Photography & Media Assistant

Job Description

The Photography & Media Assistant will support the Joffrey Ballet School Marketing Department by capturing, organizing, and maintaining high-quality visual assets across all programs and performances. With a strong focus on photography and video capture in a performing arts environment, this role is responsible for documenting the student experience, performances, rehearsals, classes, and special events to support the School’s marketing initiatives.

Qualifications, Requirements & Competencies

• Minimum Qualifications:

  • Actively pursuing or completed BA/BFA in Photography, Visual Arts, Dance, or a related field
  • Passion for the performing arts, especially dance

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience photographing live performances, rehearsals, sporting events, or other fast-paced environments
  • Strong understanding of photography composition, lighting, exposure, and movement
  • Experience using DSLR or mirrorless camera systems
  • Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for basic photo editing and organization
  • Basic understanding of video capture
  • Excellent organizational and file management skills
  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency

• Minimum Requirements:

  • 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated professionalism and reliability
  • Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and creative direction
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Provide equal and fair treatment for all
  • Background and experience in dance

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photography during classes, rehearsals, performances, special events, and promotional activities.
• Capture supporting video footage as requested for marketing campaigns.
• Photograph students, faculty, guest artists, and special events according to the Marketing Department’s shot lists and creative direction.
• Organize, rename, back up, and archive all photo and video assets following Joffrey Ballet School file management standards.
• Upload RAW files and edited selects promptly following each assignment.
• Maintain cameras, lenses, memory cards, batteries, and photography equipment.
• Aid in selecting and preparing images for marketing use.
• Maintain an organized digital asset library.
• Coordinate with departments regarding photography schedules and coverage needs.
• Aid in quality control to ensure visual assets meet Joffrey Ballet School brand standards.
• Aid in occasional administrative photography tasks, including metadata, file organization, and archival support.
• Support the Marketing Department during photo shoots, promotional campaigns, auditions, and special events.
• Aid in training and mentoring Marketing Department work-study students on photography equipment, camera operation, and basic event coverage. Under the supervision of the Marketing Department, help prepare student photographers to provide photography coverage when scheduling conflicts or simultaneous events require additional support.

This position is responsible for capturing and organizing visual assets. All content strategy, copywriting, publishing, social media management, campaign planning, and final marketing direction are managed by the Marketing Department.

Work Schedule

20-25 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Evening and weekend availability is required based on rehearsals, performances, auditions, and special events.

Compensation

New: Hourly Rate: $20 per hour, commensurate with experience.