Student Engagement – Photographer (FWS/NFWS)

Grand Canyon University is seeking a photographer to support the mission of Grand Canyon University through GCU's Student Engagement department.

Purpose within the Organization:

Produce high quality photographs of the various Student Engagement events as well as working alongside student leaders to create marketing materials to advertise these events.

Responsibilities Related to Purpose:

• Provide photography for the Student Engagement Department.
• Attend and photograph for Student Engagement events using professional equipment (provided).
• Capture photos and edit using software programs: Photoshop, Lightroom.
• Reach out to other students interested in photography projects.
• Upload photos to shared server/file location where marketing staff have access to them.
• Meet regularly with Marketing/Media Coordinator and student leaders to receive feedback or changes, review upcoming events, assignments, and communication strategies.
• Occasionally attend client meetings with the Coordinator.
• Maintain a strict schedule for completed tasks as requested by clients.

Qualifications:                                                                               

• Must have a high level of technical skill in specified field.
• Experience in filming video and photography using professional equipment.
• Proficient in photo/video editing software programs including: Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects) and/or Final Cut Pro.
• Able to take and receive direction from Student Engagement staff for vision in creating videos.
• Able to work well with others in achieving the common goal of highlighting and marketing Student Engagement events.
• Creative ability to capture video footage and edit to make a final product.
• Provide a video portfolio via YouTube or Vimeo links.

Education:

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. 
Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: 

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.

• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.

• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: 4-8 hours a day

• Standing: 5-10 hours a day

• Walking: 5-10 hours a day

• Lifting: Occasionally

• Carrying: Occasionally

• Pushing: Occasionally

• Bending: Occasionally

• Squatting: Occasionally

• Kneeling: Occasionally

• Climbing: Never

• Reaching: Occasionally

• Grasping: Occasionally

• Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Frequently

• Work Environment: Office building on site. Work performed is primarily inside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise, and dust.

Hourly Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Expected End Date: June 30, 2025