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Title:Photography Intern - CAM Marketing & Communications Team - Hourly Student
Employee Class:Student Employee
College Work Study Position:No
Department:Office of the Dean - College of Arts & Media
Division:Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week:20-28 - flexible schedule
Hiring Rate:$13-15 per hour
Preferred Student Classification:All classifications will be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position:Please read the description thoroughly and direct any questions to Weslie Gray (wgray@shsu.edu).
This position is expected to start in December.
The College of Arts and Media (CAM) seeks a dynamic and creative student who aspires to be anevent and lifestyle photography professional. The Photography Intern supports the CAM Marketing and Communications Team by creating photo elements for marketing campaigns that increase the visibility and awareness of department productions, exhibitions, and performances.
The CAM Marketing and Communications Team allows student interns to work professionally and gain valuable real-world skills and training to benefit their future careers. This intern will report to the CAM Marketing and Communications Team leader, the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Operations.
Duties and ExpectationsThis position is a representative of the college and university and requires serious dedication to the internship.
- Collaborate with the team to produce marketing images for CAM
- Attend events/performances/exhibitions/rehearsals to capture photo content – this will include nights and weekends
- Capture and maintain stock photos for the college and departments
- Focus on campus life photography around the departments for publications as well as social media postings
- Portrait photography for departments as needed
- Other projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom
- Working knowledge of photography equipment. (Office provided equipment is Canon, or you may use your own.)
- Working knowledge of photo size requirements for digital formats such as social media platforms and print formats
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of handling a fast-paced marketing environment
- Creative and extroverted personality with a passion for arts and media
Application InstructionsPlease submit the following materials:
- Please complete the online application through SHSU Human Resources.
- Submit the required resume with your online application. You may include a link to your portfolio within your resume.
- Submit the required digital portfolio under the Media Presentation option within the online application.Photos included in the portfolio should demonstrate creativity and can encompass a variety of styles (event, lifestyle, portraits). Please include any elements that showcase your skillset.
- Submit a copy of your class schedule.
Other Requirements for the Position:
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. The successful internship candidate may be eligible for a scholarship within CAM. Interested applicants must file a completed Scholarships4Kats to be considered for a scholarship. Scholarships are not guaranteed and are contingent upon available funding.
All CAM interns are expected to do the following:
- Learn and use web applications for project management and cloud storage
- Communicate openly, effectively, and frequently with team admins
- Work collaboratively with other members of the team
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, faculty, and staff
- Maintain the confidentiality of CAM information
- Learn and follow all college and SHSU brand standards
- Assist and participate in the organization and execution of CAM-sponsored events that may include nights or weekends
- Other duties as assigned
11/10/2023
Position Number:9N9862
Contact Name & Title:Weslie Gray, Director of Strategic Initiatives & Operations
Contact Phone:936-294-2771
Contact Email:wgray@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #:DRCB 123
EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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