ASSOCIATE PHOTOGRAPHER

SUMMARY

If you are energetic and personable, this could be your opportunity to work with one of Snohomish’s best-recognized boutique photography brands. Jared M. Burns Photography is in its 8th year of operation and experiencing a lot of recent growth. We intend to expand our effectiveness in 2016 to better meet the needs of our client base by bringing on a contract team member who can help get us to the next level.

The right person for this associate photographer role should have an upfront personality that is comfortable connecting with our female clients who are interested in beauty, health, weddings, and babies. This would be ideal for someone who just enjoys creating great imagery and is seeking flexible, part-time work without the overhead expense and responsibility of managing their own business.

This contract position is paid hourly, but it should be noted that there is the possibility of temporary slow seasons that can result in erratic work and income. There may also be new growth opportunities in the near future for the right motivated individual.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Be committed to photographic excellence and growth
Be willing to photograph at weddings, photo booths, and maternity or baby sessions
Perform basic edits on raw images like color, brightness, and contrast
Successfully complete our training period
Maintain and operate equipment with care
Participate in ongoing feedback and communication
Attend occasional networking events, festivals, trade shows, and special meetings
Committed to safe and responsible actions and decisions concerning yourself and our clients
Show up early to jobs

CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT REPRESENTS OUR BRAND

Represent the best about our brand - professional, respectful, and courteous at all times
Delight our clients through meeting and exceeding their expectations
Guide clients through the photography experience
Passionate about creating artistic imagery
Maintain professional dress and appearance that matches our clients expectations
Contribute to creative direction of the brand

QUALITIES

Teachable with a willingness to learn and grow
Willingness to assist on special projects
Able to initiate communication
Able to find solutions on their own
Ability to proactively seek help and guidance
Strong desire to own, grow, and develop the role
Trustworthy with confidential client and company information

SKILLS

Create solid photographic imagery
Understanding of design and composition principles
Basic customer service phone and email skills
Attention to detail
Comfortable with general web use and navigation
Familiar with basic cloud computing systems like Dropbox, Google Docs, and Drive
Generally comfortable with spreadsheets and word processing
General working knowledge of Adobe Lightroom
Able to troubleshoot technical problems in the moment with lighting, equipment, and cameras
Great organizational management

CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

Able to work flexible hours
High School Diploma or equivalent
Work on some Saturdays, especially through the prime summer months
18 years or older
Have a business license (if you don’t have one yet, we can help)
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs on occasion
Access to your own phone, computer, lenses, and camera (Nikon preferred, but not required)
Must have driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
Able to stand and walk for long periods of time or bend and kneel as needed
Have reasonable hearing and eyesight
Must be available to work some evenings and weekends
One year of some photography experience preferred
Experience shooting some weddings, family, or baby portraits (preferred, but not required)
Willing to train or attend learning programs
Must be willing to sign a Nondisclosure and a Non-compete (6 mo. / 35 mi.)

COMPENSATION

Contract $20-50 per hour depending on client job and experience
Additional hours of jobs available as the company grows
Additional commission potential may be available

TO APPLY

Send resume and portfolio examples to jared@jaredmburns.com
Include in the subject line “Associate Photographer”
Learn more about the brand at www.jaredmburns.com