University Photographer

Position Title

University Photographer

Hanover, NH

To conduct highly skilled and creative photography that captures Dartmouth's people, places, and activities. This work supports a variety of artistic editorial needs and channels, including Dartmouth News, Dartmouth.edu, other web properties, social media, print, newsletters, and other digital media.

• Perform photo assignments requiring extensive knowledge of equipment and techniques (lighting, flash, composition, background selection, exposure, subject management).
• Plan photo sessions from concept to completion, choosing locations and scheduling and directing subjects.
• Manage post‑production of finished imagery, including color correction, print and digital image production, and production for use on department’s communications channels.
• Write photo captions and other meta data as needed and upload and organize processed photographs in accordance with Office Of Communications systems.
• Collaborate with editors, social media managers, graphic designers, and project managers to deliver visual imagery that complements narrative storytelling.
• Interact professionally with campus‑wide constituencies including students, faculty, staff, and visiting experts.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2‑4 years experience as a photographer with a broad portfolio (photojournalism, portraiture, architecture, event photography).
• Proven technical skills in digital and photographic techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Developed aesthetic sensibility and creativity, demonstrated by a portfolio of compelling visual imagery.
• Proven ability to collaborate with editors, social media managers, graphic designers, and project managers.
• Ability to write clear, accurate captions in a few sentences.
• Knowledge of and ongoing interest in current trends and issues in photography.
• Expertise in use of Adobe Lightroom Classic.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently on different projects and interact professionally with campus‑wide constituencies.
• Must be able to work some nights and weekends using own transportation, including an ability to drive and a current license.

• Drone operator’s license or the ability and willingness to work toward licensure.

Faith Goodness
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Katie Len, Director of Photography
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Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Yes. Driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off‑road vehicle, rental car, personal car) is an essential function of this job.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco‑based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions.