Student Engagement – Photographer​/Media Student Worker Specialist; FWS​/NFWS

Position Summary/Purpose

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. Provide creative insight and support in Brand & Media initiatives including, but not limited to, content creation, campaign development, and social media strategy.

Please Note:

Applicants are REQUIRED to Submit a link or a PDF of their Portfolio with their application for consideration.

• 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 with Project 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.
• Meet routinely with the Brand & Media team to create content for assigned social media platforms, projects, and campaigns.

Equipment Used and Responsibility: , MS Office, Canon Camera, Adobe Lightroom

• Must have a high level of technical skill in specified field.
• Experience in photography using professional equipment.
• Proficient in photo editing software programs.
• Able to take and receive direction from Student Engagement staff for vision.
• Able to work well with others in achieving the common goal of highlighting and marketing Student Engagement events.
• Able and willing to develop in technical, collaborative, creative, and relevant skills.
• REQUIRED
  - Photography portfolio.
• OPTIONAL
  - Social media or brand portfolio.
• Preferred
  - Freshman/1st year GCU student

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.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor 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.

Pay Rate:
Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date:
June 30, 2027

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