
Photography Assistant
Job Summary:
The Photography Assistant supports the smooth execution of Photo Day events for youth sports teams. This role involves assisting with logistics, ensuring an efficient workflow, providing customer service, and creating a fun and positive experience for athletes, parents, and coaches.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with setting up photo stations, including lights, backdrops, and equipment.
- Organize and arrange props or accessories as required.
- Ensure all materials are securely packed and accounted for after the event.
- Posing Assistant
- Provide clear instructions to athletes, parents, and coaches to obtain the proper positioning for their respective Sports Pose choice/option.
- Camera/Laptop Assistant
- Utilize the handheld scanner to scan the subject's barcode on their photo slip.
- Confirm the subject(s) are looking at the camera and use the wireless trigger to take the photos. Ensure the lights fire properly and take additional photos as needed.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Previous experience in customer service, event assistance, or youth sports is preferred. Photography experience a plus, but not required.
Skills:
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with children.
- Basic knowledge of photography equipment (preferred but not required).
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure high-quality results.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
- Comfortable standing, walking, twisting, bending, stooping and reaching in a fast paced environment.
Work Environment:
The Photography Assistant will work in dynamic, fast-paced environments such as gymnasiums, recreation centers, or other community venues. The role involves frequent interaction with a diverse group of participants and requires strict adherence to tight schedules and the ability to thrive in a busy atmosphere.
Availability:
Flexible schedules with availability on weekday late afternoons, early evenings and some weekends.