Photographer - Gambaccini

TITLE                                                  Student Photographer

DEPARTMENT                                  BabsonARTS

REPORTS TO                                    Samantha Gambaccini, Director, BabsonARTS

PAY RATE                                         $50/hour

THE OPPORTUNITY

Student Photographers support the BabsonARTS marketing and communications efforts by capturing high-quality photographs of arts events, performances, exhibitions, and related programming throughout the academic year. Working closely with the BabsonARTS Marketing Consultant and department staff, the Student Event Photographer documents approximately 10 to 12 events per semester on the Babson College campus. Photographs produced in this role are used to promote BabsonARTS programs and advance the department's mission across a variety of platforms, including social media, email communications, websites, posters, brochures, and other marketing materials. The Student Photographer is responsible for editing and delivering photos within 48 hours of each assignment to support timely promotional needs.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Capture high-quality photographs of BabsonARTS events, performances, exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and other programs throughout the academic year.

Work closely with the BabsonARTS Marketing Consultant to understand photography priorities and desired event coverage.

Arrive at scheduled events 15-30 minutes before start time to set up.

Create images that support the promotion of BabsonARTS programs across social media, websites, email communications, print materials, and other marketing channels.

Document a variety of event elements, including performers, presenters, audience engagement, candid moments, and venue details.

Select, edit, and organize a curated collection of photographs (25-40) from each assignment for marketing, communications, and archival use.

Meet established deadlines and deliver edited images within 48 hours of each event.

Manage photography assignments independently while maintaining professionalism and strong communication with BabsonARTS staff and event contacts.

Maintain and safeguard personal photography equipment needed to complete assignments.

Submit work hours in a timely manner each week.

Assume additional responsibilities as required.

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE

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WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

Current Babson College student in good standing.

Previous experience with event, performance, portrait, journalistic, or arts photography.

Proficiency with camera systems and basic photo editing softwares.

Strong understanding of composition, lighting, focus, and visual storytelling.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.

Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Professional demeanor and ability to interact respectfully with artists, speakers, guests, and members of the Babson community.

Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by the event schedule.

Interest in the arts and enthusiasm for supporting the mission and programs of BabsonARTS.

Ability to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.

Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.  

Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.

Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.

Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).

HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK

This position supports BabsonARTS events and programs throughout the academic year at various locations across the Babson College campus. Assignments may take place during the day, in the evening, or on weekends, depending on the event schedule.

Student photographers receive a semester-long event calendar and indicate their availability for individual assignments. Once an assignment is accepted, photographers are expected to honor their commitment, communicate professionally, and notify the BabsonARTS team promptly in the event of an emergency or scheduling conflict.

Most events are scheduled well in advance, and every effort is made to accommodate students' academic commitments. Occasional evening and weekend availability is required.

Most assignments involve approximately one hour of event photography and one hour of photo selection, editing, and file preparation. While event lengths may vary, a typical assignment is compensated at $50 per hour.

This role requires the ability to travel independently to event locations on the Babson College campus and work in a variety of venues, including performance spaces, galleries, classrooms, lecture halls, and outdoor settings.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE

Experience with marketing, social media content creation, or promotional photography is a plus.