Cantor – Student Photographer/Photo Editor
Student Photographer/Photo Editor
Paid Internship (2020-Ongoing)
Summary
Are you Instagram and YouTube obsessed? Do you have an interest in building your paid photography portfolio and developing your editorial production skills as a photo editor? Cantor Arts Center is hiring a student photographer with emerging skills and interest in videography. This paid internship reports to Cantor’s Creative and Editorial Manager, Heidi Campbell.
Job Description & Duties
Responsibilities may include the following:
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shoot stills of installation spaces, artwork, portraits (of artists, staff, and visitors), and event and gallery candids for digital and print channels
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capture and edit video content for social media (IGTV, YouTube)
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identify and curate visually impactful user-generated content and photos for digital and print channels
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brainstorm video content ideas with the larger Marketing Communications team
Qualifications
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experience with shooting professional-quality photography
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experience with editing with Lightroom and organizing photos on an online storage system such as Box
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working knowledge or interest in videography and editing software such as Final Cut Pro
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able to work independently and with a team
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able to take initiative and communicate professionally
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able to manage assignments from beginning to end and meet deadlines
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provide own (DSLR or mirrorless) camera equipment
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understanding of the Stanford experience, including student interest in the arts scene
Hours and Compensation
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flexible hours: 5-10 per week (during the academic year, 20 for summer)
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work is conducted as projects/assignments or at events
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compensation starts at $16-18/hour DOE
To apply, please email Heidi Campbell (heidi.campbell@stanford.edu) with your portfolio and sample photos from (2) of the following categories:
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An in-gallery shot involving visitor candids
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A wide-angle architectural shot
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Event photography (Extra points for a Cantor or Anderson event)
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One experimental image for Cantor Arts Instagram account