Job Description

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state\'s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation\'s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation\'s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Photography Coordinator in the Office of Marketing and Communications supports the role in telling the University of Marylands visual story. This Photographer/Photo Coordinator will possess skills and creativity to conceive and capture high-quality images that support the university\'s communication\'s strategies. The incumbent will collaborate with teams within Marketing and Communications to create visual content, including still images and galleries for use in publications, emails, websites, social media channels and for the external media. The incumbent will also coordinate research, the maintenance of assets and production for Maryland Today and Terp and other projects as assigned for our strategic partners, including University Relations and the Office of the President.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
B.A. degree in photojournalism, fine art or commercial photography, art or related field.

Experience:
Minimum of two years of professional photography experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with innovative and modern photography techniques to capture compelling images
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and Illustrator, Photo Mechanic and a digital asset management tool
• Ability to juggle projects under deadline pressure and amid changing priorities
• Ability to build collaborative relationships in a diverse work environment
• Ability to work independently

Preferences:

Preferences:

• Experience using professional lighting for portraiture
• Experience using Canon cameras
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands

Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The majority of the work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short/long distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
Posting Date: 09/27/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 10/10/2023
Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter
• List of References (no emails sent from system)

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