Photography Post Grad Intern

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a Photography Post Grad Intern. This position is a temporary, full-time, benefit-eligible position for up to 24 months.

This position will assist in the execution of all photographic needs for K-State Athletics and the management of its student internship program.

This includes but is not limited to: Provide photo coverage for athletic competitions, practices, workouts, press conferences, travel, special events, recruiting and other team activities; Manage a comprehensive Photoshelter library; effectively labeling and archiving all images; Maintain knowledge of current and future national trends to ensure the K-State Athletics digital media division is operation at a high level; proactively identifying areas for improvement; Oversee K-State Athletics photography student internship program; manage day-to-day schedule and assignments; ensure quality control and timely completion of tasks; Other duties as assigned.

K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference and invites applicants who are passionate about collegiate athletics and want to become a member of our staff to help advance our department through hard work, knowledge and dedication.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by genuine commitment to K-State, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit https://careers.k-state.edu//jobs/search

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Benefits

-- Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans

-- Competitive retirement plan

-- Earned vacation and sick leave plans

-- Parental leave plan

-- Term life insurance

-- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

-- Long term disability insurance

-- Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources Minimum Qualifications:

Working knowledge of basic studio and on-location lighting techniques; principles and equipment

Extensive experience using Photo Shelter, Photo Mechanic, and Influencer

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Lightroom

Understanding of sporting landscape, industry standards and current trends

Knowledge of NCAA and Big 12 Conference recruiting rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal, organizational and communications skills, including both verbal and written

Exhibit meticulous attention to detail; must be organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple people, projects or tasks simultaneously within tight deadlines

Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required; may require occasional travel

Ability to maintain strong working relationships with all internal and external staN and management

Self-motivated, proactive, and collaborative; possess a high-level of creativity to tell stories through imagery

This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Screening begins immediately and continues until the position is filled .

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position

Resume with three professional references that includes contact information (name, title, phone number and email address)

$12.50 per hour (approximately $26,000 yearly estimate plus paid overtime)

Paid biweekly (26 pay periods).