Assistant Director of Photography

Essential Functions: • Support and manage the department’s digital archive, performing accurate editing, correction and photo organization • Collaborate with the Director of Photography, student interns and freelance staff to ensure adequate coverage of events and functions and a cohesive style across all department photography • Attend and take photos at photoshoots, department events, and competitions as assigned • Assist in the coordination of photoshoots for each sport program, providing both sport staff and external areas with high-quality headshot and portrait-style photographs • Participate in new content development and idea generation to help drive the brand and narrative of Oklahoma Athletics • Collaborate with creative staffs to develop creative direction and assist in its execution with student-athletes at photoshoots • Collaborate with departmental stakeholders including but not limited to Communications, Marketing, Sooner Vision and coaching staffs to continually align and elevate departmental initiatives • Ability to work some nights and weekends with occasional travel to cover events and functions Job Requirements - - - Departmental Preference: • Develop a good rapport with other members of the Athletics Department • Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of experience as a professional photographer • Studio, location photoshoots, and in-game photography for various sports • Experience in Digital Asset Management systems, knowledge in metadata, organizing and archiving files • Knowledgeable of basic photography-related software, including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom, Photo shelter, Photo mechanic and INFLCR Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.