Assistant Photographer

About CBP Crimson Brand Partners is a newly formed partnership with the University of Utah designed to modernize how the University continues to build its brand. Crimson Brand Partners will manage commercial operations across Utah Athletics and the broader university – including events at stadiums and arenas, branding, licensing, sponsorships, ticketing, and digital media.
Job Description Crimson Brand Partners is seeking an assistant photographer to work under the Manager of Photography. The assistant photographer will help coordinate coverage for Utah’s 18 varsity sports, athletic department events, and studio photoshoots. This position will also help manage and mentor a cohort of student interns, and will assist in the management of all photo assets. The salary range for this role is $60,000-$65,000.
Responsibilities ● Capture high-quality images at competitions, department events, and studio photoshoots on an as-assigned basis. ● Serve as the primary photographer for select sports for the duration of their seasons. ● Fulfill photo requests, both internal and external. ● Travel to select games/events. ● Mentor student interns, providing training and serving as a resource to grow their skills. ● Manage metadata, tagging, and file-naming for consistency across all photographers. ● Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: ● Two or more years of demonstrated professional-level experience photographing sports, including collegiate and/or professional level competition. ● Bachelor’s degree in photography, media, or similar from an accredited college or university. ● Strong verbal and written communication skills. ● Strong organizational and planning skills. ● Ability to work independently and in a team environment. ● Strong portfolio showcasing all aspects of sports photography, studio experience, and a creative eye.
● Experience with digital asset management using platforms like PhotoShelter. ● Experience with tagging and metadata via Photo Mechanic, Adobe Bridge, or similar. ● Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Lightroom and Photoshop. ● Demonstrated working experience with photography equipment, including cameras, studio lighting setups, etc; Experience with Canon gear a plus. ● Ability to deliver quality work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. ● Ability to work an irregular schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.