Photography Intern

Photography Intern

Department: Communications & Marketing
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Reports To: Director of Public Relations & Photography
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Start date: July 2026
End date: End of 2026 season

Job Summary: Provide support to the Reds Photography Department, as well as the Communications & Marketing, Social Media & Content and Ticketing & Revenue departments, with a primary focus on photography, photo editing and cataloging.

Employees are expected to follow all Cincinnati Reds policies and procedures, serve as positive role models and manage their workload effectively. This includes demonstrating flexibility, prioritizing tasks efficiently and meeting departmental productivity standards.

Minimum Requirements:
Education |
College senior working towards a degree in Photography, Visual Arts, Communications or a related field

Experience | Experience photographing baseballMust possess an excellent portfolio that demonstrates proficiency in sports, event or action photography
Skills | Comfortable in fast-paced environments with the ability to adapt and problem-solveCreative thinker who brings excitement and energy to each day on the jobExcellent time management and strong attention to detailAbility to maintain a high level of professionalism around major league baseball teams
Preferred Qualifications:
Education |
Recent college graduate majoring in Photography, Visual Arts, Communications or a related field

Experience | Experience photographing baseball, action sports and other live eventsMust possess an excellent portfolio that demonstrates proficiency in sports, event and action photographyKnowledge of Major League Baseball and the Cincinnati Reds
Skills | Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Photo MechanicAbility to set up and run studio shootsKnowledge of photo tagging and cataloging practices to simplify the searchability of digital assetsAbility to follow detailed requirements and shot listsStrong knowledge and familiarity with Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Duty | % of Time
Game Action Photography: Photographing Reds games at Great American Ball Park | 25%

Game Day Photography: Focus areas include on-field ceremonies, fans around the ballpark, giveaways, activations, Reds mascots, etc. | 25%

Corporate and Sponsorship Support: Document ballpark signage, sponsor branding, in-stadium advertisements and Ticketing & Revenue events | 10%

Photograph activations for Reds Consumer Clubs, Season Ticket Members, and Group & Premium Ticket Sales | 5%

Photo Editing and Archiving: Edit and prepare images using Photoshop, Lightroom and/or Photo Mechanic | 10%

Upload and catalog images using PhotoShelter (the Reds online photo archiving system) ensuring timely and organized access for the team’s content, marketing and creative departments. | 10%

Update the team’s archival photo collection | 5%

Event Photography: Attend and document various non-game day events, including Reds Community Fund, Reds Hall of Fame & Museum, Reds Front Office and Special Events at Great American Ball Park | 5%

Other duties as assigned | 5%

Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the Director of Public Relations & Photography

Development Path - Next Role & Requirements:
Next Role: Photography Assistant
Development Requirements: Demonstrate growth in photography skills and confidence, with the ability to shoot games, events and assignments with minimal oversight. Establish working relationships with the Communications & Marketing, Social Media & Content and Ticketing & Revenue departments to becoming a reliable and trusted member of the Reds Photo Team.

Physical Requirements:Occasionally required to sitUse hands, reach with hands and arms, talk and hearLight lifting/carrying to assist with event preparationNoise level in the work environment is usually moderateEmployee will have “game-day” responsibilities where the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Remaining work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment

Additional Details: Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required for games and eventsTeam-provided Sony photography equipment will be available for useApproximately 30 hours per week; night/weekend hours will be requiredThis is a part-time, seasonal opportunity and no benefits will be providedThis position pays $13.00/hour
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Cincinnati Reds are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Cincinnati Reds to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, military or veteran status, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The above description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Additional duties, as assigned, may become part of the job function. The duties listed above is, therefore, a partial representation not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

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