Senior Photographer (Part Time)

OverviewJoin our team as a Senior Photographer and support the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Public Affairs (OPA) by capturing high-profile events, portraits, and mission-critical imagery. You will document summits, leadership events, and official portraits, ensure every image meets professional photojournalistic and archival standards.FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.Position is contingent upon contract awardWork Schedule and Location:On-Site:This part-time on-site position will work approximately 5 hours a week at DOL's Frances Perkins Building (FPB) headquarters in Washington, DC.ResponsibilitiesPhotograph summits, meetings, retreats, internal programs, portraits, and passport-style photos in a photojournalistic styleStage participants and select lighting, exposure, and filters for optimal resultsDigitally process and correct images using Adobe Photoshop and LightroomLog, archive, and maintain event files, including metadata tagging per industry (IPTC) standardsPerform quality control on internally and externally produced photo workTrack, fulfill, and distribute photo requests across the department and external stakeholdersBuild and maintain stock photography collections, from planning through final executionQualificationsRequired:Minimum 10 years of professional experience photographing portraits, live/stage events, and facility tours in a photojournalistic styleAbility to work independently with minimal guidance and interact with senior/high-level officialsProficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Microsoft Office, and Adobe AcrobatPortfolio demonstrating advanced photography and photojournalistic skill (single-subject, group, editorial, and podium shots)Prior direct work experience with the DOL Office of Public Affairs Creative Services Division is requiredDesired:Experience building and maintaining a stock photography library programPrior experience supporting a federal public affairs or creative services functionWhy Join Our TeamAt FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You\'ll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLong-term and Short-term Disability InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) PlanHoliday PayPaid Time OffFWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.Pay RangeNegotiable#J-18808-Ljbffr