Museum of the Bible is hiring: Photographer / Production Assistant in Washington

Title: Photographer / Production Assistant

Date: 10/1/2025

Location: WASHINGTON, D.C.

Salary: $55,000 to $65,000

Employment Status: Full-Time EXEMPT

Reports To: Creative Director

Position Summary

Staff Photographer/Production Assistant will provide photography services for internal and external clients as well as serve as the Production Assistant for the Videographer during filming. This dual role requires a dynamic individual who can capture high-quality photographic content for our projects and manage production logistics. Your contributions will be essential in ensuring smooth operation of production activities and in creating compelling visual content that aligns with our brand standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a staff photographer, capturing images for various projects such as events, marketing materials, social media, and internal communications.
• Serve as Production Assistant on video shoots assisting in setting up lighting, audio, and video equipment, managing talent and handling paperwork.
• Manage and organize photo/video equipment, ensuring all gear is in good working condition and ready for shoots.
• Participate in the post-production process, including photo selection, editing, and formatting using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Experience in Adobe Premiere, Media Encoder, Audition, and After Effects is a plus.
• Maintain digital asset management systems (including cloud-based DAMs, NAS, external HDDs), ensuring that all assets are properly archived and easily accessible.
• Contribute to creative meetings and project planning sessions, offering insights and ideas from a photographic perspective.
• Provide administrative support to the production team as needed, including preparing call sheets, managing inventories, and documenting production processes.
• As needed, inclusion in official or incidental photographs and videos for MOTB and/or guests

Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Photography, Media Production, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a photographer, with a strong portfolio featuring diverse projects.
• Familiarity with production environments and understanding of production assistant duties.
• Proficient with photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule, with availability to work on weekends or irregular hours when necessary.

Skills

• Technical proficiency with photography/video equipment and techniques. Experience with Sony FX6 and Alpha-series mirrorless cameras is a plus.
• Knowledgeable in lighting techniques using continuous lights and strobe lighting.
• Good understanding of production logistics and coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for visual composition.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment and work under tight deadlines.
• Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Passion for photography and production with a commitment to quality and professionalism.