University of West Georgia
Job Title
Intermediate Photographer
Location UWG Recruiting Location
Employment Type Regular – Full Time
Job ID 293684
About Us Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia – a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student‑centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post‑graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first‑choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University’s mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.
Campus Address 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118.
Workplace Expectations Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in‑person educational experience and on‑campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.
Job Summary The Intermediate Photographer is responsible for creating high‑quality photographic and video content that advances the University of West Georgia’s brand and storytelling goals. This position combines advanced technical skills in photography, videography, and post‑production with creative direction and project management. The Intermediate Photographer works within University Communications and Marketing (UCM) to concept, produce, and deliver professional visual assets that reflect UWG’s mission, highlight the student experience, and strengthen the institution’s public image. The role requires independent initiative, strong creative judgment, and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept through delivery.
Responsibilities
Creative Photography and Videography Production:
Conceptualize, plan, and execute professional‑level photo and video shoots for a wide range of university needs, including academics, student life, athletics, and institutional events. Capture dynamic, brand‑aligned imagery that supports marketing campaigns, publications, and digital platforms. Work both independently and collaboratively with creative teams, clients, and campus partners to ensure visual content meets project objectives and reflects UWG’s visual identity. Direct subjects and manage on‑location and studio lighting to achieve professional aesthetic and technical standards.
Studio and Location Photography:
Lead professional studio sessions, including faculty/staff headshots, portraiture, and special projects. Manage studio scheduling, lighting setup, and equipment maintenance to ensure consistent image quality. Conduct campus and off‑site photo shoots, overseeing logistics such as location scouting, permits, and production coordination. Ensure all photography aligns with accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity standards in visual representation.
Post‑Production and Digital Asset Manager:
Perform advanced photo and video editing, color correction, retouching, and sound mixing to maintain brand consistency and visual quality. Organize, tag, and archive images and videos within UCM’s digital asset management system, ensuring efficient retrieval and long‑term preservation. Maintain backup protocols and metadata accuracy for all visual content. Uphold professional standards for file delivery, resolution, and formatting across print, digital, and social media platforms.
Project Planning, Collaboration, and Administrative Support:
Participate in project pre‑production, including creative concepting, storyboarding, shot lists, and coordination with writers, designers, and marketing staff. Provide input on visual strategy and contribute to creative team meetings and campaign development. Manage production schedules, equipment inventory, and vendor relationships as needed. Perform related administrative and technical duties to support departmental goals and ensure the timely completion of projects.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
High School / GED.
Required Experience:
Minimum of three years of professional experience in photography, videography, or a closely related visual media field. Demonstrated experience producing high‑quality photo and video content for marketing, communications, or editorial use. Proficiency in industry‑standard photo and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects, or equivalent). Experience in both studio and location‑based photography and videography environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree.
Preferred Experience:
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in photography, videography, or visual communications. Experience working in higher education, marketing, or agency environments supporting brand and storytelling initiatives. Demonstrated experience in creative direction, including concept development, storyboarding, and collaboration with design and communications teams. Familiarity with digital asset management systems (DAM), color management workflows, and large‑scale image archiving. Experience with lighting design, audio recording, and motion graphics integration. Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Salary $45,056.00 – $52,000.00 annually.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES:
Ability to plan and manage multiple creative projects simultaneously from concept through final delivery. Strong visual storytelling and creative problem‑solving abilities aligned with brand objectives. Ability to maintain a consistent visual style and adhere to university brand standards. Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to cover university events.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 20 lbs or greater. Office Environment – Work normally performed in a typical interior work environment. Outdoor Environment – Work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
KNOWLEDGE:
Advanced knowledge of photographic composition, lighting, exposure, and post‑production workflows. Strong technical skills in digital imaging, color correction, retouching, and video editing.
SKILLS:
Strong technical skills in digital imaging, color correction, retouching, and video editing. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Strong organizational skills for archiving, file management, and metadata accuracy.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503 and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
Other Information The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student‑centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: Achievement, Caring, Collaboration, Inclusiveness, Innovation, Integrity, Sustainability, and Wisdom.
Special Applicant Instructions Include a link to your portfolio within your resume.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Location UWG Recruiting Location
Employment Type Regular – Full Time
Job ID 293684
About Us Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia – a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student‑centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post‑graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first‑choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University’s mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.
Campus Address 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118.
Workplace Expectations Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in‑person educational experience and on‑campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.
Job Summary The Intermediate Photographer is responsible for creating high‑quality photographic and video content that advances the University of West Georgia’s brand and storytelling goals. This position combines advanced technical skills in photography, videography, and post‑production with creative direction and project management. The Intermediate Photographer works within University Communications and Marketing (UCM) to concept, produce, and deliver professional visual assets that reflect UWG’s mission, highlight the student experience, and strengthen the institution’s public image. The role requires independent initiative, strong creative judgment, and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept through delivery.
Responsibilities
Creative Photography and Videography Production:
Conceptualize, plan, and execute professional‑level photo and video shoots for a wide range of university needs, including academics, student life, athletics, and institutional events. Capture dynamic, brand‑aligned imagery that supports marketing campaigns, publications, and digital platforms. Work both independently and collaboratively with creative teams, clients, and campus partners to ensure visual content meets project objectives and reflects UWG’s visual identity. Direct subjects and manage on‑location and studio lighting to achieve professional aesthetic and technical standards.
Studio and Location Photography:
Lead professional studio sessions, including faculty/staff headshots, portraiture, and special projects. Manage studio scheduling, lighting setup, and equipment maintenance to ensure consistent image quality. Conduct campus and off‑site photo shoots, overseeing logistics such as location scouting, permits, and production coordination. Ensure all photography aligns with accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity standards in visual representation.
Post‑Production and Digital Asset Manager:
Perform advanced photo and video editing, color correction, retouching, and sound mixing to maintain brand consistency and visual quality. Organize, tag, and archive images and videos within UCM’s digital asset management system, ensuring efficient retrieval and long‑term preservation. Maintain backup protocols and metadata accuracy for all visual content. Uphold professional standards for file delivery, resolution, and formatting across print, digital, and social media platforms.
Project Planning, Collaboration, and Administrative Support:
Participate in project pre‑production, including creative concepting, storyboarding, shot lists, and coordination with writers, designers, and marketing staff. Provide input on visual strategy and contribute to creative team meetings and campaign development. Manage production schedules, equipment inventory, and vendor relationships as needed. Perform related administrative and technical duties to support departmental goals and ensure the timely completion of projects.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
High School / GED.
Required Experience:
Minimum of three years of professional experience in photography, videography, or a closely related visual media field. Demonstrated experience producing high‑quality photo and video content for marketing, communications, or editorial use. Proficiency in industry‑standard photo and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects, or equivalent). Experience in both studio and location‑based photography and videography environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree.
Preferred Experience:
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in photography, videography, or visual communications. Experience working in higher education, marketing, or agency environments supporting brand and storytelling initiatives. Demonstrated experience in creative direction, including concept development, storyboarding, and collaboration with design and communications teams. Familiarity with digital asset management systems (DAM), color management workflows, and large‑scale image archiving. Experience with lighting design, audio recording, and motion graphics integration. Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Salary $45,056.00 – $52,000.00 annually.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES:
Ability to plan and manage multiple creative projects simultaneously from concept through final delivery. Strong visual storytelling and creative problem‑solving abilities aligned with brand objectives. Ability to maintain a consistent visual style and adhere to university brand standards. Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends to cover university events.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 20 lbs or greater. Office Environment – Work normally performed in a typical interior work environment. Outdoor Environment – Work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.
KNOWLEDGE:
Advanced knowledge of photographic composition, lighting, exposure, and post‑production workflows. Strong technical skills in digital imaging, color correction, retouching, and video editing.
SKILLS:
Strong technical skills in digital imaging, color correction, retouching, and video editing. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners. Strong organizational skills for archiving, file management, and metadata accuracy.
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503 and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).
Other Information The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student‑centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed: Achievement, Caring, Collaboration, Inclusiveness, Innovation, Integrity, Sustainability, and Wisdom.
Special Applicant Instructions Include a link to your portfolio within your resume.
#J-18808-Ljbffr