Job Description Summary

This position will provide leadership, organization, and direction for Wake Forest Athletics photography, including project management for gameday freelance photography role. Provides leadership and assistance in the visual storytelling direction for Wake Forest through photography and graphic design. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for shooting photography for all Wake Forest Athletics events and initiatives. This person will work with the Senior Director, Creative Media &…

Content Strategy in the general workflow of the photographic operations & services of Athletics to support overall business objectives.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

Responsible for the overall management and direction of photography for all Wake Forest Athletics.
Directs and executes a large variety of photography assignments including on location, studio, and events for the department’s use and archival purposes.
Captures and produces high-quality images appropriate to each purpose and presenting a positive image of the Wake Forest Athletics in conjunction with ACC and NCAA regulations.
In collaboration with colleagues, handles a mix of photographic assignments, production activities, coordination and consultation, and office activities. Serves as a source of information for colleagues and clients on photographic equipment and techniques.
Determines project goals, locations, and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with the creative team, along with media relations and fan experience staffs. Collaborates proactively with colleagues to ensure consistent output of high-quality photos that meet the needs of various media. Participates in strategic and creative concept development for various media products.
Prepares for photo shoots (e.g., scouting locations, scheduling, renting equipment, etc.) Sets up and takes down lighting, backgrounds, props, and other equipment.
Processes, adjusts, and enhances digital files for optimum final results. Ensures that images are edited (color corrected, scaled, cropped, etc.) and saved in correct file format and resolution for various media.
Works in conjunction with our coaching staffs for appropriate photography requests.
Assists in management of Opendorse tool in order to properly deliver digital files to student-athletes in a timely manner through Photoshelter agreement.
In collaboration with colleagues and department head, as appropriate, selects, purchases, and maintains the department's studio, photographic and related equipment, background properties, and supplies.
Works with Supervisor on management of photography budget.
Keeps abreast of new developments and technology in the photography field. Explore new techniques, methods, and equipment that may improve creative and workflow processes.
Maintains the department’s photographic archives, both digital and analog. Follows established protocols for file naming, meta tagging, documenting, and maintaining images. Assists colleagues in locating appropriate images for various projects.
Scans photographic prints, slides, or negatives into computers for editing, storage, and electronic transmission.
Create and manage a robust student volunteer program.
Assist fan experience, communication, Deacon Club, and ticketing staff with the execution of photography needs in support of ticket sales, attendance, and fundraising.
Provide photo support for coaches recruiting needs, including maintaining and updating a shared content drive with athletic and university photos and videos for use in digital recruiting efforts.
Upholds Wake Forest Athletics branding guidelines & identity standards.
Other duties as assigned.

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Director of Photography, Athletics

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Winston-Salem, NC, USA

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