Branding Iron Photo Editor (Pooled Position Limited Temporary)

Description

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Branding Iron and Branding Iron Online Photo Editor

JOB PURPOSE:   

Provide supervision of staff photographers, make and follow through on all photo assignments, and shoot photographs for the Branding Iron newspaper and BI Online Web site. 

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

1. In consultation with section editor, provide assignments of photos for newspaper.


2. Provide cutlines for all photos shot in a timely manner prior to publication. 


3. Supervise work of photographers and their photo assignments.


4. Meet with editor as needed. 


5. Maintain regular office hours of not less than 10 hours per week. 


6. Supervise payroll procedures for photographers. 


7. Delegates duties. Conduct regular meetings with section editors to discuss story ideas, assignments and the general direction of the newspaper. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

1. Minimum 2.5 GPA 


2. Access to a digital camera


3. Full-time student


4. Available Aug. 21 and 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for training.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

1. Ability to shoot quality digital photographs in newspaper style


2. Some prior supervisory experience

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/