Kirkwood Community College

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Photographer's Assistant



, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: To be arranged

Essential Functions:

  • Assist photographers when needed.
  • Assist on location- help carry equipment (up to 35#’s), set up lights, backgrounds. 
  • Assist with studio sessions- background changes.
  • File photos and negatives.
  • Greet clients enthusiastically.
  • Make up client files.
  • Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image.  Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Windows.  Familiar with general office equipment, computers, fax, phones.
  • Ability to meet and deal with people in a pleasant manner.
  • Ability to work independently and follow directions.
  • Prompt and dependable, takes pride and ownership in work.  Must be a self-starter, team player and able to perform routine tasks without being prompted.
  • Must be a high school student in good standing.  Must be poised, mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible.  Professional and trustworthy conduct is required.  Must be courteous and respectful. 
  • Business casual attire.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.




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