Photography Assistant Dotdash Meredith Food Studios Job at Dotdash Meredith Corp ID - 16150

Job Description

I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
Located in Birmingham, AL, the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios is a state-of-the-art facility featuring 28 test kitchens, 13 photo studios, a prop and styling studio, an outdoor grill/BBQ station, and an expansive showcase kitchen and tasting room for demonstrations and events. Powered by a talented team of test kitchen professionals, stylists, and photographers, the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios is the country’s premier creative hub, producing thousands of world-class recipes, images, and related content annually for Dotdash Meredith’s print, digital, and social platforms.

The Photography Assistant will assist the studio photographers to create visual content for Dotdash Meredith’s print and digital brands. The position reports to the Photo Equipment Manager.

II. Essential Job Functions

  • 25%: Assist photographers on-set, working closely with the equipment manager, to make sure all photographer needs are met.
  • 20%: Help the equipment manager maintain the studio equipment and ensure the studio is kept tidy and organized.
  • 20%: Deliver gear, and help set up and break down sets.
  • 20%: Assist in training and mentoring the photo fellow.
  • 10%: Step in to shoot on set as needed.
  • 5%: Input metadata/help with deliverables to brands.

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements

Education

Experience

  • At least 1 year previous assisting experience in a studio environment.

You Are

  • Knowledgeable: You are passionate about photography, first and foremost. You are comfortable working with a variety of studio equipment and know Photoshop and Capture One like the back of your hand.
  • Self-motivated: You’re a spirited self-starter. You are deadline-driven and committed to delivering on time and beyond expectations.
  • The Ultimate Team Player: no job is too big; no job is too small. You are willing to do anything to help the team get the job done, and your ego never gets in the way.
  • A multitasker: When it comes to juggling multiple projects at once, you’re a pro; anticipating needs before they arise.
  • Flexible: Highly adaptable to supporting frequent changes in direction and workflow; ability to support multiple photographers with simultaneous assignments.
  • Physical Job Requirements – Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.

% Travel Required (Approximate): 5%

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com.

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