The Staff Photographer plays an important role in capturing high-quality imagery that elevates the Georgia brand and supports storytelling across social, digital, print, recruiting, communications, marketing, and external platforms. This position will photograph UGA Athletics events, practices, competitions, team activities, content days, and special events across all 21 varsity sports. As well as, serve as a reliable creative partner to internal departments, coaches, student-athletes, and staff while representing Georgia Athletics with professionalism. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Demonstrated experience photographing live sports, events, portraits, and/or studio-based content. Experience with digital asset management systems or similar image organization tools. Strong knowledge of camera equipment, lenses, lighting, remote cameras, and photographic techniques. Ability to produce high-quality imagery in dynamic, low-light, fast-moving, and deadline-driven environments. Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time management. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, travel, and extended hours during athletic seasons. Ability to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative creative team. Portfolio demonstrating strong sports photography, portrait work, editing ability, and visual storytelling. Physical Demands Stand; walk; use hands; reach with arms. Sit and talk or hear. Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions. Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy 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 Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/ Responsibilities Duties/ Responsibilities Photography & Editing Photograph UGA Athletics events, practices, competitions, team activities, content days, and special events across all 21 varsity sports. Capture studio portraits, headshots, team photos, recruiting content, feature imagery, and other photography needs as assigned. Edit, organize, caption, archive, and deliver imagery for use by social media, digital, communications, marketing, creative, recruiting, and external operations teams. Manage a consistent post-production workflow for high-volume image delivery under tight deadlines. Maintain organized digital asset management practices, including tagging, archiving, and distributing images for departmental use. Assist with studio setup, lighting, equipment preparation, and photography production needs. Percentage of time 60 Duties/ Responsibilities Strategy Collaborate with designers, social media staff, video staff, communications staff, marketing staff, and other creative team members to produce content aligned with Georgia Athletics brand standards. Help plan and execute photography coverage for gamedays, media days, recruiting initiatives, championship events, department campaigns, and special projects. Stay current on photography trends, equipment, editing practices, and visual styles within college athletics, professional sports, and the broader creative industry. Percentage of time 30 Duties/ Responsibilities Serve as a reliable creative partner to internal departments, coaches, student-athletes, and staff while representing Georgia Athletics with professionalism. Percentage of time 10 Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Chad Morehead Recruitment Contact Email cmorehead@sports.uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ( - ). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/ CV Optional Documents Cover Letter Portfolio