Athletics Student Photographer

Job Title
Athletics Student Photographer

Requisition Number
DU11844

Department Name
12E00:UKAA - External Operations

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Salary Range
10.00

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

Must be enrolled as a student

Required Related Experience

N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A

Physical Requirements

N/A

Shift

Days, Evenings, Weekends

Job Summary

The student will strive to improve skills as a sports photographer, learn about working in college athletics, and to gain necessary experience for being successful in the sports industry. Other responsibilities include:
- scheduling office time with athletics photographers each week to go over loose edits, questions, and learn new skills. Other responsibilities include:
- Attending brainstorming meetings with photo and design staff for each sport when possible
- Contributing fresh ideas to the team
- Shooting weekly games and events with photography staff
- Attending scheduled photo shoots
- Covering games and events

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Applicant should have a strong knowledge of, and interest in, intercollegiate athletics. Must be able to work evenings/weekends to fulfill gameday responsibilities.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Photography background

Deadline to Apply
02/06/2026

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.