Photographer Specialist (Seasonal)

About the role

Job Summary

The Disney Fine Art Photography team of Photographers deliver excellent guest service along with high-quality creative images in multiple styles and situations. We are a team which means collaboration and communication are crucial to be successful. As a Photographer Specialist, you will high level of photography knowledge who will capable of shooting in variety of situations to include convention and park theme events, award presentations, 2nd photographer on large weddings, lead photographer on small weddings, group gatherings, portraits and event documentation.

As a Photographer Specialist, you will report to the Senior Manager of Disney Fine Arts Photography.

You will report to the Disney fine Art Photography Manager.

This is a Casual Temporary or Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours as hours will fluctuate based on business need. 

Responsibilities

• Lead small photography jobs, anticipate problems such as location disruptions and background interferences, and work with appropriate parties to find solutions
• Shoot and lead smaller weddings
• Assist Lead Photographers during Premier Portrait Sessions and act as 2nd photographer on larger weddings.
• Shoot and lead small convention events, theme park events, award presentations and event documentation
• Set up and photograph on-location studio packages and character interactions
• Setup "print on site" packages
• Shoot large group photos (10 – 300 people)
• Arrange photography risers and work with the lead photographer to locate appropriate locations
• Handle Virtual Background shoots, green screen shoot and matte in a background
• Shoot Youth Groups and the process for editing final group and individual images
• Shoot Portrait Sessions, Executive Portraits in studio, and high-profile Guests
• Photograph product and promotional images in a studio setting and in the field

Basic Qualifications

• High level knowledge of Sony cameras with ability to troubleshoot basic issues
• Excellent understanding of Photography production in a business environment
• High level knowledge of professional photography lighting equipment and able to direct others in use of equipment
• Proficient in Mac Computers, Photoshop software, and Lightroom software
• Experience with composition, exposure triangle, and off-camera lighting
• Excellent relationship skills to work with Guests
• High level knowledge on how to light for a large photo, e.g., 2000 people
• High level knowledge in detailed editing; removal of garbage cans, replacing body parts, changing a sky
• Comfortable producing high-level photography work at a fast pace

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the wedding or convention industry
• Knowledge of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts and offerings

Required Education

High School degree or equivalent

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. 

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The pay rate for this role in Lake Buena Vista, FL is $22.60 to $27.65 per hour.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

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