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California State University
Photographer (On-Call)
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A Photographer uses digital cameras to take photographs for news organizations, commercial or individual clients. May specialize in photographing people, places and landscapes, or objects. Uses software for processing and editing photographs, and may also use traditional film cameras and film processing. Creates portfolios of work to exhibit or sell.
$52,045 / year median in California
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Photographer (On-Call) California State University
- 4.
Staff Location:
StanislausTurlock Categories:
Unit 9- CSUEU
- Technical Support Services, Temporary, Full Time, Marketing/Communications, On-site (work in-person at business location) Position Description Position Summary Full-time temporary position available on or after September 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 for Strategic Communications & Marketing.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related fieldExperience:
Six months of experience in still and motion picture photography, including a thorough knowledge of video production techniques. Preferred Qualifications One (1) years of related experience. Experience using digital SLR cameras and professional photography equipment to produce digital images. Experience using Adobe Photoshop to process, optimize, and edit digital photographs. Experience using photographic lighting techniques, including studio lighting kits and on-camera flash equipment. Experience using digital image storage, file organization, and digital asset management systems. Experience providing photography for events, marketing, communications, or promotional purposes. Experience preparing and delivering digital photographs for print, web, social media, or other communications and marketing platforms. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Working knowledge of techniques, materials and equipment used in the production of instructional media and related communication assignments. Working knowledge of full range of production techniques including sound recording, graphics, television, photography, videotaping, lighting, editing methods and equipment. Ability to set up and operate a wide variety of production equipment, including set-up for multi-camera video productions and distance learning classrooms. Ability to learn techniques in the development of television, film, radio or multimedia productions. Basic computer skills to operate digital and analog production-related editing and duplication equipment. Basic photography skills such as film speed, light, and color requirements. Ability to perform photographic processing including an understanding of photographic chemicals and working knowledge of darkroom and development practices. Ability to use and maintain studio, camera and related equipment. Working knowledge of safety requirements including how to handle hazardous chemicals and materials. Solid writing and editing skills, including a strong foundation in English grammar. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff and students. A background check (which may include: fingerprinting, checks of employment records, education records, criminal records, civil records, motor vehicle records, professional licenses, and sex offender registries, as position requires) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can begin employment with the CSU. Special Conditions Position may be required to travel. Physical Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary Range Anticipated salary will be $26.37 per hour. Future increases, including step advancement, are subject to contract negotiations. Full range Salary will depend on the qualifications of the successful finalist. Full $26.37 (step 1)- $38.
Bargaining Unit:
9)Benefits Summary:
CSU Employee Benefit Summary How to Apply To be considered, qualified candidates must submit a completed Stanislaus State online employment application, cover letter, and resumé. Applications are accepted electronically only. Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration. To apply online, please click the "" button on this page. Applications will be processed in accordance with Article 9.3 of theCSU/CSUEU
Memorandum of Understanding. Preference will be given to qualified individuals currently employed at CSU Stanislaus in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 except when it is determined that it is necessary to appoint outside applicants to meet the best interest of the campus by obtaining specialized skills and abilities not available from current employees. Application Deadline September 14, 2026 ;SCREENING TO BEGIN ON OR AFTER
[INSERT 15TH DATE-WORKDAY
] (Applications received after the screening date will be considered at the discretion of the university.) Background Clearance Notice Satisfactory completion of a background check (which includes checks of employment records, education records, criminal records, civil records; and may include motor vehicle records, professional licenses, and sex offender registries, as position requires) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Education Code 89521Requirements:
Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. Additional Information Campus & Area California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion- one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal.