• Provide comprehensive photography coverage of university activities, including events, student life, academic programs, and sporting events
• Edit, caption, and distribute images efficiently under tight deadlines
• Writer clear and engaging AP-style captions and gather essential context to assist writers and social media staff
• Collaborate with university departments to create compelling visuals for marketing and promotional materials
• Set up and manage studio lighting for headshots, portraits, and marketing materials
• Maintain photo archives and ensure accurate metadata and tagging
• Perform other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Photography or two years of professional experience, a portfolio demonstrating a strong range of journalistic, portrait, commercial and sports photography, must have a strong knowledge for photojournalism principles and techniques, proven experience with studio lighting for both portraiture and marketing materials, be proficient in Adobe Photoshop and related photo editing software, be familiar with digital asset management systems, file formats, and color spaces, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work both independently and collaboratively, and must be able to walk the campus and travel as needed for assignments, including nights, and weekends.

About Alabama State University

Alabama State University is located in historic Montgomery, Alabama on a beautiful 172-acre campus featuring lush landscaping, historic landmarks, and both modern and traditional facilities that pay homage to the University's proud past and bright future. The campus is located a short walk from the state capital, the state government complex, and downtown Montgomery, making the downtown business and entertainment district, art galleries, state archives, museums, and historical sites readily accessible.

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