Who are We?
Intersection is an experience-driven Out of Home media and technology company that delivers programming, consumer amenities, and advertising to cities. From free internet access to way-finding to real-time information, our products make city life easier and more sustainable. We further enrich cities with experiential programming that inspires and engages people throughout their day. With valuable, diverse audiences in America's top cities, we provide innovative, data-driven solutions for brands to reach urbanites at scale.
Photographer, Part-time (Chicago)
What is the role?
Intersection is seeking a meticulous, skilled and detail-oriented photographer for a part-time role in our Chicago office. (30h weekly) Reporting to our Marketing Manager the photographer will capture static and digital media assets on streets and in rail stations across the city of Chicago on a day-to-day-basis, with a heavy emphasis on peak commuter hours (7-9am & 4-6pm).
What you will accomplish:

• Shooting marketing photos for all Intersection's outdoor advertising in a timely manner that exceeds brand guidelines and client expectations
• Uploading and tagging photographs to the Intersection photo library
• Light batch editing and touch-ups
• Maintaining efficient shot list scheduling by collaborating with the photo team, operations, and transit authority
• Leading bespoke photoshoots of outdoor assets, capturing media and surrounding atmosphere in engaging ways for use in press and marketing materials
• Photographing Intersection media assets in high-traffic areas during rush hours (morning and evening)
• Special projects on an ongoing basis, including videography, time-lapse photography, and more.

In the first 3 months you will:

• Understand the role that photography plays in the sales process, and feel comfortable photographing all of our assets.
• Build a strong relationship with our marketing manager in the Chicago market and collaborate to streamline processes and maximize team productivity.
• Work collaboratively with Marketing & Sales colleagues to manage incoming POP and photo requests.
• Feel confident in knowing the best places to find and shoot our assets for our customers.

Within the first year you will:

• Develop a strong understanding of how photography aids the sales cycle.
• Establish yourself as a highly valued and reliable member of the Marketing team, developing new skills to continuously improve the photography work coming out of the Chicago office.
• Build relationships with our corporate creative team and assist with national projects on an as-needed basis.

You are awesome for this role because:

• You have a bachelor's degree in Photography or a related field.
• You have a valid driver's license.
• You have the ability to meet tight deadlines and communicate effectively to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• You are a highly-organized collaborator who feels comfortable working independently
• You've got an artistic eye for detail, with an extensive understanding of cameras, lighting and composition
• You have a demonstrated record of consistently meeting and exceeding project goals
• You're proficient in MAC & PC Platforms, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, (additional multimedia programs would be an asset)
• You have basic photography equipment (required)
• You've got Out-of-Home media experience (a strong plus)
• You've got experience shooting digital video (a strong plus)

Hourly Rate: $24/hr.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must submit an up-to-date online portfolio featuring work samples related to the job requirements.