Staff Photographer

Overview:

Brighton Resort is looking for a skilled, mountain-savvy Staff Photographer to help tell the story of our terrain, community, and culture. This role captures the moments—big, small, fast, and powder-deep—that define the Brighton experience. From bluebird laps and storm days to events, restaurants, and our on-mountain programs, your work will drive our visual identity across digital channels, print, and brand campaigns.

Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photo content across the resort, including:
• On-mountain action (skiing, snowboarding, terrain parks, lessons, events)
• Lifestyle moments around lodges, lifts, food & beverage, and guest experiences
• Marketing and advertising assets for web, print, and social media
• Work closely with the Brand Manager to plan, produce, and deliver visual content that aligns with seasonal campaigns and resort initiatives.
• Shoot efficiently in fast-moving, variable alpine conditions while maintaining professional safety standards.
• Organize, edit, and deliver photo sets on deadline for use across ads, social platforms, websites, email, signage, and internal needs.
• Maintain organized file libraries and naming structures to keep assets accessible for the entire marketing team.
• Collaborate with videographers, designers, and social media staff to ensure consistency across all visual outputs.
• Assist with occasional studio-style product shots or portrait sessions as needed.
• Uphold Brighton's brand voice and visual identity through all photography.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating outdoor, action sports, and lifestyle photography.
• Proficiency in DSLR or mirrorless systems and a wide range of lenses.
• Advanced knowledge of Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Ability to ski or snowboard at an intermediate to advanced level while carrying gear.
• Comfortable shooting in winter weather and dynamic environments.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Experience working with marketing teams or in a resort environment is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to ski/ride with equipment.
• Can lift 25–40 lbs of gear.
• Works outdoors for extended periods in cold, snowy, and variable weather.

Season & Schedule

Full-time seasonal position aligned with the winter operating season. Weekend, holiday, and early-morning/late-day availability required based on shooting needs.