Trainee Photographer/Assistant – Graduation Ceremony

GradImages®, a division of Balfour & Co., is seeking dependable, energetic individuals to join our team as Trainee Photographers and Team Assistants for graduation events in and around Mankato, MN!

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn extra income part-time while being part of milestone celebrations.

• Trainee Photographers typically earn $80 per event (Events can last 3-4 hours),
• Assistants typically earn $70 per event (Events can last 3-4 hours).
• Mileage, tolls, and parking fees are reimbursed.

Our Peak Seasons

Events are busiest during:
April - June, August and November - December
Open or flexible availability during these months is preferred, Typically Graduations do fall on the weekends, but not always.

What We're Looking For

• Friendly, professional demeanor
• Strong time management and communication skills
• A reliable vehicle for transportation to events (mileage reimbursed)
• Photographers: At least 1 year of DSLR experience
• Assistants: No photography experience needed—just a great attitude and reliability!

DRESS CODE REQUIREMENTS – MUST FOLLOW TO PARTICIPATE

Because we work directly with graduates and faculty, a professional and clean appearance is required by our client schools:

• ✅ Conservative business suit required
• ✅ Dark colors only (to keep attention on the graduates)
• ✅ Hair must be natural-looking, clean, and neatly styled
• ❌ Unkempt hair or non-traditional hair colors are not permitted
• ❌ No facial piercings allowed
• ❌ Tattoos must be completely covered at all times

Failure to meet these dress code guidelines may result in removal from scheduled events.

What You'll Do

You will be assigned as a Trainee Photographer or an Assistant depending on the need at the time. We do typically like you to assist at the first few events.

As a Trainee Photographer:

• Use Nikon DSLR equipment (provided)
• Take high-quality portraits and candid photos
• Set up and tear down equipment
• Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth operations
• No editing or post-processing is required.

As an Assistant:

• Help graduates with contact cards and robes
• Keep graduates organized and ready for photos
• Maintain order and track name cards during ceremonies
• Support photographers and ensure a smooth workflow

Important Reminders

All Balfour & Co. employees must pass:

• Pre-employment screenings
• Background checks
• Social media reviews at any time before or during employment

Failure to attend scheduled and confirmed events may result in immediate termination and loss of future eligibility.

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Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Because we work directly with the graduates, the school requires us to have a dress code. Dress in a conservative business suit. Wearing dark colors is required by the school, since the focus is on them. Hair should be natural-looking, clean, combed, and neatly trimmed or arranged. Unkempt hair and non-traditional hair colors are not permitted.  No facial piercings are allowed, and tattoos must be covered at all times. Would you be able to comply with the Dress Code?

Experience:

• DSLR: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Mankato, MN (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $18