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Requisition
202600077ST
Title
Student Employee - College of Arts & Media - Photography Intern (CAM Marketing & Communications Team)
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Office of the Dean - College of Arts & Media
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week
20-28 - flexible schedule
Hiring Rate
$13 per hour
Preferred Student Classification
All classifications will be considered.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Please read the description thoroughly and direct any questions to Dominic Carozza (carozza@shsu.edu).
Position will begin in Fall 2026. Interviews will take place in Spring/Summer 2026.
The College of Arts and Media (CAM) seeks a dynamic and creative student who aspires to be an event and lifestyle photography professional. The photography intern supports the CAM Marketing and Communications Team by creating photo elements for marketing campaigns that increase the visibility and awareness of department productions, exhibitions, and performances.
The CAM Marketing and Communications Team allows student interns to work professionally and gain valuable real-world skills and training that will benefit their future careers. This intern will report to the Director of Strategic Initiatives & Operations (head of the CAM marketing team) and the CAM Communications Manager.
Duties and Expectations
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. The successful internship candidate may be eligible for a scholarship within CAM. Interested applicants must file a completed Scholarships4Kats to be considered for a scholarship. Scholarships are not guaranteed and are contingent upon available funding.
All CAM Interns Are Expected To Do The Following
02/27/2026
Position Number
9N9862
Contact Name & Title
Dominic Carozza, CAM Communications Manager
Contact Phone
936-294-2777
Contact Email
carozza@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #:
DRCB 123
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
202600077ST
Title
Student Employee - College of Arts & Media - Photography Intern (CAM Marketing & Communications Team)
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Office of the Dean - College of Arts & Media
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours Per Week
20-28 - flexible schedule
Hiring Rate
$13 per hour
Preferred Student Classification
All classifications will be considered.
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Please read the description thoroughly and direct any questions to Dominic Carozza (carozza@shsu.edu).
Position will begin in Fall 2026. Interviews will take place in Spring/Summer 2026.
The College of Arts and Media (CAM) seeks a dynamic and creative student who aspires to be an event and lifestyle photography professional. The photography intern supports the CAM Marketing and Communications Team by creating photo elements for marketing campaigns that increase the visibility and awareness of department productions, exhibitions, and performances.
The CAM Marketing and Communications Team allows student interns to work professionally and gain valuable real-world skills and training that will benefit their future careers. This intern will report to the Director of Strategic Initiatives & Operations (head of the CAM marketing team) and the CAM Communications Manager.
Duties and Expectations
- This position is representative of the college and university and requires serious dedication to the internship.
- Collaborate with the team to produce marketing images for CAM.
- Attend events/performances/exhibitions/rehearsals to capture photo content – this will include nights and weekends.
- Capture and maintain stock photos for the college and departments.
- Focus on campus life photography around the departments for publications as well as social media postings.
- Portrait photography for departments as needed.
- Comfortable in front of and behind the camera.
- Other projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must have and maintain a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. The successful internship candidate may be eligible for a scholarship within CAM. Interested applicants must file a completed Scholarships4Kats to be considered for a scholarship. Scholarships are not guaranteed and are contingent upon available funding.
All CAM Interns Are Expected To Do The Following
- Learn and use web applications for project management and cloud storage
- Communicate openly, effectively, and frequently with team admins
- Work collaboratively with other members of the team
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, faculty, and staff
- Maintain the confidentiality of CAM information
- Learn and follow all college and SHSU brand standards
- Assist and participate in the organization and execution of CAM-sponsored events that may include nights or weekends
- Other duties as assigned
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom.
- Working knowledge of photography equipment. (Office provided equipment is Sony, or you may use your own.)
- Working knowledge of photo size requirements for digital formats such as social media platforms and print formats
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Capable of handling a fast-paced marketing environment.
- Comfortable in front of and behind the camera.
- Creative and extroverted personality with a passion for arts and media.
- Starting pay of $13 an hour.
- Flexible schedule. Typically, 20 – 28 hours per week. Hours may vary.
- Many projects require availability outside traditional office hours; this position will be expected to work frequent nights and weekends.
02/27/2026
Position Number
9N9862
Contact Name & Title
Dominic Carozza, CAM Communications Manager
Contact Phone
936-294-2777
Contact Email
carozza@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #:
DRCB 123
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
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