PHOTOGRAPHER Chicago Marathon, October 11th

MarathonFoto is a leading sports photography company that photographs athletes around the world including the world marathon majors in Boston and New York. The participants can view and purchase their race photos on www.marathonfoto.com.

MarathonFoto will be the official photographer of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon that will be on October 11th and they are looking for freelance photographers to take either:

• PORTRAIT PHOTOS of runners with their medals. Need to be very dynamic, outgoing, and ready to approach the athletes so they stop and smile to take the photo.

OR

• ACTION PHOTOS of runners on the course while they run. We will assign you a specific location on the course. Prior experience in sports photography is required.

No selling or post-production editing is required.

MarathonFoto provides:

• Media like SD/CF and collects them at the end of the event to avoid any issue with transferring the images.
• Clear guidelines of the type of photos you will be taking. Your team leader will assist you throughout the race.

Compensation: $30/hour with possibility to increase based on the quality and number of photos taken.

This is a freelance and event-based position. There may be an opportunity to work multiple events depending on events scheduled in your area.

Time commitment: 8:00am - 4:00pm is the estimated time.

Requirements:

- Photography equipment

- Excellent knowledge of your own equipment and photography to take good quality photographs of participants during the event

- The ability to stand, move quickly and hold the camera for the duration of the event. All our events are outdoors and in the elements. Photographers must be willing and able to work in these conditions.

- The ability to work quickly, efficiently, and make good decisions while multi-tasking at a very fast pace.

- The ability be flexible and to adapt to the change of pace and circumstances that could arise during the event.

- The ability to adhere to a schedule, arrive on time for event, stay for the duration of event, and have reliable transportation.

- Must be 18 years or older and be authorized to work in the USA

Application: Please apply with a resume highlighting your photography experience. Include a short paragraph detailing your photography background, relevant experience, and equipment used. Explain why you would be a great fit for this event and any similar events you've covered.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Please let us know what camera model, zoom lenses and external flash you have. If you do not have an external flash, please specify it so we can assign you to the correct photo location.
• Please add the link to your portfolio here
• The marathon is on October 11th. If we still have open spots on the team, would you also be available to photograph the 5K on October 10th (7:00am to 10am) and The half Marathon on September 27th (6am -10am)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30