Job Alert - Lead Photographer

Venice Arts seeks a paid part-time (20 hours) Lead Photographer whose primary responsibility is to teach in its award-winning Art Mentoring and Education Program, with an assignment of four academic year classes and one Summer Media Arts Camp class.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of a photography program (graduate degree preferred, but not required), with a background in visual storytelling (documentary, photojournalism, street photography). Candidate demonstrates a broad knowledge of historic and contemporary practices; a working artist preferred. The candidate is personable, an excellent communicator, and able to demonstrate an ability to self-initiate and work independently.

Must posses a high level of technical expertise with cameras, computers (Apple), and software (Adobe Suite); experience with audio capture and multi-media a strong plus. Experience supervising volunteers and working in a community-based setting and with project-based learning a plus. Most posses valid California Driver’s License with a clean record for at least five years, and must be willing to transport students in Venice Arts’ van.

Please email your resume, along with a cover letter to issa@venice-arts.org.