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Student Photographer

Athletics & Recreation Department 

Job Posting 

Conestoga College respects, appreciates and encourages diversity. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If requested, accommodation will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

Position Title 

Student Photographer 

Rate of Pay 

$18.82 per hour  

Start Date 

August 2026 – Training  

September 2026 – Regular hours 

Hours of Operation 

Various - daytime, evenings, weekends 

Locations 

Doon Campus, Fountain St. Soccer Complex, Hybrid 

 

Overview 

The Student Photographer will lead the Athletics & Recreation Departments’ photography content, suggest refreshing methods of delivery, and work to create a strong photo library. The incumbent should be a strong team member as they work to execute photography requests for all platforms in a designated area of interest (e.g., Student Recreation, Varsity Athletics, Esports, and Student Wellness). The incumbent should be comfortable with creative and unique ways to distribute material for print, web, and social media.  

The position will work remotely and at the Doon Campus, or Fountain St. Soccer Complex, based on varsity game day locations. Work hours will be scheduled according to departmental needs. The rate of pay is $18.82 per hour. The start date is August 2026.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • A background in photography and strong DSLR camera knowledge is an asset 

  • Live event and sport photography, varsity home games, esports, wellness, and recreation 

  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are needed 

  • Experience producing digital photography and photo manipulation 

  • Proficient experience and comfort with computer software (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud)

 

Qualifications

  • Be registered in a full-time degree, diploma, or certificate program in the Fall 2026 semester 

  • Maintain a full-time course load in the Fall 2026 term. Part time studies may be allowed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services and require a reduced load 

  • Maintain a satisfactory academic progress – passing 60% of courses and actively progressing through program 

  • Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) 

  • Available to work daytime, evening and/or weekend work hours 

  • Experience and proficiency with computer applications, basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Lightroom, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) 

  • A portfolio that demonstrates strong photography fundamentals 

  • Organized and hard-working 

  • Experience photographing live events or sports 

  • Experience shooting for social media, print and web.

 

Please visit MyCareer to apply

Job posting closing date: Tuesday, July 7, 11:59 p.m.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.