Photographer

Mayo Clinic Photographer

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

The Photographer's role is multi-disciplinary, providing photographic support for Mayo Clinic within a clinical and editorial setting. Responsible for patient photography and video in surgical, clinical, and research areas. Responsible for operational event photography and also for image acquisition in a creative role from conceptualization through image selection. Which requires creative thinking, decision making, self-motivation, and a high level of technical skill. Collaborates with Art Directors, designers, Project Managers and/or customers in support of institutional directives. Works independently as well as in a team environment in the completion of responsibilities. Effectively communicates with a wide variety of people in the completion of work. May be asked to provide light video acquisition during editorial assignments with DSLR. Provides training to other photographers. May serve as on call photographer for medical documentation during non-business hours. Must adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines and maintain a high degree of professionalism during stressful situations. Evening and weekend hours will be expected. Traveling for assignments will be required. The images created may appear in internal Mayo publications, intranet and internet web sites, external media, and electronic presentations.

Works alongside other photographers to provide patient photography and video in both surgical and clinical areas.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Photography or Visual Arts with a minimum of four (4) years' professional photography experience is required; or eight (8) years of relevant experience. Portfolio required for consideration. Demonstrated proficiency at the Associate Photographer level.

Prior experience in the medical, scientific, or corporate environment is preferred. Possess a thorough understanding of all current photographic equipment and knowledge in the use of all photographic formats. Demonstrated in-depth understanding of computer-aided photo image enhancement is essential. Demonstrated understanding of photographic lighting and techniques for studio, outdoor, location, and journalistic situations. Ability to give and receive clear and concise direction and possess problem solving skills.

Compensation Detail

$30.25 - $40.84 / hour.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Some evenings and weekends. Minimum 2 weeks of on-call per year.

Weekend Schedule

Some weekends.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.