Staff Sports Photographer

Sports Staff Photographer

Duration: Permanent

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Who You Are:

The Sports Photographer shoots and edits imagery based on the content needs of the organization. Photographers may work independently or with the direction of the directors of photography or assignments group on the event or subject. They have intermediate to advanced skills in most sports photographic areas and subjects including proficiency of digital photography, video, lighting and editing, photographic technologies including transmitting content. Sports Photographers shoot a variety sports events depending on their personal expertise. From sports events with lower visibility to large scale events, like the World Cup or Olympics. Some with expertise in portraiture may work on sport client commissioned assignment and studio portraiture photography. Most are primarily a sports action shooter. Ideally they will have professional to advanced level skills in capturing key peak of action with the quantity and quality needed to support our client commitments. They will be required to travel for assignment shoots for short and long term duration. Typically this person will have have 5+ year’s professional experience.

• Photographs, edits and transmits imagery for editorial and/or commercial markets.
• Will be responsible for capturing and editing imagery, including stills and video, to meet the content requirements of our organization.
• Writes copy, captions and general metadata required for accurate descriptions of the content.
• Maintains assigned photo and computer equipment, “gear”, to ensure proper function.
• Develops partnerships with various industry related organizations and athletes.
• Fosters relationships in a strong team environment internally and externally.

• The ability to consistently deliver quality imagery.
• A minimum 5+ years experience in the industry
• Ability to work as a team with other photographers when needed.
• Possess superb people skills.
• Equivalent undergraduate degree or requisite experience
• The ability to travel, domestically and internationally, on short notice and frequently. This includes a valid passport
• Ability to be available to cover events on-call (on a moment’s notice).
• Potential to broaden the representation of sports and athletes to more accurately represent the world in which we live and the region where you work. 
• Must be located within commuting distance of Philadelphia, PA

• Digital Photography
• Lighting
• Image Editing (including technology experience with imaging software such as Photoshop).
• Technical capabilities (transmitting, remote camera, digital manipulation, networking).
• Capturing sports events, key sports action and/or studio/portraiture work. 

• Must be physically able to work for extended periods, sometimes over days or weeks, in all environments
• Must be physically able to travel, internationally and domestically
• Ability and comfort with unusual working conditions: long hours; limited or exaggerated physical movement; lack of facilities; sometimes dangerous environments
• Must be able to maneuver or travel long distances while carrying and using photographic field equipment, including ancillary technical equipment
• Must be able to physically lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. of technology and photographic equipment on a regular basis

There’s a story in every picture, a narrative in every frame. 

We believe in the power of visuals. As a leading visual content creator, our three brands–Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash–offer a full range of content solutions to meet the needs of any customer, whatever their size, location, or budget. Whether the goal is commercial or philanthropic, revenue-generating or society-changing, market-disrupting or headline-driving, our visuals help any brand, business, or organization communicate more effectively with their target audience and urge them to action. In other words, we know how powerful an image or video can be—and that it can move the world. 

Working at Getty Images 

Our goal is to be one of the best places to work globally, which means we’re dedicated to providing experiences and resources that allow you to do your best work. Foundational to our culture are our Leadership Principles, which are the shared values that guide how we come together to do our work. We raise the bar and collectively bring solutions while exercising trust, transparency, and care. We actively reject biased behavior and are inclusive of different voices, perspectives, and experiences. We focus on our customers and deliver on our commitments and commercial goals. 

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that prioritizes delivering results efficiently and using time wisely, so that all employees can achieve balance between commitments to the company and health and well-being in our lives. We value the importance of rest and recovery ranging from company-paid holidays to time away from work. Our flexible time off policy is above industry standard. We offer premier benefits with options including above-market competitive medical, dental, vision, health plan savings accounts, life and disability plans, global employee assistance programs, legal, pet, home, and auto coverage at preferential group rates and discounts, as well as retirement and financial education and tools. Full-time employees working at least 25 hours per week are eligible for these programs and health benefits on the 1st of the month following their date of hire.  

Getty Images Holdings, Inc is a publicly traded company, and its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "GETY". You may be eligible to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which allows employees to purchase company stock at a 15% discount to market. 

Our employees’ growth, development, belonging, and engagement are important investments. We offer learning experiences ranging from leadership development, diversity and inclusion training, mentoring programs, a high potential program, and professional and skills development. We prioritize staying connected in our hybrid-working world and encourage participation in global morale events and local gatherings, as well as finding community in one or more of our Employee Resource Groups. Learning about our business is paramount, and our open and transparent culture means you’ll have direct access to experts and senior leaders via open forums, all hands, and content hours. 

Getty Images believes that diversity is critical to our success in moving the world and is committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment that celebrates diversity. We seek to hire based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Getty Images is an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.