Job Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The hourly wage includes event time and up to two additional hours per week for editing. Any additional editing hours must be pre-approved in writing by the Events and Community Engagement Coordinator. This position will remain open until April 2026 and start dates will vary depending on departmental needs and availability of the candidate.

Posting Details

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Position Information

Position Title

Athletics Photographer

Position Summary

The Athletics department is hiring multiple positions with start dates throughout the year. Hours will be variable and dependent upon athletic game schedules. This posting will remain open until the end of March 2026 and review of applicants will be ongoing.



The Athletics Photographer is responsible to capture game moments and action shots of the athletes and the environment at specified points during the season. The incumbent is also tasked with photographing the head shots for the athletes at the beginning of the season and during Athletic Recognition events.

Position Responsibilities

Taking photos during athletic events of the athletes and environment (i.e. crowd, group photos) based on a specific shot list provided by the supervisor Taking head shots of the athletes and coaches annually Taking team pictures for each respective team annually Responsible to ensure the final product is edited to meet the standard of excellence that is expected Ensures that Athletic photos are sent to the media outlets to meet their deadlines

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Six months to 1 year of related experience Indoor and outdoor action photography with differing sports. The ability to edit process and load photos onto web-based libraries

Preferred Qualifications

Salary or Hourly?

Hourly

Salary

$20.30 per hour; the hourly wage includes event time and up to two additional hours per week for editing. Any additional editing hours must be pre-approved in writing by the Events and Community Engagement Coordinator.

Benefits and Compensation Information

An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta,

Red Deer Polytechnic

(RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities.

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta's economy and society to thrive.

Red Deer Polytechnic's main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Metis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our

polytechnic community

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Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2025-A-058

Employment Type

Casual

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

08/25/2025

Position End Date (if term-certain)

04/15/2026

FTE

Hours of Work

Hours of work will vary, include evenings and weekends, and be dependent upon operational needs

Open Date

05/26/2025

Close Date

05/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.



To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.



Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact Peopleandculture@rdpolytech.ca.



All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The hourly wage includes event time and up to two additional hours per week for editing. Any additional editing hours must be pre-approved in writing by the Events and Community Engagement Coordinator. This position will remain open until April 2026 and start dates will vary depending on departmental needs and availability of the candidate.

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Optional Documents