Thursday, June 14, 2012

TV Land Freelance Photography Coordinator

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Job Description:TV Land is seeking a long-term freelance Photography Coordinator to join its Marketing and Brand Creative Group. This position will curate and archive photos, work collaboratively to produce smaller scale photo shoots, and be responsible for all photography needs for the TV Land Press Department. Candidates will have 1-2 years of experience, strong asset management skills, a passion for photography, and a good creative eye.

Responsibilities include:• Manage contractual relationship with the photo agency.
• Set up photo shoots for both episodic and gallery for all TV Land shows.
• Coordinate with online, marketing and other internal departments on their needs prior to press photos shoots.
• Edit photography from all shoots, including sitcom tapings.
• Maintain the network’s photo database and archiving system.
• Proactively suggest ways to streamline the photo process and budget.
• Actively find new photographers who can work in tandem with photo agency.
• Work with programming department on an on-going basis to acquire artwork for acquisitions. Convey the content of the deliverables in a proactive and timely manner.
• Set up executive and talent headshots for the network.
• Work with the press department to select and negotiate rates and terms for non-contracted photographers.
• Work with legal and production management to create contracts and agreements for all photo assignments.


Job Requirements: The ideal candidate should:
• Have exceptional asset management and organizational skills.
• Be curious, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Have a strong grasp of photography and commitment to innovative and fresh ideas.
• Be a clear communicator, and enjoy working closely with others in a collaborative environment.


 
Company Profile: Viacom is home to the world's premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms in more than 160 countries and territories. With approximately 170 media networks reaching more than 600 million global subscribers, Viacom's leading brands include MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, BET, CENTRIC, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., TeenNick, Nicktoons, Nick at Nite, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV Land, Spike TV and TR3s. Paramount Pictures, America's oldest film studio and creator of many of the most beloved motion pictures, continues today as a major global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. Viacom operates a large portfolio of branded digital media experiences, including many of the world's most popular properties for entertainment, community and casual online gaming.