Capturing Healing Moments: A Photographer’s Journey at Mayo Clinic

Why Choose Mayo Clinic

Key Responsibilities

The role of the Photographer is interdisciplinary, offering photographic assistance for Mayo Clinic in both clinical and editorial contexts. Duties include patient photography and videography in surgical, clinical, and research settings. Accountable for event photography and also for image acquisition in a creative capacity from initial concepts to image selection, which necessitates innovative thinking, decision-making, self-drive, and a high degree of technical capability. Works in collaboration with Art Directors, designers, Project Managers, and/or clients to support institutional objectives. Operates both independently and collaboratively in fulfilling responsibilities. Effectively engages with a diverse range of individuals to complete tasks. May be required to assist with light video capture during editorial projects using a DSLR. Provides mentorship to other photographers. Might act as an on-call photographer for medical documentation outside of regular business hours. Must comply with strict confidentiality standards and uphold a high level of professionalism during challenging situations. Evening and weekend availability will be necessary. Travel for assignments will also be expected. The images produced may be featured in internal Mayo publications, intranet and internet sites, external media, and electronic presentations.

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

To be eligible for this position, please submit a portfolio of your work.

Throughout the selection process, you may engage in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will be displayed on your screen, and you will have time to contemplate each question before responding. You will have the chance to re-record your answer for each question – Mayo Clinic will only view the final recording. The complete interview will be evaluated by a Mayo Clinic staff member, and you will be informed about the subsequent steps.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Photography or Visual Arts with at least four (4) years of professional photography experience is mandatory; or eight (8) years of pertinent experience. A portfolio is necessary for consideration. Proven expertise at the Associate Photographer level. 
Previous experience in medical, scientific, or corporate environments is preferred. 
Possess a comprehensive understanding of all current photographic equipment and knowledge in the usage of all photographic formats. 
Demonstrated in-depth understanding of computer-based photo image enhancement is critical. 
A solid grasp of photographic lighting and techniques for studio, outdoor, location, and journalistic scenarios is required. 
Ability to deliver and receive concise and clear direction along with problem-solving proficiency.

Status of Exemption

Nonexempt

Compensation Details

29.51- $39.84 / hour

Eligibility for Benefits

Yes

Working Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Details of Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8-5pm with some evenings as necessary. On-call a minimum of 2 weeks per year.

Weekend Working Schedule

Occasional weekends as required.

International Assignments

No

Description of Site

Recruiter

Ibby Gustamante