1. Equipment Setup and Maintenance: Assist in setting up and maintaining photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting equipment, and accessories. This may involve carrying and arranging gear, ensuring everything is in working order, and making adjustments as needed.
2. Location Scouting and Preparation: Help scout locations for photo shoots, including researching potential venues, obtaining necessary permits, and preparing the site by clearing clutter or setting up props.
3. Assisting During Shoots: Assist the lead photographer during photo shoots by handling equipment, adjusting lighting, and managing props or backgrounds. This may also involve helping to position and direct subjects, ensuring they look their best in the frame.
4. Image Organization and Management: Assist in organizing and managing digital files, including importing and backing up images, organizing them into folders or databases, and ensuring they are properly labeled and cataloged for easy retrieval.
5. Post-Processing Assistance: Provide support in post-processing tasks such as sorting and selecting images, basic editing (e.g., cropping, color correction), and preparing files for delivery to clients or further editing by the lead photographer.
6. Image Editing: Use photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or Capture One Pro to enhance and retouch images as needed. This may include adjusting exposure, color balance, contrast, and sharpness, as well as removing blemishes or distractions.
7. Quality Control: Ensure that all edited images meet the established standards for quality, consistency, and style. This may involve checking for technical issues such as noise, artifacts, or color discrepancies, as well as ensuring that images are properly cropped and sized for their intended use.
