Assistant photographer functions

Assistant photographer functions

In this post, you can ref key functions of Assistant photographer in details. Based on this function list, you can set up daily duties, weekly duties, monthly tasks/activities.

I. List of Assistant photographer duties:

1. Set up and break down of sets
2. Taking set field notes
3. Maintain equipment upkeep
4. Keep the photo studio organized and clean
5. Keep the seamless area organized and uncluttered
6. Assist web producer with the ordering of studio expendables; seamless, gaffer's tape, etc.
7. Keep a log of how many rolls of seamless and what colors we have in the studio
8. Steam and help photographers with styling when needed for flat and vintage images
9. Help with packing and unpacking equipment for on location shoots
10. Update MTS for photographers when needed
11. Possibly minor digital teching and shooting when needed

II. List of Assistant photographer qualifications

1. Ability to work as part of a team
2. Experience in a studio environment
3. Excellent written and oral communication
4. Proactive problem solving, both technically and creatively
5. Basic knowledge of photography and equipment
6. Knowledge of Profoto and Cannon digital equipment is a plus
7. Must have prior photography assisting experience
8. Knowledge of Photoshop and Capture One is a plus
9. Must have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
10. Must have strong communication skills
11. Interest is fashion and brand appropriate photography is a plus