Photographer

Brooklyn, NYC | Experiential Learning / College Credit | Contractor Role

About Us

bythreestudios serves as a creative support system for emerging artists, established professionals, rebranding companies, and new businesses alike. We offer services including (but not limited to) headshot, portrait, lifestyle, and editorial photography, along with creative direction, consultation, and brand strategy. Our mission is to elevate stories through visually compelling and strategically thoughtful content while exploring the intersections of media, technology, and education.

About the Role

This placement is designed as a hands-on learning experience for early career photographers seeking to deepen their photography practice while gaining exposure to the operations of a creative studio. Each week, you will explore a new photography technique (e.g., portrait lighting, shutter speed studies, composition strategies) and schedule a corresponding shoot to practice that skill, all while also contributing to event photography coverage and studio productions as they arise.

📅 Schedule

6-8 month Term
~8 hours/week
Weekly check-in/mentorship meeting with supervisor

Responsibilities

Participate in weekly technique-based assignments and complete corresponding shoots.
Support photography production: assist on shoots & manage own shoots, operate DSLR cameras, use flash/strobe, manage files.
Edit, organize, and deliver images according to studio workflow standards.
Contribute to social media and resource content creation.
Assist in research and preparation of creative tech/entrepreneurship workshops.
Explore and document AI workflows relevant to creative production.
Conduct lead generation research and maintain a basic client/outreach tracker.
Attend weekly mentorship meetings for review, critique, and planning.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a U.S. college/university program with CPT or academic credit eligibility.
Working knowledge/Open to learning of DSLR photography and manual camera settings.
Interest in portraiture, event coverage, and creative studio practice.
Clear communication, punctuality, and collaborative spirit.
Must be legally authorized to participate in CPT.

Nice to Have

Own DSLR and flash gear
Interest in growing as a professional photographer

Apply Now

Use the form below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!