We (probably) won’t ask you to sew, but this is what our workload feels like people, too much fabric, not enough hands!
Ok, the time has come, our little company has suddenly exploded into pictures and papers and brides and families and events coming out of our ears and…well…we need help!! So let’s get down to business, people. We want to be completly straightforward about what this internship entails, where it’s leading, and what you’ll get out of it, and if this sounds like you or someone fabulous that you know, hit us up!
What We’re Looking For
A (fantastically cool and fun) person that can provide the following:
1. 10-15 hours per week learning about the running of the studio by aiding in various studio tasks, including but not limited to:
Client relations
Studio post-processing of pictures (learning Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, uploading to galleries, preparing portraits for delivery, etc )
Marketing relations
Light clerical work if need be (packaging of portraits to mail, helping with client files, helping with phones and schedules, make Jenny a little more sane–if possible)
Blog editing, brainstorming meetings, contributing with ideas and hands, etc.
Anything else that comes up– in any given week we can need blog help, an event figured out, and three wedding timelines finalized–we need someone who can just jump in where needed…happily!
2. Assisting at shoots and possibly 3rd or 4th shooting them
We don’t want to give the wrong impression–this is a STUDIO internship–therefore while there are photography opportunities and needs, this is not the only focus, it takes many hands to make this operation work, on many levels
Having said that, this is what photography assisting entails:
Assisting at weddings (you would be paid for these events)
Possibly attending as a 3rd or 4th shooter if needed
If you’re good at this, who knows how much we’d ask you to do!
So a little bit of photography experience is welcome and will be utilized, but if you’re dreaming of coming over and becoming our next KB, we’re not really advertising for that (and come on, there’s only one KB!)
3. Being a part of the team
We are so team oriented over here that a lot of times our roles blur when the greater good needs something. We all work together and we all adore each other, so this is imperative. We can’t advertise for every little thing we might need, but we hope that the person who fits in over here will be the sort that is interested in being on our team.
What You Get Out of This
While this position is unpaid, you get perks! We swear!
1. Shadowing Kim Jarman (and maybe KB if she likes you, too)
KJ is more than willing to allow our intern to shadow her, and learn from her on any kind of shoot she goes on, if you’d like to. Interning is a learning experience, and we’re happy to teach.
2. Learn the photography business
A lot of people think that running a successful photography business would be about taking the best pictures, and that is only a small part of the machine behind the name. You will gain experience in running a studio and see just what exactly goes into this outfit. (A lot of craziness, we warn you!)
3. Glowing recommendations and a resume piece
Of course our goal is to grow you into your next role–and we will do everything possible to do that. We will always support anyone that works with us and does a great job, utilizing any resource any of us has for your benefit and success.
4. Extended JennyP time
Dude, this might not always be a perk but I’ll try! Chances are the majority of your time and communication will be with me, so let’s be BFF. Please. I’ll take you to lunch and show you the t-shirt guy I flirt with down the street. Promise.
5. The What If
We had no idea this time last year that we’d have associates, we had no idea we’d be growing so quickly, and we had no idea we’d be advertising for more help today: so who knows where this will go. We take the well-being of our team seriously and we believe in opportunity and anything we are able to do for this group, we will do it over and over again. We’re asking someone to join the cause, if you will, and move us forward, with the promise that any way we can move you forward to your goals, we will do our very best to make that happen!
So…..now that you’ve read the fine print, please send your resumes to: Jenny@kimberlyjarman.com
Tips to Getting Past the Jenny Screening:
I’m the one seeing your resume first, so here’s what I like to see:
Spelling that is correct and recognizable and in English
Showing that you actually read the internship description
Spellcheck
Personality (I like jokes…that are funny. It’s a fine line.)
Words spelled correctly
Experience that is remotely what we’re looking for (although I do believe if you’re smart, you can learn!)
Did I mention the spelling?
xoxoxoxo
by kimberlyjarman
Kristyn K - Haha you guys are so entertaining! I love it! I love the bouncy-ness of the intern description! Its absolutely perfect! I’m so excited you guys are offerring an internship!
kimberlyjarman - Oh, that’s an awesome article! Thank you!
Kim
Kim - Great Article today from Totally Rad Actions on hiring:
http://www.gettotallyrad.com/blog/guest-authors/laura-novak-talks-employees.html
jennyp - Correction: I thanked HEATHER for this comment from HEIDI! Ahhhh they are sisters! It’s an easy mistake! Heidi, thank you, I adore you, you’re my soulmate, let’s go on another date so soon!! xoxoxoxo
Lizzie Kimball - Ahh, if only I had more time in my schedule! I could really use some awesome Kim, Jenny, and KB time!! I’m pretty jealous.
kimberlyjarman - Jenny can show you all the ropes… she’s got the scoop on on the Hot guys!! 🙂
kimberlyjarman - Ahhh.. thank you Beki… we wished you lived closer too:):) Good luck!
kimberlyjarman - Ashton,
We are pretty flexilble on times actually. It would have to be a 9-3 timeline, but not every day and we can do little bits here and there. The assistant stuff would be at nights or on weekends.
Beki - I only wish I lived a little closer. Saratoga NY is just a bit of a hike for this internship! Otherwise I would so apply! I love your work and I am always looking to improve my own photography skills. I have been shadowing/assisting a photographer for the past year who is retiring… I am in need of a new mentor. This would have been perfect! Good Luck! So glad to here that your business is thriving!
ashton cline - i have to ask. are needing a 9-5 person or will someone having a school schedule be too difficult to work around?
Rebecca Young - I would LOVE a chance at this internship! I have been around Kimberly and her family for years and can be just as wacky. Should I email my resume to Kimberly or to JennyP? I don’t want to miss this opportunity!
jennyp - Awww thank you Heather! Come over ANY time 🙂 And thank you Keri, it’s totally true. They can meet him. He’s a doll.
Cara - I’m jealous….I want this position. But I can’t shoot photography to save my life…and you guys are so FAR! Sounds like fun though, for some lucky lady!
Heidi @ idieh | design - 4. Extended JennyP time
I have to say this is a HUGE perk. This girl is fabulous. Get on it, people. This spot will fill up quickly – maybe even by me if it means I get to hang with Jenny P 😉
Kimberly Jarman - I LOVE my team and I promise that I will LOVE you too intern, whoever you are… so excited for this!
Keri Doolittle Photography - Jenny – I love this line “I’ll take you to lunch and show you the t-shirt guy I flirt with down the street. Promise.” Too cute!!