STUDENT-Photo Director Dispatch Zine MBAEM Practicum Project

Join Ithaca College's Dispatch Zine as a Photo Director for this MBAEM practicum project in Ithaca, where you'll lead the visual strategy of a dynamic student publication.

About the Role

As Photo Director for Dispatch Zine, you'll oversee the editorial photography program for this student-led publication. This part-time practicum position offers hands-on experience in visual storytelling, photography management, and student media production at Ithaca College in Tompkins County.

What You'll Do

• Define and enforce consistent visual standards across the publication's photography to strengthen brand identity
• Work with photographers to brainstorm, plan, and execute editorial photo assignments
• Review, curate, and select finished photography for publication across stories and sections
• Arrange equipment rentals and on-campus shoot logistics to support photography operations
• Partner with the Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor to align photographic content with publication goals

What We're Looking For

• Passion for photojournalism and visual communication
• Experience working with photographers or directing visual projects (academic work, student media, portfolios considered)
• Working knowledge of photo editing and digital asset organization
• Strong project management and deadline-driven work style
• Collaborative approach to working with writers and editors
• Dedication to journalistic standards and student media

About This Opportunity

Ithaca College values experiential learning. This MBAEM practicum project with Dispatch Zine provides real-world journalism experience for students at our Ithaca, Tompkins County campus, where student-led media continues to earn recognition for quality and impact.

How to Apply

To apply for this part-time Photo Director role, submit your application through the job listing.