Photographer

Description: Photographer Job Description Reports To: Hospitality Supervisor FLSA Status: Part time hourly, non-exempt Prepared By: HR Director Prepared Date: 10/16/25 Compensation: $15.16 per hour + commission Experience the Colorado lifestyle you actually moved here for. At the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, adventure is right outside your door. Nestled in the stunning Royal Gorge Region along the Arkansas River, Cañon City is Colorado's hidden gem-with mountain access at your fingertips, world-class rafting and fishing, endless trails, rock climbing, hot springs, and skiing/snowboarding-all without battling I-70 traffic. The best part? You'll prosper with a highly competitive wages and benefits, all at an affordable cost of living. About Us : The Royal Gorge Route Railroad carries over 250,000 guests from around the world through Colorado's Royal Gorge. With stunning views, exceptional service, and delicious dining - the Royal Gorge Route experience is unlike anything else in the world. We're looking for Photographers who embody a genuine spirit of service, has a serious appetite for adventure and is seeking meaningful career growth. Always curious and caring, our team puts their heart into everything they do, striving to do their best no matter the task at hand. We are team players, problem solvers, innovators and lovers of people, travel and the Colorado life. If this sounds like the kind of place you want to be, we invite you to apply now! Join us and contribute your skills and talents while flourishing professionally at the Royal Gorge Route! We love Colorado and we care about our team members and our guests. That's why the Royal Gorge Route Railroad is 100% smoke-free, inside and out. No smoking of any kind is allowed on any Royal Gorge Route Railroad properties or sister properties, including all Railroad property, on the train, at Happy Endings Caboose Cafe, the Royal Gorge Mansion or the Royal Gorge Route Inns. Being a smoke-free environment for guests and a smoke-free workplace for staff ensures we uphold our customer promise - to provide a world-class experience. It also means we uphold our employee promise - to provide a healthy, professional, clean atmosphere where everyone has the opportunity to grow and thrive. Summary: As a photographer, you'll be taking souvenir photos of guests before they board the train. The position will also be responsible for selling photo folios on board the train during morning, afternoon and evening departures. Essential Functions

• Greet guests and guide them through photo tent
• Coordinate group photos
• Engage guests and conduct transactions of souvenir photos
• Greet guests and provide assistance at point of sale
• Process payments (cash or electronic)
• Package and prepare photographs and other items for guests
• Set up and prepare photo stations prior to boarding
• Receive and verify banks for handling cash
• Other duties as assigned by management

Education/Minimum Requirements

• No photo experience required
• No minimum education requirements

Skills/Aptitudes

• Customer service oriented
• Strong selling skills
• Money handling skills
• Organizational skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to present a professional and high quality image to our guests

Working Conditions/Essential Job Functions

• Work is primarily done outside in a variety of weather conditions
• 95% of the work is done standing
• Employees should be able to speak, read and write in English
• Employees will be required to type, grip, walk, kneel, lift and climb steps

Existing tattoos are to be covered so they are not visible while on duty. • Jewelry should be limited and not detract from a professional appearance or interfere with job performance. The following guidelines have been established: o Rings may be worn on no more than two (2) fingers per hand. o Employees may wear a maximum of two (2) pairs of earrings on the ear lobe only, of a style not exceeding 1/2" in diameter or 1" in length.

• Nose rings, tongue rings, gauges, cartilage piercing or other visible forms of body modification are prohibited.
• Hair should be clean, combed, and neatly trimmed. Shaggy, uncombed hair is not permissible. Unnatural colors or extreme hairstyles are not tolerated. For safety and health reasons employees with long hair must keep their hair pulled back, or restrained, with the exception of those who work in an office setting.

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Royal Gorge Route