Photographer

Location: Alexandria, VA | Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a photographer, providing expertise and state-of-the-art skill in taking and enhancing photographs and visual representations to convey a project's mission and impact. The candidate will be responsible for taking a general theme and conveying a clear, impactful message through the use of their technical knowledge within the subject of photography. Responsibilities Attend meetings and briefings to advise managers on the requirements of complex assignments, including providing advice concerning the most economical cost methods and the highest degree of technical and professional quality available to undertake a project Develop deadlines, coordinate with others, and carry out all phases of the work Direct photographic quality control at several geographically dispersed locations Determine camera settings, lighting requirements, and other specifications to ensure an excellent photo shoot Capture and enhance photographs to make a vivid impression and communicate a meaningful message Provide event and on-site coverage, including conferences, ceremonies, briefings, and other organizational activities, capturing both candid and posed imagery as needed Conduct studio and location-based portrait sessions for staff, leadership, and program participants Perform customized / specialized photography in-house or on location using a variety of still cameras and other photographic equipment Edit photos to ensure proper capturing, processing, distributing, and archiving of all still imagery Deliver clear, high-quality images Other duties as assigned COMPETENCIES Knowledge of complex black and white, color, identification, digital, and studio portrait photography Comprehensive and current knowledge of a wide range of photographic equipment, techniques, and processes Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to select specialized cameras, other photographic equipment, film, and paper in order to achieve the most artistic results for photographs taken Ability to manage changes in photographic work products without materially increasing costs and to meet constantly changing and emergency requests from senior managers Experience with event and editorial photography in fast-paced, deadline-driven settings Ability to provide leadership and guidance Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience Benefits at Red Carrot: At Red Carrot, we empower you to be a leader. We attract and develop talent from all backgrounds because we believe there’s strength in diversity, offering different perspectives and skills. Together, we can solve our client’s biggest challenges. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees. Healthcare – Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) Plan – 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period. Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment. Paid Time Off – Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays. About Us: Red Carrot is an award‑winning, woman‑owned small business built for the complexity of federal government work. We partner with clients to advance their goals — powered by a team fueled by passion, backed by intelligence, and grounded in expertise. From day one, we've applied industrial engineering principles and data analytics to solve complex problems with precision. Our approach is research‑centric, data‑informed, and audience‑oriented — and it's how we deliver work that actually moves the needle. We exist to strengthen the organizations and communities we serve through trusted, purposeful communication. That's not a tagline — it's the standard we hold ourselves to on every engagement. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with a strong and growing presence in Washington, D.C., our team works with clients across the country. Distance doesn't dilute our service. We build capacity where our clients need it, delivering Strategic Communications, Customer Experience, Management Consulting, and Human Capital Solutions that fit their mission — and their moment. We're the partner organizations turn to when communication challenges are real, the stakes are high, and the work has to matter. #J-18808-Ljbffr