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Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

Perform work involved in developing and processing photographic images from film or digital media.

Salary Breakdown

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

Average

$41,890

ANNUAL

$20.14

HOURLY

Entry Level

$29,690

ANNUAL

$14.27

HOURLY

Mid Level

$38,370

ANNUAL

$18.45

HOURLY

Expert Level

$60,650

ANNUAL

$29.16

HOURLY


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Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

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  Glendale, AZ 85302      Degree Program

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  Phoenix, AZ 85013-4234      Degree Program

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  Phoenix, AZ 85013-4234      Certification

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  Chandler, AZ 85225-2479      Degree Program

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  Mesa, AZ 85202-4866      Degree Program

Current Available & Projected Jobs

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

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Current Available Jobs

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Projected job openings through 2030


Top Expected Tasks

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

Production and Processing

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Mechanical

SKILL

Operations Monitoring

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Quality Control Analysis

SKILL

Reading Comprehension

SKILL

Service Orientation

ABILITY

Near Vision

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Visual Color Discrimination

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Written Comprehension


Job Opportunities

Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators

  • Laser Engraver Needed!
    RASKINS JEWELERS /Awards    Prescott, AZ 86301
     Posted 8 days    

    Looking for a part time person to work in our trophy and awards department. This position is at our store located at 110 w Gurley st Prescott AZ 86301

    Main points

    -Working with coreldraw to design files, awards, nametags and logos

    -Using laser engravers to produce trophies awards and name tags

    -Customer service , interacting with customers and using our Point of sale to create jobs and billing


    Seniority Level

    Entry (student)

    Field of Interest

    Applied Technology

    Employment Type

    Part Time

  • Photographer
    Jessen Associates    Mesa, AZ 85209
     Posted 8 days    

    We’re looking for talented and professional photographers who can capture the magic of weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations. If you have an eye for storytelling, a passion for working with people, and experience shooting live events, we’d love to hear from you!

    What We’re Looking For:
    - Experience in event or wedding photography
    - Knowledge of lighting, composition & camera settings
    - Own professional DSLR/Mirrorless camera & lenses
    - Ability to direct and engage clients for natural, beautiful shots
    - Reliable transportation & flexible availability on weekends
    - Photo editing skills are a plus!


    Seniority Level

    Entry (non-student)

    Employment Type

    Contract

  • Photographer/Sales Associate
    Bella Baby Photography    Gilbert, AZ 85295
     Posted 24 days    

    Job Opportunity: Part-Time Newborn Photographer and Sales Associate

    Are you a confident, customer-focused person with a passion for photography? We’re seeking an enthusiastic Part-Time Newborn Photographer / Sales Associate to join our team! In this role, you’ll photograph and sell newborn photography packages to families in a hospital, creating meaningful experiences for new parents.

    Our Core Values:

    + Serve with Heart and Grace: Kindness and compassion in every interaction.

    + Active and Honest Communication: Clear communication builds trust with families and teammates.

    + Resourceful and Accountable: We take initiative and deliver exceptional experiences.

    What We’re Looking For:

    + Strong communication and sales skills.

    + Ability to engage warmly with families.

    + Previous sales experience and a love for photography are a plus!

    Why This Role?

    You’ll work in a creative environment where your skills will positively impact families during a special time. If you connect well with people and have a knack for sales, we’d love to have you!

    Responsibilities:

    + Schedule and conduct same-day mini-photo sessions (15 minutes each).

    + Pose and handle newborns, editing photos on-site.

    + Present photography packages and close sales.

    + Perform some administrative tasks.

    What You Bring:

    + Strong organizational skills and independence.

    + Experience in sales is a plus.

    + Creativity and a passion for photography.

    + Experience with Adobe Lightroom Classic.

    + Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 20 lbs of equipment.

    Equipment Required:

    + DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with 18 MP or higher (no phone cameras).

    + Laptop with at least 513 GB storage and 16 GB memory.

    + Adobe Lightroom Classic.

    + Speedlite (external flash) * preferred

    Schedule:

    + Start time: 9 AM.

    + Part-time: 2-3 days a week (including one weekend day).

    + Some holidays may be required.

    Compensation Package:

    + Commission: 30% commission on all sales

    + Sales Bonuses: Additional incentives based on performance

    + Tips: You keep 100% of your tips

    + Perks: 401k eligibility, Discounts on travel and entertainment, Hourly pay during training and continuous professional development, increased holiday pay, and equipment reimbursement.

    *We estimate an income of $157 - $488 per week, depending on job performance.

    Who We Are:

    We capture the natural beauty of newborns and their families through professional hospital baby portraiture. Using natural light and top-tier equipment, we create timeless, heartfelt photographs. Check out our work on Instagram:@BellaBabyPhotos.

    Call to Action!

    Ready to join the Bella Baby team?

    Send your cover letter and portfolio to Talent@bellababyphotography.com, and tell us why you're the perfect fit! Share your passion and story—we want to know why we can’t wait to hire you. Show us who you are and what excites you about newborn photography.

    Be sure to follow us on Instagram while you’re at it! And if you'd like, tell us your favorite cookies so we can bake them for your birthday. Don’t worry if you're missing a technical skill or two—if you're as enthusiastic about newborn photography and sales as we are, we'll teach you everything you need to know.

    If you have a camera, a laptop, and a willingness to learn, apply now!

    Note: Hours and days may vary based on business needs. Employment is contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.

    We are proud to be a part of Joy (https://blog.bellababyphotography.com/joy-parenting-club/%20%E2%80%8B) !

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Print Production Operator
    City of Tempe    Tempe AZ 85281, US, AZ 85281
     Posted about 1 year    

    PRINT PRODUCTION OPERATOR

    This recruitment is open until the position is filled.

    Applications will be reviewed every 2 weeks.

    Hourly Salary Range:
    $28.84 - $38.50

    The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
    • Pay Increases occur in July
    • 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
    • Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month
    • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
    • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
    • Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
    • Medical Reimbursement Program; $53/month
    • Tuition Reimbursement; $6,000/year
    • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
    • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

    To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:
    Employee Benefit Summary

    Department / Division:
    Information Technology / Business Solutions

    Job Type:
    Full-Time Regular
    This position is classified as safety sensitive.

    Schedule:
    Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Job Number:
    RC#902017
    DESCRIPTION
    The Print Production Operator provides city departments with high quality, timely, cost effective and value-added print, mail, and surplus property services. The Print Production Operator participates in the operation of the Print Shop to assist customers in achieving their print goals.. The position is responsible for determining the best method, equipment, materials, tools, and software solutions to complete a project.

    Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
    • Manage print, mail and surplus property contracts for presort mail service, express package service, overflow printing services and surplus property services, this includes reviewing monthly billing costs, settlement of billing issues, and approval of monthly billings for payment issuance.
    • Participate in budget preparation, administration and reporting; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendation; submit justifications for budget items; recommend expenditure requests for designed accounts; monitor and control expenditures and budget accounts.
    • Assist customers and suppliers to develop purchases and specifications for procurement actions; order, monitor and maintain inventory, specialty substrates, materials and supplies.
    • Operate high volume black & white and color digital production printers using industry standard printing software for job setting, digital color saturation, and successful execution of batch files turning digital files into paper output.
    • Operate and maintain large format printer, cutter and laminator.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Work Experience:
    Requires two (2) years of experience in print production, operation of computerized reprographic machines, mail center equipment and related equipment.
    Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

    Education:
    Requires the equivalent to an associate degree from an accredited college in Print Technology or degree related to the core functions of this position.
    The term “equivalent” means that directly related work experience exceeding the required work experience will substitute in equal time increments for college-level education, for example: one year of additional directly related work experience will substitute for one year of college education (30 credit hours).
    Certification, Licenses, and/or Registrations:
    • Possession of a valid driver’s license.
    • Possession of or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire, a valid Arizona forklift operator's certificate.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
    Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:
    - Criminal history background investigation
    - Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
    - Post offer/pre-employment physical

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:
    Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

    This position is FLSA Non-Exempt – eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

    Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.


    Seniority Level

    Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)

    Field of Interest

    Government & Public Administration

    Employment Type

    Full Time


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