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Shifts:

• Shift 1: 8:45 AM – 11:30 PM
• Shift 2: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Each shift requires:

• 3 photographers
• 3 photo assistants
• 2 check-in staff member

Volunteer Roles

Check-In Staff

• Greet each resident and confirm their name on the sign-up sheet provided by The Farms.
• Create an index “shoot card” to identify the resident’s images.
• Escort the resident and the shoot card to a photo assistant.

Photo Assistant

• Escort the resident to one of the three photo stations.
• Ensure the resident is ready for photography (final looks).
• Make sure the shoot card is photographed before the portrait session begins so images can be matched to the correct resident.
• Direct the resident through three poses: left, right, and straight ahead.
• Escort the resident from the station once the photographer is finished.

Photographers

• Three photo stations will be set up the with Godox/Flashpoint strobes and backgrounds.
• Each photographer will receive an SD card at the start of their shift and will be switched out periodically during the shift. 
• Flash triggers for Canon and Nikon will be available; photographers may bring their own Godox/Flashpoint trigger if preferred.
• Camera settings will be provided to ensure a consistent look across all portraits.
• Lens used can be a prime at 85mm or a zoom that can be set to 85mm.
• Each resident is scheduled for approximately 10 minutes.
• The assistant will bring each resident to the station and present the shoot card before the first frame.

How to Volunteer

If you would like to volunteer for one of the positions above, please click the Volunteer button on this page and select your preferred role and shift.