Photographers

• Learn how to use your camera. It is an amazing, and sometimes complicated, piece of machinery. The more you understand it, the more you’ll be able to take the pictures you want to take. • Understand how to check out and return your camera. It is provided by Blue Valley for you to use. It is your responsibility at all times. Sign the camera/equipment contract. Purchase a memory card (and possibly an extra). Know how to keep your camera charged. • Learn about the various lenses and which are best for varied situations. • Each photographer is expected to attend and shoot six events during the first semester and four during the second semester. • Download the Trello app to sign up for events and get details. • Learn and apply Tips for taking photos of varied events. • Learn and understand how to use the Google Drive File

Stream to store, organize and edit photos (with Adobe

Photoshop and Lightroom). • Participate fully and happily in class lessons and activities. Photographers spend time outside of class to attend events, but class time is where the get and stay organized and learn how to get better. NEVER plan to do homework or study for a test during yearbook class. Assume we’ll be working on learning a new skill or technique or organizing, etc…

Beyond the roles of designers and photographers, yearbook staffers can also apply for leadership positions. Yearbook enjoys a respected reputation at BV West, in the community and on a resume. Assuming a leadership role comes with great responsibility requiring elevated skill and dedication. The leadership roles require applicants to provide additional information.

Applicants for Editor in Chief must also attend an interview. The interview will be conducted by a panel including the former Editors in Chief, the adviser and adults interested in the success of the program.