Rafting Photographer - Summer 2026
POWDRLocation: Bend, Oregon
Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.
This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!
Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
Free and discounted friends & family day passes
Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
Employee housing program
401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
Discounted onsite daycare
Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts
Position Summary
The photographer’s primary function is to take photos of guests on the Big Eddy (Upper Deschutes) and get them prepared for viewing at the sales locations. Additionally, they assist with equipment, training, processing, and guest service issues relating to photographs.
Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities
Take pictures according to established practices.
Upload photos for viewing at sales locations.
Assist with photo processing.
Ensure equipment is organized and kept in excellent working order.
Train staff in photography practices used at Sun Country tours.
Secondary Function
Clean the shop area.
Assist with equipment pre- and post-trip.
Provide input on areas for improvement.
Drive guests and staff as needed.
Interpersonal Contacts
Applicants must be able to work in a group environment both within the department and also the company as a whole. The photographer must have strong guest service and communication skills in order to develop a relationship with guests and co-workers.
Specific Job Skills
License/Certifications: Valid driver’s license and, in some instances, a CDL if appropriate for designated vehicles.
Technical: Basic knowledge of the vehicle for inspection and reporting.
Physical Capabilities: Can be outside in all conditions. Must be physically capable of assisting guides and other staff with equipment.
Education/Related Experience
Minimum Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum Age: 21+
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Such accommodations require an interactive discussion with the Human Resources Department before such accommodations can be made.
While performing the duties of this role, the employee will be required to bend, reach, climb, lift over 50 pounds, push, pull, utilize hand/eye coordination, visually concentrate on equipment, and be exposed to outdoor conditions.
Current Hiring Rate: $17.50/hr (Depending on Certifications)
Minimum Age Required: 21+
Come Work Where You Play!
Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.