Photography Services
University Marketing and Communication handles the photography needs for major university events (excluding Athletics) and the Office of the Chancellor. These events include the following:
- Graduation ceremonies (December and May)
- Academic Honors
- Strategic photoshoots (to capture assets for recruitment purposes)
Our office is unable to coordinate photography for any other event. You will need to book and pay for a freelance photographer (see recommendations below) or use your smartphone to capture your event (see tips for taking great photos), which is ideal for use on social media platforms.
University Marketing and Communication is not responsible for any charges billed by off-campus photographers for the use of their photographs or charges for any stock photography. Suppose you use the work of an outside photographer, copyrighted photographs, or other copyrighted art in your publication or on your website. In that case, you, as the client, must pay for it.
Also, be aware that guests or minors not enrolled at the university should sign a release form. It is recommended that a sign be posted at events informing attendees that they are being photographed.
Freelance Photographers
These suppliers are registered with our PeopleSoft accounting software and may be paid from an invoice directed to your department.
Scott Webster, Webster Photography
websterphotography1@gmail.com
803-599-9940
Bill Richert, Richert-Burke Photography
billrichertsc@gmail.com
Sarah Massey
masseyfilmworks@gmail.com
(803) 257-0180
Please note that we do not provide photographic services for organizations external to the university.
Photo Release Policy
As a public university, USCA often uses photographic and electronic images of public campus life, events, ceremonies, and other activities to advance the institution's mission. By visiting, registering at, or being employed by USCA and being present in public settings, you authorize the use and reproduction by the university, or anyone authorized by the university, of any photographs taken while at USCA without compensation. All photo files are university property, solely and completely.
Use of University Photography
All photographs taken with the consent of University Marketing and Communication staff are the property of USCA and are available for non-commercial use by university students, faculty, and staff, and with prior approval, off-campus media outlets and publications.
Photo Resources
The marketing department utilizes a digital asset management (DAM) platform. This online photo collection includes a wide range of images, such as campus scenes, university buildings, events, and classroom and laboratory environments. Images may be downloaded for free to use on the web or in reports and presentations. To access the DAM, visit www.pickit.com. You'll need your university network credentials to log in with your Microsoft account.