JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent is required to provide photography services for the Ministry/Department/Agency. Duties include using various photographic equipment and software to capture high-quality photographs that document government operations, events, and initiatives.
REPORTS TO: | Head —Communications or designated officer
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides photography services for the Ministry/Department/Agency’s events and initiatives.
- Takes pictures of subjects using cameras and oversees the editing and processing of images in digital or print format.
- Takes professional headshots.
- Archives photographic images and maintains database.
- Manages photography sessions.
- Uses and maintains modern and traditional technical equipment (cameras, lenses etc.)
- Assembles and sets up a range of technical tools and equipment used in photography, such as cameras, lenses, camera stands, lighting equipment, and backdrops.
- Works collaboratively with multimedia professionals to produce a combination of photos, videos, and sounds.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of recent digital and film photography techniques and adjusts accordingly to industry changes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Sound understanding of photography best practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of photo editing software, for example, Photoshop, Capture One or other photography-specific software.
- Knowledge of the production process for online publishing and various printing applications.
- Proficiency with the use of camera equipment.
- Photography etiquette for corporate-style events.
- Proven professional shooting experience.
- Proficiency with traditional and modern equipment.
- Shooting, lighting, and printing skills.
- Competency in applying photographic best practices and techniques.
- Photojournalistic approach to taking images.
- Ability to take candid shots.
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks.
- Ability to produce excellent quality images in any environment.
- Ability to use different types of photography lenses.
- Ability to take professional headshots.
- Ability to work with other professionals in related fields.
- Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in providing photography services for corporate events.
- 5 CSEC O’Level passes.
- Technical Vocational Training in Photography as evidenced by a Certificate from a recognized institute.
- Any suitable combination of experience and training.