Associate Photographer

Role summary

Responsible for producing high quality, professional images, using a variety of photographic and video techniques, formats, equipment and related software to support specific projects in the organization's marketing efforts. These still and moving images may be deployed in a variety of ways in support of catalog, web, trade show, corporate materials, sales collateral, and miscellaneous other uses and projects. Ensures that images, while retaining their individual artistic character, are consistent with the graphics strategy and standards of the organization. Responsible for ensuring that equipment is well maintained and available when required. Works closely with other staff in the creative area during shoots to ensure that the images obtained meet the specific requirements of the project, from a quality, angle of view, and quantity perspective. Ensures that all the ancillary lighting and other equipment is appropriately set up to capture quality images required. Also operates image management equipment and software to ensure that any image imperfections are addressed prior to use. In addition to studio based work, may have to travel on a periodic basis to various locations to shoot images. Requires a degree in photographic arts or equivalent qualification, a creative sensibility and experience of photography and lighting in a large complex corporate environment.

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