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

SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: N/A

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

• 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.

ABILITIES:

• 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