Event Photographer

Event Photographer

The SMASH! Marketing department is looking for Event Photographers where you’ll work hand in hand with the Photography Coordinator and team. As an Event Photographer you will be responsible for providing high-quality images for print and digital channels, primarily working at the main event (SMASH! weekend) and affiliated events throughout the year.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, well spoken, highly organised, works well under a high pressure environment, has excellent time arrangement and a team player, with a strong passion for event photography, visual storytelling and customer service.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Working independently and in teams to photograph the scenes, activities and people at Set-up day, SMASH! weekend and other affiliated events
  • Coordinating with the Photography Coordinator and team to ensure all areas of the SMASH! weekend are covered.
  • Curating, editing, organising and delivering your final images to the Photography Coordinator
  • Various other responsibilities relating to photography

To be considered for the role, you must:

  • Reside in Sydney, Australia
  • High Proficiency in written English and a clear and friendly writing style are essential.
  • Require availability for team meetings, both workshop and training days, networking events, set up day and both days of the convention
  • Easily contactable via Email & Mobile phone
  • Passion for visual storytelling and photography with knowledge and previous experience of the creative process
  • Have a photography portfolio with 10 selected examples of your best work
  • Proficiency and equipped with your own DSLR camera and related gear, e.g. fast lenses, speedlight, tripod, laptop, etc
  • Proficiency with photo-editing and imaging software, e.g. Photoshop, Lightroom
  • Confident and engaging customer service skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work with others toward similar goals
  • Good time management and ability to work under pressure

Desirable:

  • A creative, fun and curious mind
  • Previous volunteer or customer service experience is desired, but not essential.
  • Studying photography or visual communication
  • Previous experience with event or convention photography
  • Have your own USB3 1tb+ portable HDD
  • Familiarity with general convention etiquette

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