At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning portraits and capture unforgettable moments for guests onboard.
- Company: Join a premium photography studio with a focus on guest experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a unique work environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a 6/2 rotation with time off to recharge and explore.
- Why this job: Combine your passion for photography with exciting travel adventures.
- Qualifications: 2-3 years of studio photography experience and a strong portfolio.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
The Master Studio Photographer is responsible for creating high-quality portrait photography experiences for guests onboard, capturing memorable moments through professional studio sessions and special events. This role uses advanced photography, lighting, posing, and image-editing techniques to produce premium portraits that exceed guest expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the PhotoStudio program, reporting to the onboard Photo Manager.
- Deliver a premium, by-appointment photography program that elevates the guest experience through a combination of high-end studio and walk-around photo sessions onboard.
- Perform portrait photography in the Photo Studio and on location during walk-around sessions.
- Provide a unique and memorable guest experience by interacting with every guest, observing and identifying preferences, adjusting service accordingly, anticipating guests’ needs, and engaging in conversation while always showing genuine interest.
- Conduct viewing and sales sessions with all clients.
- Sell photo images and packages in line with pricing guidelines provided by the department to achieve budgeted sales targets each voyage, using effective sales techniques.
- Work with the Photo team to drive bookings.
- Manage the scheduling of sessions throughout the voyage with the goal of increasing sales.
- Conduct photo sessions following the predetermined look, style, and feel of the entire photo program and in line with training.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
- Prior experience working regularly with lighting equipment, including strobes, soft boxes, umbrellas, and flash attachments.
- Prior experience working regularly with camera equipment, including digital cameras, tripods, and lenses.
- Prior experience working regularly with photography equipment, including backdrops and props.
- Prior experience working regularly with post-production software, including Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or equivalent.
- Solid interpersonal skills, with the ability to make subjects feel relaxed and interact with people of all ages and backgrounds, including young children.
- Solid communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, easy-to-understand instructions to subjects being photographed.
- Outstanding social skills and the ability to deliver outstanding service to guests with a friendly and professional demeanor.
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience in studio photography.
- Experience as a cruise ship photographer.
- Candidates are required to provide a portfolio.
- Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written.
Strongly Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in Photography or equivalent.
Contract Details:
- 6/2 rotation: continual rotations of 6 months onboard followed by 2 months of vacation.
- Shared cabin with private bathroom facilities.
Master Photographer (Premium Studio Photographer) employer: Cruise Academy
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