Photographer at Tempest Military
Location: Pirbright, Surrey
The Role
An exciting opportunity to assist a small team of professional photographers in the Pirbright/Sandhurst area. We are looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Photographer to provide support to our photography team at the Army Training Centre (ATC) Pirbright and the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS). A key aspect of this role will involve recording information and orders directly after the photograph is taken. The accuracy of this recorded information is paramount, as these details will be featured on the finished presentations.
Responsibilities
- Portraits and groups on location
- Studio photography, ranging from children all the way through to grandparents
- Face-to-face sales at various locations within the UK
- Assistance with production
- General administrative duties – articulacy, arithmetic, writing & computer skills are essential
- Creating bespoke artwork using Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Training
Training will be provided on all aspects of the job including studio and location photography.
The Company
Tempest Photography (H. Tempest Ltd) is a family-owned business specialising in portrait and group photographs for the education sector – schools and universities – and not forgetting the UK's uniformed services. The company's head office and production facility is based near the picturesque town of St Ives in Cornwall, and is staffed by up to 200 employees. In addition, the company employs around 250 photographers throughout the UK. Our work for the military market is largely conducted via our permanent satellite offices in Surrey.
Essential Attributes
- Experience with photography
- Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Adobe design software such as Illustrator and Photoshop)
- Good communication skills for dealing with public and military personnel
- Flexibility in working times – early starts/late finishes are necessary during term-time
- Good standard of basic fitness – physical work involved when carrying photographic equipment, delivering framed photographs and assisting with erecting & dismantling our pyramid staging
- Full clean UK driving licence
Requirements
All shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo a DBS check prior to employment (or provide verifiable details of any previous such checks undertaken) plus a basic security check and must also provide two referees.
Benefits
- Starting salary: £25,000
- Working with a dedicated team of professional photographers based in a historic military establishment
- Bonus scheme linked to the gross turnover of Tempest Military UK & Overseas
Application Deadline
Deadline for applications: 31st July. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Photographer To Tempest Military in Woking employer: H Tempest
H Tempest is an exceptional employer that values creativity and customer service, providing a supportive environment for photographers to thrive. With comprehensive training, competitive salary packages, and benefits such as a company vehicle and pension scheme, employees can grow their skills while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance in the vibrant community of Lincolnshire. Join us to make lasting memories while developing your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
