Photographer in London

A RAF Photographer will capture a wide variety of high‑quality still and video imagery for the RAF, including aerial reconnaissance, public‑relations portraits, engineering and accident investigations, target identification, and training films.

Responsibilities:

• Become the eyes of the RAF, creating high‑quality stills and video imagery during times of peace and also in conflict.
• Gather photographic evidence for engineering, security and accident investigations.
• Print target identification images for aircrew.
• Shoot video training films.
• Use cutting‑edge digital technology to produce stills and video imagery.

Requirements at a Glance:

• Minimum of GCSE grade C/4 or Scottish National 5 grade C in English Language and Mathematics/Application of Mathematics.
• Be aged 16–47 years old (must attest before 48th birthday).
• Meet specific nationality and residency criteria.
• Commit to a minimum of 3 years post‑specialist training.

Training Overview:

• Phase One: Basic Recruit Training – 10 weeks at RAF Halton, Buckinghamshire.
• Phase Two: Specialist Training – 20 weeks at RAF Cosford, Defence School of Photography.
• First Tour – Specialist training ongoing as assigned in a UK Photographic Section.
• Ongoing Training and Career Development – Continuous professional development throughout your career.

Benefits:

• Enjoy subsidised food, travel, accommodation, and free gym access, giving you more disposable income.

Application Process Overview:

• Stage 1: Aptitude Test – Six multiple‑choice sections covering verbal, numerical, work rate, spatial, electrical, and mechanical reasoning.
• Stage 2: Selection Interviews – Discussion of family life, education, interests, training, and the role you’ve applied for.
• Stage 3: Health Assessment – Occupational health screening for hearing, eyesight, BMI, and medical history.
• Stage 4: Fitness Test – Pre‑joining fitness test (2.4 km run) at a local gym.
• Stage 5: Acceptance – Provisional offer of service interview at your nearest AFCO.
• Stage 6: Basic Training – 10‑week course at RAF Halton covering basic recruit training, force protection, field exercise, and graduation.