At a Glance
- Tasks: Capture stunning stills and videos for the RAF, from training films to aerial reconnaissance.
- Company: Join the Royal Air Force, a dynamic and prestigious organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy subsidised food, travel, accommodation, and free gym access.
- Other info: Ongoing training and career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Become the eyes of the RAF and make a real impact with your photography skills.
- Qualifications: GCSE grade C/4 in English and Maths; aged 16-47.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Job Overview
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 (see full details in the Entry Requirements below).
- Commit to a minimum of 3 years post‑specialist training.
Education, Nationality & Residency, Fitness & Health, Background Checks and Disqualifying Factors
Applicants must meet all listed entry requirements. If you do not meet any of the above, you may still apply—please contact us for more information.
- 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.
- Apply Now
Start your application here.
This role is highly competitive; please consider applying to related positions such as People Operations, HR People Specialist, Air & Space Operations, Aviation Data Analyst, and Analysis & Maths.
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