commercial photographer

Knifewear Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local photography firm is looking for a skilled photographer in Calgary, Alberta. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant experience in photojournalism and commercial photography. Responsibilities include determining picture composition, making technical equipment adjustments, and manipulating photographic images digitally. This position is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is knowledgeable about photography techniques. Benefits include disability coverage, group insurance, and paid time off.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Paramedical services coverage

Bonus

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Fast-paced environment adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Determine picture composition based on assignment requirements.
• Make technical adjustments to equipment.
• Operate computers to manipulate photographic images.
• Study assignment requirements for camera and lighting needs.
• Take pictures of individuals and groups.

Skills

Photojournalism

Commercial photography

Photography

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

• Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• Photojournalism
• Commercial photography
• Photography

Work setting

• Urban area
• Various locations
• Business office

Tasks

• Determine picture composition
• Make technical adjustments to equipment and photograph subjects
• Operate computers to manipulate photographic images
• Operate scanners to transfer photographic images to computers
• Study requirements of a particular assignment and decide on type of camera, film, lighting and background accessories to be used
• Take pictures of individuals, families, groups and public

Computer and technology knowledge

Photographic techniques

• Colour

Photographic experience

• General
• Commercial or press

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)