Sales Associate & Photographer

YMCA; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Holiday Sales Associate & Photographer in Owen Sound, Ontario. This role involves providing exceptional service to guests while creating memorable photo experiences. Applicants should have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and some retail experience is preferred. The position requires a minimum age of 18 and passing a Vulnerable Sector Check. If you enjoy engaging with families and creating lasting memories, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications

• Comfortable greeting and working with families and children.
• Available to attend training.
• Flexibility to work during peak times.

Responsibilities

• Take photos and provide retail service for photo packages and merchandise.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Participate as a team, ensuring operations run effectively.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Positive Attitude

Education

Minimum 18 years old

Job description

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Application Deadline Date: November 01, 2025

As a holiday sales associate & photographer you will be providing guests with amazing service, while creating a magical photo experience.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take photos and provide retail service for photo packages and merchandise
• Provide excellent customer service at all times
• Participate as a team, ensuring operations run effectively
• Engage in a friendly manner to all guests, and coworkers
• Operate POS and photography equipment
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Photography experience not necessary, but considered an asset

WHAT WE WANT

• Positive attitude & strong work ethic
• Team player who is able to work independent
• comfortable greeting and working with families and children
• Professional attire and good hygiene
• Available to attend training
• Flexibility to work during “peak” times

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Previous retail, or cashier experience preferred
• Minimum 18 years old
• Must pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Job Description

As a holiday sales associate & photographer you will be providing guests with amazing service, while creating a magical photo experience.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take photos and provide retail service for photo packages and merchandise
• Provide excellent customer service at all times
• Participate as a team, ensuring operations run effectively
• Engage in a friendly manner to all guests, and coworkers
• Operate POS and photography equipment
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Photography experience not necessary, but considered an asset

WHAT WE WANT

• Positive attitude & strong work ethic
• Team player who is able to work independent
• comfortable greeting and working with families and children
• Good communication skills
• Professional attire and good hygiene
• Available to attend training
• Flexibility to work during “peak” times

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Previous retail, or cashier experience preferred
• Minimum 18 years old
• Must pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

How to Apply

By Email: [e-mail]

Company Description

Black Bat Design is a design studio specializing in photography based in Owen Sound, Ontario. Founder Allison Jones has had works featured in Cine Machina, the Thom Thompson Art Gallery, and works for the Bluewater District School Board taking graduation photos. As photographers, our philosophy during this cherished time goes beyond merely capturing images; it's about weaving tales of joy, nostalgia, and connection through the lens. Our approach to photography is rooted in authenticity. While social media is often adorned with glamour and filters, we believe in capturing moments that reflect genuine emotions and interactions.

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