Photography Assistant

ARL Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Photography Assistant to support the creative process in both studio and location shoots. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about photography who wish to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have experience with photography, proficient in photo-editing software, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a temporary contract with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience or studies in photography or a creative field.
• Confident with photo-editing software (Adobe Photoshop Lightroom or similar).
• Organised, detail-focused, and able to think creatively on the spot.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the photographer with set-up lighting and styling for shoots.
• Helping to create the perfect shot through positioning props.
• Taking an active role in social media sharing and promoting content.
• Editing and retouching images using industry-standard software.

Skills

Photography

Adobe Photoshop

Color Correction

Communication skills

Education

Experience or studies in photography or a creative field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Photography Assistant High Street & Online Retail Giant

Our client is one of the UKs most iconic high-street names and a leading online retailer with over 700 stores worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to work behind the scenes with a British multinational brand renowned for style quality and innovation.

Youll be at the heart of the creative process supporting photoshoots that bring home products to life both in the studio and on location. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for photography who seeks hands‑on experience within a fast-paced creative environment learning from some of the best photographers in the field.

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting the photographer with set‑up lighting and styling for studio and location shoots
• Helping to create the perfect shot through positioning props and equipment support
• Taking an active role in social media sharing and promoting visual content to a wide audience
• Editing and retouching images using industry-standard software to professional standards

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience or studies in photography or a creative field
• Confident with photo‑editing software (Adobe Photoshop Lightroom or similar)
• Organised detail-focused and able to think creatively on the spot
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• A driving licence and own transport would be an advantage (on‑site parking provided)

The details

• Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
• Temporary contract
• 14.28 per hour

Key Skills

Photography, Color Correction, Shot List, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Shoots, YouTube, Camera Movement, Cinematography, Audio Equipment, B‑roll, Camera Operation, Final Cut Pro, Digital Media, Video production, Web Series

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 14 - 14