Senior Photographer

Princess Cruises; New York (NY); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Company-paid travel

Recreation and welfare programs

Learning and development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A leading cruise line seeks a Senior Photographer responsible for creating unique photo memories at sea. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of studio photography experience and must be fluent in English. Join a company that values growth, offers competitive benefits, and allows travel to exciting destinations while fulfilling your passions. Prepare for an adventurous career with excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum two to three years of experience in studio photography.
• Candidates will be required to provide their portfolio.
• Must be prepared to live and work on a cruise vessel for 6-month contracts.

Responsibilities

• Create unique photo memories at sea in alignment with brand strategy.
• Ensure financial performance is met and achieve budgeted sales.
• Execute marketing strategies and maintain product quality at photo events.

Skills

Studio photography experience

Cruise ship photography experience

Interpersonal skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Outstanding social skills

Motivation

Professional relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in photography

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Lighting equipment

Camera equipment

Job description

Senior Photographer

Department: Photo

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Global

Description

By applying to this position, your application will be submitted to Princess Cruises' internal Talent Acquisition team and will be reviewed by a professional recruiter who will contact you soon if your qualifications meet our requirements for this position. As the world's leading cruise line, our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high expectations of our team members. We appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate.

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.

An iconic brand beloved by millions, we love people who love what they do and work together to help our guests create a lifetime of wonderful memories while providing friendly, attentive and authentic service like only Princess can.

As a member of the Princess Family, you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited opportunities for growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.

Key Responsibilities

• The Senior Photographer in the Photo Department is responsible for creating unique photo memories at sea, in alignment with the company's brand strategy and commitment to excellent customer service.
• The Senior Photographer is responsible for ensuring financial performance is met, which involves consistently achieving budgeted sales, image count, and sell-through targets for each voyage. Additionally, they are expected to explain products to passengers and use effective sales techniques. The senior photographer is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction, creating a positive first impression for every passenger. They engage with passengers, observe their preferences, and make adjustments to the service as needed.
• The Senior Photographer is responsible for executing marketing strategies, events, visual directives, and price changes in accordance with the relevant signage and advertising. They have a thorough understanding of the Princess product range and photo-video operations, ensure merchandise is restocked daily, and produce images that are correctly exposed, focused, and printed. They promptly communicate any issues regarding product quality or stock levels to the management team.
• The Senior Photographer also participates in training and staff meetings, demonstrating leadership to the Photo-Video team, and participating in required Princess U courses. They ensure image count targets and quality are achieved at every photographic event, perform all Photo-Video inventories, organise and maintain secure stockrooms, lockers, and storage areas, take accountability for protecting issued equipment and Company assets, resolve technical issues, and demonstrate accurate knowledge of Photo Lab opening and closing procedures.
• In accordance with operational requirements, the Senior Photographer may also be tasked with the role of Master Photographer (Premium Studio Photographer). This position entails responsibility for the PhotoStudio programme, a premium by-appointment photography programme on Princess Cruises luxury vessels. Their duties include portrait photography, conducting viewing and sales sessions, and selling photo images and packages. They work with the photo team to drive bookings and manage session scheduling. They use post-production software to enhance images and maintain a clean, well‑organised studio. They also work with the on‑board photo manager to achieve budgeted sales targets.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum two to three years of experience in studio photography.
• Experience as a cruise ship photographer preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in photography or equivalent (Preferred).
• Prior experience working regularly with the following equipment:

• Lighting equipment (strobes, soft boxes, umbrellas, flash attachments)
• Camera equipment (digital cameras, tripods, lenses)
• Photography equipment (backdrops, props)
• Postproduction software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom etc.)

• Solid interpersonal skills to make subjects feel relaxed and interact with people of all ages and walks of life, including young children.
• Solid communication skills to relay clear, easy‑to‑understand instructions to subjects being photographed.
• Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written. (Required & Critical)
• Outstanding social skills and the ability to deliver outstanding service to our guests with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
• Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.
• Candidates will be required to provide their portfolio.
• Must be prepared to live and work on a cruise vessel for 6-month contracts.

Job Benefits

Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary package.
• Your comfortable double cabin – your space to relax and recharge.
• Company‑paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
• A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well‑being and work‑life balance.
• Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
• The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us and become part of a global team that’s passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences—both for our guests and for one another.