Remote Food Stylist & Photographer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote contract

Flexible schedule

High-profile projects

Portfolio growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and experienced Remote Food Stylist & Photographer to craft appetizing food imagery from a home workspace. You will style, shoot, and edit food for photography and video projects, collaborating with art directors and clients to achieve compelling visuals.

The ideal candidate has a keen eye for presentation, proficiency with professional gear, and the ability to work independently to deliver high-quality assets for online platforms and marketing materials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Food Stylist and/or Food Photographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant work.
• Expertise in food preparation techniques for visual presentation.
• Proficiency with professional photographic equipment and lighting.
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent understanding of current food trends and aesthetics.
• Ability to work creatively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute food styling for photography and videography projects, ensuring visual appeal and adherence to briefs.
• Prepare and cook food items as needed for styling and shooting purposes, ensuring freshness and presentation.
• Source props, backgrounds, and garnishes to complement the food and enhance the overall visual narrative.
• Collaborate with art directors, photographers, and clients to achieve desired aesthetic outcomes.
• Perform basic photography and videography tasks, ensuring high-quality images and clips are captured.
• Manage and maintain a well-organized inventory of styling equipment and food supplies.
• Stay updated on current food styling trends, techniques, and visual styles in the industry.
• Ensure all styling and shooting environments meet health and safety standards.
• Edit photos and videos to produce final, polished assets ready for publication.

Skills

Food styling

Food photography

Props sourcing

Color theory

Remote collaboration

Deadline-driven

Tools

Photography equipment

Lighting equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic digital media company focused on food and lifestyle content, is seeking a talented Remote Food Stylist & Photographer. This is a unique opportunity for a creative professional to contribute visually stunning imagery and expertly styled food from their own remote workspace. You will be responsible for styling food for photography and video shoots, ensuring it looks appetizing and appealing according to project briefs and brand aesthetics. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a deep understanding of food presentation, and proficiency in photographic techniques. This role demands creativity, meticulousness, and the ability to work independently to produce exceptional visual content for various online platforms and marketing materials. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to showcase your talent from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute food styling for photography and videography projects, ensuring visual appeal and adherence to briefs.
• Prepare and cook food items as needed for styling and shooting purposes, ensuring freshness and presentation.
• Source props, backgrounds, and garnishes to complement the food and enhance the overall visual narrative.
• Collaborate with art directors, photographers, and clients to achieve desired aesthetic outcomes.
• Perform basic photography and videography tasks, ensuring high-quality images and clips are captured.
• Manage and maintain a well-organized inventory of styling equipment and food supplies.
• Stay updated on current food styling trends, techniques, and visual styles in the industry.
• Ensure all styling and shooting environments meet health and safety standards.
• Edit photos and videos to produce final, polished assets ready for publication.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Food Stylist and/or Food Photographer, with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant work.
• Expertise in food preparation techniques for visual presentation.
• Proficiency with professional photographic equipment and lighting.
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent understanding of current food trends and aesthetics.
• Ability to work creatively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Access to a well-equipped kitchen space and necessary styling tools for remote work is essential.

Benefits

• Fully remote contract position offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects with a reputable company.
• Competitive compensation based on project scope and experience.
• Showcase your creative talent on a national or international scale.
• Work on diverse and exciting food-related content.
• Build your portfolio with professional, high-impact visuals.