Job Summary
Responsible for capturing photos and documenting events, with a focus on showcasing the beauty and details of the sport in a professional manner. The photojournalist works closely with editorial and media teams to convey facts and information to the audience in an engaging way.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Photo Capturing: Cover events and activities, capturing photos that reflect the beauty and details of these events.
- Photo Editing: Edit and enhance photos using appropriate software to ensure high-quality results.
- Collaboration with Editorial Team: Work closely with journalists and editors to ensure work coordination and achieve common goals.
- Fieldwork: Travel to different locations to cover live events and ensure comprehensive documentation.
- Equipment Management: Maintain and regularly service photography equipment to ensure it is always ready.
- Archive Management: Organize and maintain photo archives in a way that allows easy access.
- Ethics Compliance: Adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics throughout all stages of photography and publication.
- Source Communication: Build relationships with sources and relevant parties to ensure comprehensive event coverage.
- Work Method Development: Stay updated with the latest photography techniques and apply them to improve work quality.
- Reporting: Submit regular reports to management about completed activities and achieved results.
Required Job Skills
- Advanced Photography Skills: Ability to capture professional photos that clearly convey the message.
- Photo Editing: Skilled in using photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with the editorial team and external parties.
- Time Management: Ability to organize time and meet deadlines under pressure.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work in unexpected conditions and unconventional hours.
- Work Ethics: Commitment to the highest standards of journalistic ethics.
- Innovation and Creativity: Ability to bring creative ideas to enhance journalistic coverage.
- Technology Adaptation: Familiarity with the latest techniques in photojournalism and the ability to apply them.
- Archive Management: Skill in organizing and maintaining photos for easy access.
- Ability to Work Under Pressure: Capable of working in fast-paced, changing situations and responding effectively.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Photography, Media, or a related field.
- Experience: 2 years of practical experience in photojournalism or a similar field.
- English Language: Intermediate level.
- Certification: Professional certification in photojournalism or photo editing.