Ministry of Defence
Port of Spain
Job Description
<div>The incumbent is required to provide photography services for the Ministry/Department/Agency. Duties include&nbsp;<span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">using various photographic equipment and software to capture high-quality photographs that document&nbsp;</span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.4px;">government operations, events, and initiatives.</span></div><div><br></div>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<ul><li>Provides photography services for the Ministry/Department/Agency's events and initiatives.</li><li>Takes pictures of subjects using cameras and oversees the editing and processing of images in digital or print format.</li><li>Takes professional headshots.</li><li>Archives photographic images and maintains database.</li><li>Manages photography sessions.</li><li>Uses and maintains modern and traditional technical equipment (cameras, lenses etc.)</li><li>Assembles and sets up a range of technical tools and equipment used in photography, such as cameras, lenses, camera stands, lighting equipment, and backdrops.</li><li>Works collaboratively with multimedia professionals to produce a combination of photos, videos, and sounds.</li><li>Maintains up-to-date knowledge of recent digital and film photography techniques and adjusts accordingly to industry changes.</li></ul>
Key Competencies
<ul><li>Sound understanding of photography best practices and procedures.</li><li>Knowledge of photo editing software, for example, Photoshop, Capture One or other photography-specific software.</li><li>Knowledge of the production process for online publishing and various printing applications.</li><li>Proficiency with the use of camera equipment.</li><li>Photography etiquette for corporate-style events.</li><li>Proven professional shooting experience.</li><li>Proficiency with traditional and modern equipment.</li><li>Shooting, lighting, and printing skills.</li><li>Competency in applying photographic best practices and techniques.</li><li>Photojournalistic approach to taking images.</li><li>Ability to take candid shots.</li><li>Ability to juggle multiple tasks.</li><li>Ability to produce excellent quality images in any environment.</li><li>Ability to use different types of photography lenses.</li><li>Ability to take professional headshots.</li><li>Ability to work with other professionals in related fields.</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li></ul>