Photographer Job Vacancy At Jonsson Workwear – South Africa

Jonsson Workwear boasts its own in-house Marketing team responsible for creating and delivering inspiring, meaningful and informative content around our brand.  

The Photographer is responsible for overseeing the photographic portfolio visually communicating, showcasing, and interpreting the brand through Print and Digital Media, and photography.

The main responsibilities of the role include:

Immerse yourself in the business and develop, execute, and deliver the company’s images for all product and brand marketing.

Maintain an in-depth understanding of the Jonsson Workwear product range, as well as keep up to date with garment specifications and improvements.

Foster strong communication with all areas of the business and maintain a good relationship with suppliers.

Scout for models, locations and be able to put people at ease to ensure they are comfortable in front of the camera.

Use your experience in product photography to style garments and adjust lighting for a variety of reflective fabrics, trims, and accessories.

Style products for creative flat lays.

Produce and replicate studio lighting set-ups quickly and efficiently.

Maintain an organised and concise library of all Jonsson Workwear photography.

Edit, retouch, and allocate different formats & sizing on images where necessary.

The experience we’re looking for:

Preferably 3-5 years’ experience in photography and design.

Degree or Diploma in Photography.

Higher qualification in graphic design / desktop publishing.

Experience in product and lifestyle photography.

Experience in using studio flash heads – Elinchrom, Broncolour and Profoto.

Highly skilled at using both ambient & studio flash photography.

Use of Nikon/Canon Professional DSLR systems.

Must own a suitable camera, tripod, as well as a suitable selection of lenses for both product and lifestyle photography.

Advanced knowledge on Adobe Creative Suite.

Deep etching experience.

Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel.

The type of personality that will excel:   

A dynamic individual with a strong creative flair along with a great sense of design and attention to detail. 

Strong organisational and project management.

Able to work in a fast-paced workplace, adhering to deadlines and quick turnaround times through effective personal time-management.

Is a great people’s person, and works well within a team.

Responsive and open to constructive feedback.

Must understand brand identity and be able to work within the boundaries of a brand. 

In line with Jonsson Workwear’s commitment to employment equity, applications from candidates from designated groups, as well as candidates with disabilities, are encouraged.

Closing Date: NOT SPECIFIED