Cruise ship photographer

Advert: Exceptional photographers wanted for world travel. The Ship’s Photographer is looking for experienced Photographers and Videographers to work as part of our photo teams on board P&O Cruises and Cunard cruise lines. A good understanding of DSLRs is desirable, along with a proven track record in a retail / sales environment. Our ships offer travel experiences all around the world in a fun, fast paced, five star photographic environment, working with like-minded professionals.

Contracts range from two to eight months (depending on assignment), with the opportunity to gain professional BIPP accreditation while on board.

Job Descriptions: Photographer: Working as part of the photography team, you should be proactive, customer focused and always striving to improve. Duties include capturing and retailing professional quality images and associated products to enhance the holiday experience of our cruise passengers, while maximizing photo revenue opportunities.  

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma, A Level, HND, professional accreditation, BA(Hons), BSc(Hons) or equivalent in Photography.
• And / Or 1 year of industry experience (2 years for manager).
• Fit & Healthy (emergency duty responsibilities).
• Fluent in English (knowledge of German desirable).
• If selected for an interview must be available to attend face to face in Southampton UK or Sydney Australia.

Salary & Benefits:

• Photographer basic wage - £600 (pcm) plus commission
• Free meals and accommodation • (Photographer - twin en-suite shared) (Manager - single en-suite)
• International travel • Develop skills in Wedding, Portrait and Activity Photography
• Develop skills in video, DVD editing and mini-lab printing.
• Potential for fast track progression • Use of passenger & crew facilities
• Crew discount for on board purchases.
• Gain professional photography accreditation