Winter 2019/2020 Seasonal Position
VIDEOGRAPHER/PHOTOGRAPHER
Want to have the best job in a ski resort? Are you passionate about video production, photography, people, and the snow? Do have a can- do attitude and want to expand your portfolio? Love sharing your life through images on social media?
We are seeking an experienced amateur or professional videographer / photographer to join our marketing team in Niseko, Japan, for this winter
You will be responsible for coordinating and taking the images & video required for our various brands throughout the winter. There are a solid mix of on and off snow photography projects you will be involved in that help to truly capture the magic of winter in Niseko.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working within the Marketing Department
- Coordinating and capturing video & images required throughout the season
- Working as a key part of the Niseko.com Magazine team as primary photographer
- Strong post production skills using Adobe PS, Ai, LR, PP
- Efficient editing and re-touching
- Daily photos of the resort, town, snow, people & staff
- On snow action videography & photography
- Ski School videography & photography
- Event videography & photography
- Internal/ External videography & images of accommodations
- Staff photo-shoots
- Marketing photo-shoots
- Product photo shoots
- Loading images to social media
- Compiling time lapse videos
- Some videography and editing required
- Managing the sorting and categorizing Cataloging of images
- Managing Online photo management
- Completing full shot list
- Production of end of season staff video
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/ TRAINING
- Previous video & photography experience as a passionate amateur or professional
- Some tertiary education in photography, editing, multi- media, marketing
- On snow action photography
- Architectural photography
- Working with kids
- International Drivers License
- Sport or lifestyle photography
- Knowledge of social media platforms
- Knowledge of photo storing systems such as Zenfolio
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
- Energetic, confident & a can- do attitude
- Exceptional guest service skills
- Genuine passion for video production & photography
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Mature, flexible approach with the ability to adapt to any situation
- Reliable, very organised and well presented
- Ability to work long hours and multi task
- Show initiative, with ability to think on your feet
- Easily adaptable to changing situations
VISA REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be eligible for Working Holiday Visa
- OR have a degree in Photography, Video, Multi – Media, IT with at least 3 years experience in a related field
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- English is a MUST
- Japanese/ Chinese/ English bilingual applicants are preferred, but not necessary.
SKI/ SNOWBOARD ABILITY:
Applicants MUST be an experienced Skier/Snowboarder as the position requires on piste and off piste action snowsports photography.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE:
Approx 240,000 - 260,000 JPY per month depending on experience and equipment
Plus free Grand Hirafu Season Lift pass
Subsidised staff accommodation available
EMPLOYMENT DATES:
November 2019- April 2020
WORKING HOURS:
5-6 x days per week on a varying roster based on needs, snow conditions and time of season. Average of 40- 45 hours per week.