Photographer

About Children’s Crimea

Children’s Crimea is a child-focused organization dedicated to providing meaningful and engaging experiences for children and families. Emphasizing creativity, education, and emotional well-being, the organization uses visual storytelling to capture significant moments in children’s lives. The team collaborates across various disciplines to deliver high-quality programs, events, and services that promote child development. Working here offers the chance to contribute to impactful projects within a supportive and mission-driven team.

Role Overview

The Photographer position is a full-time, on-site role based in Cork. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, capturing, and editing high-quality photographs that document children's activities, events, and daily moments in a respectful and safe manner. Daily responsibilities include setting up lighting and equipment, coordinating schedules with staff, and producing images aligned with the organization's values and visual identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute photo shoots with attention to lighting, composition, and camera operation.
• Capture candid and posed photographs that reflect the organization's ethos and visual style.
• Perform post-production tasks such as selecting, retouching, and organizing photographs for both digital and print applications.
• Collaborate closely with program and marketing teams to support campaigns, social media, and promotional efforts.
• Maintain photography equipment in good condition and readiness.
• Adhere strictly to child safeguarding, consent, and privacy policies.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance storytelling through visuals.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficient technical photography skills, including camera handling, lighting setup, and composition.
• Experience with photo editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Ability to manage dynamic photo shoots, particularly involving children and families.
• Strong sense of visual storytelling and understanding of branding consistency.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for working with diverse groups and multidisciplinary teams.
• Professionalism, reliability, and adherence to safeguarding and privacy standards related to children.
• Organizational skills including effective image cataloging, file management, and meeting deadlines.
• Previous experience photographing children’s events, schools, or community programs is advantageous.
• A relevant qualification in photography, visual arts, media, or equivalent professional experience.