Photographer

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Organisation
Institute of Jamaica
Reference
VAC-66247
Contract Type
Temporary
Industries
Media & Corporate Communications
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$4,266,270 - $5,737,658 per annum
Date Posted
05/10/2026
Expiry Date
16/10/2026
To photograph digitally activities, events and artifacts/objects from the National Collection in a manner that facilitates archiving.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

  • Performs photographic shoots in-house and off-site
  • Ensures proper lighting for studio work
  • Ensures the proper handling, storage and care of all photographic equipment
  • Photographs and maintains database of staff members
  • Digitizes photographic hardcopy collection as agreed
  • Chooses appropriate software for storage of photographic collection
  • Catalogues/captions each photograph to ensure accuracy of records
  • Burns CDs of various photographic shoots as required
  • Prepares requisitions for photographic material
  • Recommends/advises on the purchase of photographic equipment e.g. cameras, lighting and scanner.
  • Makes reprints/enlargements from negatives as requested.

 

Technical Competencies

  • Use of Technology
  • Knowledge of Chemistry and chemical processes associated with photography.
  • Awareness of Jamaican history and culture.

 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

  • Expected to work outdoors
  • Expected to work beyond the normal working hours, holiday or week-ends.
  • Expected to travel outside of Kingston and St. Andrew.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Four (4) CXC or GCE subjects including Mathematics or Accounts and English Language
  • Diploma in Photography and/or Videography
  • Two (2) years’ experience 
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