Content Lead, Photography and Video at Softcom

Job Description
Softcom creates some of Africa’s most cutting-edge software products, and we want you to be a part of our team.

Do you have a passion for lifestyle photography and videography? Enthusiast- no stranger to the world digital imagery? .Do you enjoy working with people of all ages? Then we have the perfect job for you. We are looking for people with photography experience, preferably with lifestyle photography and videography experience. Comfortable using Adobe Creative Cloud software and post-production workflow? Are you confident, got the communication skills to perform and execute studio, lifestyle and action photography with a keen eye for capturing documentary style content.? Lightroom and Photoshop experience is a must have!

If you can answer yes to all of the following, we want to hear from you:

Requirements

• Must know the practical uses of various camera technologies as well as fundamentals of art and composition.
• Demonstrated knowledge of editing techniques and color theory.
• The ability to produce high quality content while in the field and on tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Very detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Willingness to travel when required.
• Ability to prioritize, coordinate and manage internal and external resources while maintaining a team atmosphere.
• Ability to maintain high level of enthusiasm and flexibility.
• Expresses team mentality at all times - “no task too small.”
• Bachelor Degree preferred, equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in studio photography as well as documentary style photography.
• Experience in journalism or marketing with hands-on experience producing content desirable
• An understanding of videography and editing is also highly required.