Photographer (Japanese Speaking) - MMC

By applying to this position, your application will be submitted to Magsaysay, one of Princess Cruises' official Hiring Partners based in The Philippines.

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.

Key Responsibilities

• Thoroughly understand the Princess photo product, Photo operations, and services.
• Work as part of a team of Photographers attending events during cruise voyages to capture images of guests in a variety of locations.
• Consistently produce a high volume of correctly composed, posed, exposed, and focused images, meeting company standards at all times.
• Continually strive to achieve maximum possible image capture rates and sell-through targets for each event on every voyage.
• Engage with all guests in a friendly and polite manner to encourage them to have their photos taken.
• Assist with obtaining bookings for the PhotoStudio program.
• Work in the photo gallery or photo shop, assisting guests with their photo purchases and suggesting up-sell and add-on items.
• Ensure merchandise is restocked daily and neatly presented on the selling floor.
• Promptly communicate issues regarding product quality and stock levels to management.
• Organize and maintain secure, safe, and clean stockrooms, lockers, and storage areas.
• Respond immediately to any service issues, escalating to management as appropriate.
• Take accountability for protecting issued equipment and company assets.
• Ensure equipment is always used and maintained properly.
• Dress in correct and complete company issued uniform at all times.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience as a cruise photographer highly desirable.
• Degree in photography preferred.
• Hands-on experience in professional photography is preferred.
• A website or online portfolio that showcases the candidate's work is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of event, portrait or wedding photography experience.
• Demonstrated experience using professional-grade DSLR equipment and accessories.
• Demonstrated experience with studio lighting equipment, light meters and accessories preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Windows or Mac-based computer skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or similar types of programs.
• Photo Equipment: Nikon DSLR systems, Nikon Flash Systems, Hensel & Godox Studio Flash Systems, and related accessories.
• Effective communication is critical in this job.
• Fluency in English and Japanese language skills are required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package.
• Comfortable double cabin.
• Company-paid travel to and from the ship.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard.
• Vibrant recreation and welfare program.
• Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities.
• Chance to travel the world.