Assistant Photographer

About Digenie

Digenie is a digital marketing and creative agency specializing in social media marketing, creative design, photography, videography, video production, motion graphics, and digital advertising. We are seeking an Assistant Photographer & Visual Content Designer/Editor to support our creative production team in creating high-quality visual content for clients. This role requires an interest in photography and videography, alongside practical skills in graphic design, image editing, and video editing.

Key Responsibilities

Photography & Videography

• Assist senior photographers and creative team members during photoshoots and video shoots.
• Handle cameras, lenses, tripods, gimbals, lighting equipment, and other production accessories.
• Assist with camera setup, lighting arrangements, framing, composition, and background preparation.
• Capture product, food, lifestyle, corporate, event, and promotional photographs.
• Shoot short-form video content, Instagram Reels, and promotional footage.
• Assist in planning and executing creative shoot concepts.
• Organize, transfer, catalogue, and maintain photographs and video footage.
• Ensure all equipment is handled responsibly and maintained properly.

Photo Editing & Image Processing

• Edit and retouch photographs using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Perform colour correction, exposure adjustments, cropping, and image enhancement.
• Remove unwanted elements and perform basic image manipulation.
• Prepare photographs for social media, advertisements, and other digital platforms.
• Maintain visual consistency across different photographs and campaigns.

Video Editing

• Edit Instagram Reels, short-form videos, promotional videos, and social media content.
• Perform basic cuts, transitions, colour correction, audio synchronization, and sound enhancements.
• Add subtitles, captions, text overlays, and basic animations.
• Transform captured footage into engaging digital content.
• Export videos in appropriate formats and aspect ratios for different platforms.
• Assist with basic motion graphics and animated visual elements.

Graphic Design

• Design social media posters, carousels, Instagram Stories, thumbnails, and other digital creatives.
• Create visually appealing layouts using appropriate typography, colour combinations, spacing, and hierarchy.
• Understand and implement basic graphic design principles.
• Adapt existing brand templates and maintain brand consistency.
• Make creative modifications based on feedback from senior designers and the creative team.
• Assist in developing visual concepts for campaigns and promotional content.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Photography & Production

• Basic understanding of camera operations, exposure, ISO, shutter speed, and aperture.
• Understanding of composition, framing, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras.
• Basic knowledge of studio lighting and photography accessories.

Design & Editing

• Adobe Photoshop – Basic to Intermediate.
• Adobe Lightroom – Basic to Intermediate.
• Adobe Premiere Pro / DaVinci Resolve – Basic to Intermediate.
• Adobe After Effects – Basic knowledge preferred.
• Canva – Working proficiency.
• CapCut or similar video editing software.

Candidates should be willing to learn additional tools and improve their technical capabilities.

Essential Creative Skills

• Good visual sense and aesthetic understanding.
• Basic understanding of typography, colour theory, composition, and layout.
• Ability to identify visual inconsistencies and design errors.
• Attention to detail and quality of execution.
• Creativity and willingness to experiment with new ideas.
• Ability to understand creative briefs and translate them into visual outputs.
• Good time management and ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Willingness to accept feedback and improve creative output.

Qualifications

• A Diploma or degree in Photography, Visual Communication, Multimedia, Film Making, Graphic Design, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Freshers with demonstrable creative skills and a strong portfolio may also apply.

Practical experience and portfolio quality will be given preference over formal qualifications.

Portfolio Requirements

Candidates are encouraged to submit samples of their work, including:

• Photography samples – Product, lifestyle, food, portrait, or event photography.
• Photo editing – Retouched and colour-corrected photographs.
• Video editing – Reels, promotional videos, or other short-form content.
• Graphic design – Posters, social media creatives, and carousels.
• Any additional creative or multimedia projects.

Candidates with experience across multiple creative disciplines will have an added advantage.