Cape Town Region: Photographer – Design Studio posted by Cape Union Mart International Ltd

About the Role We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Photographer to join our Design Studio team. This role is responsible for capturing high-quality imagery that brings our brands, products, and campaigns to life across digital, e-commerce, social media, and print platforms. The ideal candidate has a strong visual eye, excellent technical photography skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with designers, stylists, and marketing teams to create compelling visual content. Key Responsibilities Plan and execute studio and location-based photography shoots. Capture product, lifestyle, campaign, and brand imagery aligned with creative briefs. Collaborate with designers, stylists, and creative teams to achieve desired visual outcomes. Edit and retouch images to ensure high-quality final outputs. Manage photography equipment, lighting setups, and studio operations. Organise and maintain digital image libraries and asset management systems. Ensure all photography adheres to brand guidelines and creative standards. Support content creation for e-commerce, marketing campaigns, social media, and other business requirements. Stay informed of industry trends, techniques, and emerging photography technologies. Requirements Relevant qualification in Photography, Visual Arts, Multimedia, or related field. 35 years’ professional photography experience, preferably within retail, fashion, e-commerce, advertising, or a creative agency environment. Strong portfolio demonstrating product, lifestyle, and commercial photography. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and Lightroom. Strong understanding of studio lighting, composition, colour management, and image retouching. Excellent organisational and project management skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Advantageous Fashion and apparel photography experience. Experience shooting content for e-commerce platforms. Basic videography and content creation skills. Knowledge of current visual and social media trends. What We’re Looking For A passionate visual storyteller. Highly creative with exceptional attention to detail. Self-motivated and proactive. Able to interpret briefs and transform concepts into impactful imagery. A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced creative environment.