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The Senior Photographer in the Photo Department is responsible for creating unique photo memories at sea, in alignment with the company's brand strategy and commitment to excellent customer service.

The Senior Photographer in the Photo Department is responsible for creating unique photo memories at sea, in alignment with the company's brand strategy and commitment to excellent customer service.

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Senior Photographer

New York, NY • On-site

Princess Cruises
Travel Arrangement Services • 10K+ employees

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Re-posted 2 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Create and produce high-quality photographs at sea in accordance with brand standards and customer service expectations.

  • Achieve and maintain sales, image count, and sell-through targets by explaining products and using effective sales techniques.

  • Participate in training, lead the Photo-Video team, and ensure the execution of photographic events, inventory management, and equipment security.


Princess Cruises rating

4.8

Company rating: 4.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 9 rated cruise lines


Job description

Senior Photographer
Department: Photo
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: GLOBAL
Description
Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises!
As one of the world's leading cruise brands and an employer of choice in the industry, Princess Cruises offers exciting career opportunities aboard a fleet recognized for exceptional guest experiences and innovation at sea.
Our teammates represent more than 60 nationalities and bring diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences to life every day. Together, we create memorable moments for guests while building rewarding careers in a supportive, inclusive, and globally connected environment.
At Princess Cruises, we are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to excellence, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in making a positive impact on our guests and fellow teammates.
As part of the Princess family, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, international career pathways, and the unique opportunity to explore some of the world's most breathtaking destinations.
Key Responsibilities
  • The Senior Photographer in the Photo Department is responsible for creating unique photo memories at sea, in alignment with the company's brand strategy and commitment to excellent customer service.
  • The Senior Photographer is responsible for ensuring financial performance is met, which involves consistently achieving budgeted sales, image count, and sell-through targets for each voyage. Additionally, they are expected to explain products to passengers and use effective sales techniques. The senior photographer is responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction, creating a positive first impression for every passenger. They engage with passengers, observe their preferences, and make adjustments to the service as needed.
  • The Senior Photographer is responsible for executing marketing strategies, events, visual directives, and price changes in accordance with the relevant signage and advertising. They have a thorough understanding of the Princess product range and photo-video operations, ensure merchandise is restocked daily, and produce images that are correctly exposed, focused, and printed. They promptly communicate any issues regarding product quality or stock levels to the management team.
  • The Senior Photographer also participates in training and staff meetings, demonstrating leadership to the Photo-Video team, and participating in required Princess U courses. They ensure image count targets and quality are achieved at every photographic event, perform all Photo-Video inventories, organise and maintain secure stockrooms, lockers, and storage areas, take accountability for protecting issued equipment and Company assets, resolve technical issues, and demonstrate accurate knowledge of Photo Lab opening and closing procedures.
  • In accordance with operational requirements, the Senior Photographer may also be tasked with the role of Master Photographer (Premium Studio Photographer). This position entails responsibility for the PhotoStudio programme, a premium by-appointment photography programme on Princess Cruises luxury vessels. Their duties include portrait photography, conducting viewing and sales sessions, and selling photo images and packages. They work with the photo team to drive bookings and manage session scheduling. They use post-production software to enhance images and maintain a clean, well-organised studio. They also work with the on-board photo manager to achieve budgeted sales targets.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
  • Minimum two to three years of experience in studio photography.
  • Experience as a cruise ship photographer preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in photography or equivalent (Preferred).
  • Prior experience working regularly with the following equipment:
  1. Lighting equipment (strobes, soft boxes, umbrellas, flash attachments)
  2. Camera equipment (digital cameras, tripods, lenses)
  3. Photography equipment (backdrops, props)
  4. Postproduction software (Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom etc.)
  • Solid interpersonal skills to make subjects feel relaxed and interact with people of all ages and walks of life, including young children.
  • Solid communication skills to relay clear, easy-to-understand instructions to subjects being photographed.
  • Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written. (Required & Critical)
  • Outstanding social skills and the ability to deliver outstanding service to our guests with a friendly and professional demeanor
  • Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
  • Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.
  • Candidates will be required to provide their portfolio.
  • Must be prepared to live and work on a cruise vessel for 6-month contracts.

Job Benefits
Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you'll enjoy:
  • A competitive salary package.
  • Your comfortable double cabin - your space to relax and recharge.
  • Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
  • Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
  • A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
  • Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
  • The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
  • A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us and become part of a global team that's passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences-both for our guests and for one another.

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