Photographer (Fixed Term Contract) at SMD Technologies

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Photography, Packaging Photography, Photo Editing, Retouching, Social Media Content, Lifestyle Photography, Event Photography, Content Management, Lighting, Composition, Brand Consistency, Attention To Detail, Organizational Skills, Adaptability, Efficiency

Industry

Consumer Goods

Description

Location: 2 Lascelles Road, Meadowbrook, Edenvale Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 weekdays Reporting to: Marketing Lead About the Company We are a fast-growing retail and wholesale distribution business operating in a high-performance warehouse and operational environment. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we are looking for a hands-on Junior HR Business Partner to support our warehouse and operational teams. Job Purpose We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Photographer (Fixed-Term Contract) to support our marketing and product teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for capturing high-quality images for product packaging, marketing campaigns, company events, and digital platforms. This is a temporary role suited to someone who is adaptable, efficient, and able to deliver consistent visual content in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Product & Packaging Photography Capture high-quality images of products for packaging, catalogues, and online use. Ensure all images meet brand, lighting, and quality standards. Edit and retouch images to ensure consistency and professionalism. Work closely with design and product teams to meet packaging requirements. Marketing & Social Media Content Produce engaging visual content for social media and digital campaigns. Shoot lifestyle and promotional imagery aligned with brand identity. Assist in creating content for marketing materials, advertisements, and campaigns. Event Photography Capture company events, activations, and internal initiatives. Deliver high-quality images suitable for internal and external communications. Content Management & Delivery Organize, store, and manage image libraries. Ensure timely delivery of edited images according to deadlines. Maintain consistency across all visual outputs. Collaboration & Ad Hoc Support Work closely with marketing, design, and product teams. Assist with ad hoc photography and content requirements as needed. Provide input on creative direction where required. Key Deliverables: High-quality product images for packaging and e-commerce Consistent, brand-aligned social media content Timely delivery of edited and final images Well-organized and accessible image library Qualifications & Experience: Proven experience in product and/or commercial photography Strong portfolio showcasing product, lifestyle, and event photography Proficiency in photo editing software (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom) Understanding of lighting, composition, and brand consistency Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Own equipment (camera, lighting, etc.) is advantageous Contract Details: Fixed-term contract (5 months) This role is a temporary replacement to cover maternity leave Start date: 1 June 2026 End date: 31 October 2026

Responsibilities

The Photographer will capture high-quality images for product packaging, marketing campaigns, company events, and digital platforms, ensuring all visuals meet brand and quality standards. Key duties include editing, content management, and collaborating closely with design and product teams.