Photographer/Videographer

HTM, the largest management company in Niseko, Hokkaido is looking for an experienced Photographer/Videographer to join our Marketing team. The Photographer/Videographer will be responsible for creating and cataloging content for a high-quality library of images and video for use in promoting the company’s brands. He/she will support the marketing team by contributing to content strategy in order to achieve specific objectives. The Role: Photography and Videography - Build a portfolio of images for use in promoting the company’s brands including Ki Niseko, Niseko Central, GoSnow, Experience Niseko and HTM - Cover all marketing and community events as required - Plan, shoot and edit video content for all brands - Regularly contributes to, and generates new and innovative image, video and content ideas - Delivers all images/video to a high standard to the agreed deadline - Provides retouching/editing on general company images where required - Represent the company in the best possible light in all guest and community events File Cataloging and Equipment Maintenance - Responsible for file naming and organisation of all image/video files produced as directed - Archives and maintains image/video library as per image library requirements - Assists in the organisation and classification of the company’s media library as required - Maintains upkeep of camera/technical equipment to ensure good operational condition - Responsible to manage and back-up own data and files. Digital Marketing Assistance - Contributes to the company’s social media including posts on Facebook, Instagram and Vimeo - Plan and write articles for the company’s blogs as required Knowledge and Skill Requirements - Well-developed photography, video, and editing skills. - Experience in shooting and editing images and video on a daily deadline basis. - Commercially-focused and understands how to ‘sell’ via an image - Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be a team player. - Confident in directing people on shoot and can work autonomously. - Adaptable, “can-do” attitude and is flexible in work hours to meet required coverage. - Able to prioritise and time manage own work to achieve objectives and deadlines. - Flexibility in taking a variety of images from candid, social media images to high-quality brand images. - Well-developed written verbal and communication skills. - Demonstrates high levels of accuracy and attention to detail. - Computer operating skills - Microsoft Office Suite (essential), Adobe Photoshop skills (essential), Video editing skills (essential), familiar with Adobe Suite programs Indesign, Illustrator (preferred) - A tech-savvy person with an interest in online media and digital trends. - Professional, courteous and friendly manner. - Experience using company social media (preferred) and writing ability (preferred). - Detailed knowledge of HTM products and services. - Experience shooting property and nature/lifestyle (advantageous) - Ability to ski or snowboard (advantageous) Employment Package Details - Employment Period: year round - Employment Status: 12 months full time contract. - Annual Salary: 3.5 to 5 million yen (includes Free all-mountain lift pass or ¥100,000), depending on experience and language skills. - Location: Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan - Working Hours: average 40 hours per week (5x 8 hour shifts) Benefits includes: - Staff accommodation available for rent - Free ski or snowboard lessons - Visa sponsorship - Access to language and work relevant training subsidy - Professional work environment - Staff benefits package