Videographer / Photographer (Winter 2019/20)

HTM, the largest management company in Niseko, Hokkaido is looking for an experienced Videographer/Photographer to join our Marketing team this winter The Videographer/Photographer will be responsible for creating and cataloging content for a high-quality library of images and videos 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. Please note: you will be expected to bring your own photography equipment The Role: Videography - Plan, shoot and edit video content for all brands including Experience Niseko, Skye Niseko, Ki Niseko and GoSnow - In partnership with marketing department colleagues, take control of all material posted to the Experience Niseko social media channels and website - Regularly contribute to, and generate new and innovative image, video and content ideas - Cover all marketing and community events as required - Deliver all images and videos to a high standard to the agreed deadline - Provide 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 - Archive and maintain image/video library as per image library requirements - Assist in the organisation and classification of the company’s media library as required - Maintain upkeep of camera/technical equipment to ensure good operational condition - Responsible to manage and back-up own data and files. Digital Marketing Assistance - Contribute 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 a still and moving 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: 12 November 2019 to 19 Apr 2020 - Working Hours: Average 40 hours per week - Pay: 1,500 to 1,900 yen per hour dependent on experience and skills. - Accommodation: Each of our accommodations is subsidised to bring you housing at an affordable price. - Lift Passes: Your own Free All Mountain season lift pass is offered. - Bi-monthly Pay: Receive your pay every 2 weeks. Most local employers pay monthly which can leave you eating into your savings at the start of the season. - Free Ski or Snowboard Lessons & Workshops: Free ski/snowboard group lessons & workshops (availability dependent)