Descriptions:

The Creative Office (In-House Photographer & Videographer) is responsible for the design, set-up, production, and execution of all SocialEats Hospitality Group marketing-related photography and short-form video content. The role ensures that each brand’s visual identity is projected professionally, upholding the Group’s standards through best practices in food, beverage, and lifestyle documentation. The job-holder must remain current with photography and video trends (specifically relating to F&B and social media) to suggest innovative methods for obtaining high-impact, "craveable" content.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Oversight: Lead the photography and videography needs for all the company' business units and concepts.
• Trend Analysis: Research photography and video market trends specifically for the food, beverage, and restaurant sectors.
• Portfolio Management: Maintain an organized portfolio of creative ideas and a comprehensive company archive of all past photo and video shoots.
• Conceptual Development: Present a range of innovative visual ideas to the Creative Lead and Senior Marketing Manager to meet specific campaign needs.
• Creative Collaboration: Work closely with the design team to ensure the smooth production of marketing tools.
• Project Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all ongoing projects and unreleased brand concepts.
• Timeline Management: Ensure all filming and photography schedules are met and assets are delivered before campaign deadlines.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure that appropriate disclaimers and model releases are signed by all parties involved in any company shoot.
• Intellectual Property: Guarantee that all submitted work is original, non-plagiarized, and recognized as the exclusive intellectual property of SocialEats.
• Media Governance: Ensure no images or videos are printed, posted, or shared on personal or public channels without the explicit approval of the Creative Lead.
• Content Adaptation: Create and edit specialized video contents, optimized for social media engagement and delivery aggregator platforms.

Departmental Reporting Line

• Reports to: Creative Lead
• Works alongside: Marketing Officer
• Direct Coordination: Graphic Designer

Skills

Skills:

• Creativity: The ability to think creatively and come up with visually appealing design concepts.
• Adobe Creative Suite: Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and InDesign.
• Layout Design: Skill in arranging visual elements in a layout that is aesthetically pleasing and effective in conveying the intended message.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure that designs are polished and error-free.
• Digital Imaging: Experience in manipulating and editing images to enhance or modify them for design purposes.
• Print Design: Knowledge of print design principles and specifications for various print materials.
• Web Design Basics: Familiarity with web design principles and the ability to create graphics for online platforms.
• User Interface (UI) Design: Understanding of UI design principles for creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
• Vector Graphics: Proficiency in creating vector graphics for scalability and flexibility using tools like Adobe Illustrator.
• Time Management: The ability to manage time effectively to meet project deadlines.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new design trends, tools, and technologies.
• Problem Solving: The capacity to approach design challenges with creative and effective solutions.
• Motion Graphics: Knowledge of basic motion graphics principles and tools, such as Adobe After Effects.
• Social Media Design: Understanding of design requirements and trends for various social media platforms.