Photographer

Marketing - Variable locations

Part-time

Presence: On site

Contract position : No

Description
At Lufa Farms, we’re on a mission to create a better food system by growing food where people live and growing it responsibly. This led us to build the world’s first commercial rooftop greenhouse in 2011, followed by the world’s largest less than a decade later. To keep changing the way people eat in cities across the world, we’re looking for a Photographer to elevate our brand through creative and impactful photography.
Each week, numerous products and suppliers need to be photographed. The ideal candidate for this role can adopt Lufa Farms’ visual aesthetic, has a great eye for food and people photography, a high sense of creativity, and the ability to generate ideas - not just execute on existing ones. They should also demonstrate a keen willingness to learn and grow on the job.
Responsibilities
Take product photos weekly;
Travel to and take photos of our suppliers, as needed;
Produce visuals (photos or videos, as needed), for social media and newsletters;
Determine desired visuals and choose equipment, props, settings, and lighting to achieve it;
Style food creatively in order to best showcase it;
Retouch, resize, and enhance images as needed using Lightroom or Photoshop;
Ensure all visuals are compliant with our style guide (voice, tone, SEO guidelines).
Requirements
Strong photography portfolio or Instagram page;
Proficiency in Lightroom, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro software;
Comfortable working with tight deadlines;
Strong attention to detail;
Good communication skills, including the ability to discuss artistic concepts in lay terms;
Driver’s licence and access to a car.
Assets
DEP or Bachelor in Graphic Design or photography;
Experience as a photographer with clients in the food industry.
Schedule
24 hours per week. Schedule is typically 9 am to 5 pm three days a week.
Compensation & benefits:
Salary to be determined based on experience and knowledge of the candidate;
You’ll be eligible to participate in the firm’s health insurance, dental and disability programs after completion of the probationary period (paid 50% by the employee and 50% by Lufa Farms);
Access to TELUS Health Virtual Care (direct contact to health professionals by phone, video, or chat) and the Employee and Family Assistance Program (professional, short-term counselling, covering a broad range of interpersonal issues);
30% discount on your Lufa Farms basket.

Join our team

Lufa Farms is working to transform the way we feed cities and the world - and it’s not a challenge that we take lightly. We’re always looking for doers who believe in our mission and who are ready to roll up their sleeves, work hard, and grow with us. Think you’ve got what it takes? We’d love to hear from you.

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