This role forms part of the Marketing & Production team within the Village n Life hospitality group.
The Role
As Photographer & Content Creator, you’ll be responsible for capturing, producing and curating high-quality visual and digital content across assigned Village n Life properties. The role supports brand storytelling, campaign delivery and online presence through professional photography, short-form video and creative content production aligned with brand guidelines and commercial objectives.
This is a hands-on creative role suited to someone who is visually driven, organised and confident working across multiple properties in a fast-paced hospitality environment. This is a full-time position based in Camps Bay.
Key Responsibilities
– Capture professional photography of rooms, facilities, food & beverage, experiences, events and lifestyle content
– Produce short-form video content for social media, digital campaigns and internal platforms
– Edit and retouch imagery in line with brand standards and usage requirements
– Plan and execute content shoots including location scouting, shot lists and equipment preparation
– Collaborate with Designers, Social Media teams and Sales Managers on campaign and content needs
– Maintain organised digital asset libraries with correct naming, tagging and version control
– Ensure all imagery and video aligns with brand manuals, tone and quality standards
– Support property launches, activations and special events with on-site coverage
– Manage basic lighting, styling and set preparation for shoots
– Source and coordinate models, props and permits where required
– Stay updated with visual trends, platform formats and emerging content styles
– Assist with basic graphic or layout adjustments when required
– Travel between properties as scheduled to maintain fresh and current content libraries
– Ensure model release forms and usage rights documentation are completed and filed correctly
What We’re Looking For
– Grade 12 / Matric
– Relevant tertiary qualification in Photography, Visual Arts, Film, Media or related field preferred
– 3–5 years’ experience in photography and digital content creation
– Strong portfolio demonstrating hospitality, lifestyle or commercial work
– Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent editing software
– Understanding of lighting, composition and visual storytelling principles
– Experience creating content for social media platforms and digital campaigns
– Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shoots and deadlines
– Professional communication skills and confidence working with people on-site
– Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel between locations
– Drone photography / videography certification advantageous
– Hospitality or tourism industry experience is advantageous
What We Offer
– A dynamic creative environment within Village n Life
– Exposure to multi-property brand and campaign work
– Opportunities for portfolio growth and creative development within the group
– Competitive package aligned with experience
