Role: Staff Sports PhotographerLocation: Sydney, AustraliaApplication Dates: August 5 to August 23rd Who You Are: We're offering a full-time photographer role to join Getty Images' editorial sport team in Sydney, Australia!We are seeking an experienced and established Sports Photographer who will be responsible for capturing and editing imagery, including stills and video, to meet the content requirements of our organization.You will perform advanced skills in sports photography, demonstrating proficiency in content creation, lighting techniques, and editing.Your role will encompass shooting diverse sporting events, from small scale competitions to globally renowned spectacles such as the World Cup and Olympic Games.Your primary focus will be on capturing dynamic sports action, defining moments, and feature style imagery all while upholding the high standards required to meet client briefs, excel in commercial portraiture, be proactive creating feature content, and support our creative approach to sports photography.Your Next Challenge: You'll be part of a collaborative team of skilled photographers, videographers, and editors.Whether operating independently or collaborating with a wider team of sales, assignment management and content leadership, you will actively contribute to our dynamic and creative environment.Your reporting line will directly connect you to a chief photographer, ensuring a seamless integration into our editorial sport team.Main Expectations and Responsibilities: Industry established and experienced in covering major sports events, highly-skilled in cricket, basketball, netball, rugby or rugby league and AFL photography and other domestic Australian and international sports.Master camera equipment, lighting, and content editing software.Technical proficiency in camera setup, remote operation, FTP transmission, and networking.Expand content storytelling capabilities by integrating capturing footage into day-to-day operations and implementing innovative technologies.Be self-sufficient and able to also work in team environments.Confident completing assignment work and handling briefs, and requests on assignments at events.What You'll Do: As a pivotal member of Getty Images' editorial sport team, your day-to-day responsibilities will be as diverse and dynamic as the world of sports itself.From capturing iconic moments in major sporting events you'll play a vital role in creating content that resonates globally.You will be expected to showcase a wide range of skills in the following areas:Action: Capture industry-leading peak action moments, document emotion, visually tell key news moments, that all encapsulate the essence and excitement of sporting events.Stock: Anticipate beyond-the-moment coverage by promptly uploading second edits post-event, enriching our stock library with diverse and captivating imagery.Features: Utilise extensive relationships to produce insightful features covering various aspects of sports, from grassroots to elite levels.Commercial Content: Conceptualize and execute specific client briefs, managing relationships with global sports brands, athletes and governing bodies.Event Coverage: Deliver unparalleled content across all facets of assignments, ensuring comprehensive and exceptional coverage.Portraiture: Conceptualize and execute creative, compelling portraits, tailored to individual athletes or teams, showcasing artistic vision and technical proficiency both in studio using lighting set-ups and in the field on location.Editing: Work as a remote editor when available to handle live content from other staff members and key freelancers from the APAC editorial team.What You'll Need: We require applicants to possess extensive experience and a high level of proficiency in sports photography.The ability to collaborate seamlessly within a team of photographers and editors is imperative.Furthermore, candidates should exhibit a capacity to receive and implement direction and feedback effectively, contributing to a harmonious and supportive work environment.Successful candidates are expected to lead by example as a visionary content creator, setting benchmarks for excellence in both editorial and commercial spheres and present as a brand ambassador for Getty Images, cultivating and nurturing relationships to expand opportunities.You must be available to work anti-social hours, including nights and weekends.This requirement is integral to our commitment to capturing sports events in real-time, ensuring comprehensive coverage even during non-traditional hours.You must be willing to travel domestically and internationally at short notice, with flexibility for extended periods, is required.A valid driver's license and passport are essential.We will provide you with the equipment necessary to fulfil your role.Nice To Have: Interest in developing skills and commitment to expand video.Excellent editing skills, proficient in RAW workflows and data management.Excellent in content curation, coupled with a profound understanding of sporting history, adept storytelling, and a keen awareness of current events.A positive attitude, proactive drive, and confidence.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong supervisory and leadership skills.Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.Ability to adapt and evolve with the industry.Ability to innovate with new technology.What You Can Expect: (Physical and Mental Demands & Requirements) Frequent communication with others to exchange information.(Required)Occasionally moving objects up to 25 kg and frequently moving objects up to 10 kg.(Required)Frequent sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing; Time of each will vary.(Required)Frequent repetition of motions and gestures that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.(Required)Constant assessment of accuracy and thoroughness of the work assignment.(Required)Occasionally operating of technology.Occasionally performing role functions in a loud and noisy environment.Occasionally performing role functions in outdoor elements that may involve low temperatures, high temperatures, precipitation, snow and wind.Occasionally performing role functions in presence of bright, flashing lights.There's a story in every picture, a narrative in every frame. We believe in the power of visuals.As a leading visual content creator, our three brands–Getty Images, iStock, and Unsplash–offer a full range of content solutions to meet the needs of any customer, whatever their size, location, or budget.Whether the goal is commercial or philanthropic, revenue-generating or society-changing, market-disrupting or headline-driving, our visuals help any brand, business, or organization communicate more effectively with their target audience and urge them to action.In other words, we know how powerful an image or video can be—and that it can move the world.Working at Getty Images Our goal is to be one of the best places to work globally, which means we're dedicated to providing experiences and resources that allow you to do your best work.Foundational to our culture are our Leadership Principles, which are the shared values that guide how we come together to do our work.We raise the bar and collectively bring solutions while exercising trust, transparency, and care.We actively reject biased behavior and are inclusive of different voices, perspectives, and experiences.We focus on our customers and deliver on our commitments and commercial goals.We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that prioritizes delivering results efficiently and using time wisely, so that all employees can achieve balance between commitments to the company and health and well-being in our lives.We value the importance of rest and recovery ranging from company-paid holidays to time away from work.Getty Images Holdings, Inc. is a publicly traded company, and its common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "GETY".You may be eligible to participate in our employee Stock Purchase Plan, which allows employees to purchase company stock at a 15% discount to market.Our employees' growth, development, belonging, and engagement are important investments.We offer learning experiences ranging from leadership development, diversity and inclusion training, mentoring programs, a high potential program, and professional and skills development.We prioritize staying connected in our hybrid-working world and encourage participation in global morale events and local gatherings, as well as finding community in one or more of our Employee Resource Groups.Learning about our business is paramount, and our open and transparent culture means you'll have direct access to experts and senior leaders via open forums, all hands, and content hours.Getty Images believes that diversity is critical to our success in moving the world and is committed to creating an inclusive, mutually respectful environment that celebrates diversity.We seek to hire based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.Getty Images is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr