Wildlife photographer

• Work Term: Seasonal
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 5 years or more
• Natural sciences
• Marine transportation, other
• Photography

Work setting

• Rural area
• Marine
• Hunting and fishing lodge or camp
• Boat cruise company

Tasks

• Determine picture composition
• Develop and print photographs
• Make technical adjustments to equipment and photograph subjects
• Operate computers to manipulate photographic images
• Take pictures of individuals, families, groups and public
• Administer first-aid and other assistance
• Provide outdoor, wilderness and wildlife instruction
• Generate public awareness of fish and wildlife conservation and regulation

Computer and technology knowledge

• Adobe Lightroom
• Excel Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)

Photographic techniques

• Black and white
• Colour

Type of guide

• Walking tour guide

Photographic experience

• General
• Scientific
• Aerial
• Business

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Photography

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Computer
• Equipment

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Employment terms options

• Morning

Employment terms options

• On call
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime required

Workplace information

• Hybrid

Financial benefits

• Gratuities

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Transportation provided by employer

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)