Photographer & Content Creator

We are seeking a dedicated **Photographer & Content Creator** to capture the heart of Tzu Chi's humanitarian efforts through impactful photography and authentic visual storytelling. This role focuses on photographing events and human-interest stories that reflect the compassion and connection at the core of our work. As part of our in-house media & storytelling team, you'll also support short-form video content creation for social media platforms. If you have a strong eye for detail, a passion for people-focused work, and a steady presence behind the lens, we welcome you to help bring our mission to life.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Photography & Visual Storytelling**
- **Participate in content strategy and assignment planning, contributing ideas for photo coverage, storytelling angles, and content formats.**:

- **Attend and document events, activities, and human-interest stories across Tzu Chi's service centres through compelling photography.**:

- **Capture meaningful, people-focused images that support storytelling aligned with Tzu Chi's mission and values.**:

- **Collaborate with writers, editors, and videographers to develop cohesive multimedia content packages.**:

- **Post-process images with attention to technical quality and narrative clarity, including captioning and metadata tagging.**:

- **Ensure timely and accurate submission of images following established naming and filing protocols.**:
**2. Image & Content Archiving**
- **Organise and maintain a clear, easy-to-access archive of all photos from staff and volunteers.**:

- **Review volunteer-submitted photos carefully to ensure they meet quality and filing standards.**:

- **Adhere to departmental standards for metadata, tagging, and categorisation.**:

- **Ensure all content complies with PDPA, consent and copyright standards.**:

- **Support long-term documentation efforts by maintaining high-quality records of key activities and milestones.**

**3. Short-Form Video & Social Content**
- **Support the production of simple short-form videos (e.g. behind-the-scenes, volunteer features, event snippets) when needed.**:

- **Assist with filming and basic editing using mobile or mirrorless setups and accessible editing tools (e.g. CapCut, Adobe Premiere).**:

- **Contribute to digital storytelling efforts on platforms such as YouTube Shorts and TikTok under the editorial direction.**:

- **Ensure all visual content aligns with Tzu Chi's tone, values, and ethical representation guidelines.**

**4. Equipment & Admin Support**
- **Maintain photography equipment and accessories, ensuring regular charging, upkeep, and safe storage.**:

- **Manage and fulfil two types of photo requests from internal departments**:
**A. Provide existing photos from past events, activities, or published materials.**
**B. Coordinate and arrange new photography sessions for events or special projects (e.g., volunteer ID photos), then deliver the final images.**
- **Assist in organising shoot logistics to ensure smooth operations and timely content delivery.**:

- **Oversee image usage requests, securing proper approvals and ensuring compliance with privacy, copyright, and organisational policies.**

**5. Volunteer Engagement & Coordination**
- **Work with volunteer photographers and content contributors to support event and story coverage.**:

- **Prepare pre-shoot briefings, assign tasks, and follow up post-event to ensure smooth collaboration.**:

- **Maintain clear communication and a positive working relationship with media volunteers.**:

- **Support basic training efforts, such as introductory photography workshops or field guidance, to build volunteer capacity.**

**Job Requirements**
- **Diploma in photography, visual communications, media production, or a related field.**:

- **At least**2 years of relevant experience** in photography, media, or content creation.**:

- **Solid photography skills with a strong portfolio of events, portraits, and/or human-interest stories.**:

- **Basic short-form video skills — comfortable with shooting and editing simple clips.**:

- **Proficient with smartphones or mirrorless cameras for both photo and video.**:

- **Basic knowledge of editing software (e.g. Lightroom, Photoshop, CapCut, Premiere Pro).**:

- **Familiarity with social media platforms and an understanding of what makes content engaging.**:

- **Well-organised, with good file management and archiving habits.**:

- **Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team.**:

- **Understanding of Mandarin is a plus (to handle Chinese-language materials and interactions).**:

- **Willingness to work outside office hours occasionally, with time-off provided as compensation.**

**From Passion to Compassion**

**With over 30 years of supporting the community, Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) is dedicated to uplifting lives through various services that make a positive difference. Our media team plays a key role in sharing impactful stories and i