Twende Meru is seeking a talented and versatile Full-Time Photographer to lead visual storytelling for our media studio in Meru. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end photography and high-end image production—from in-studio product and commercial portrait shoots to on-location visual coverage of Meru's premier hotels, BnBs, event venues, and lifestyle destinations.
You will work closely with our content and marketing team to build a premium visual catalog, set visual standards for local partner brands, and capture the true essence of Meru County through crisp, professional imagery.
Key Responsibilities
Studio Photography: Lead studio lighting setups, backdrops, and composition for commercial product shoots, corporate/creative headshots, partner branding materials, and promotional campaigns.
On-Location & Destination Shoots: Travel to hospitality venues (hotels, BnBs, resorts, cafes) and scenic spots across Meru to capture architectural interiors, food/beverage photography, and exterior landscapes.
Photo Editing & Post-Production: Perform professional retouching, color grading, background cleaning, and image enhancement using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to deliver polished, production-ready assets.
Asset & Digital Library Management: Organize, catalog, and archive raw and edited image files into a structured digital asset library for internal use and partner deliverables.
Studio Operations & Equipment Maintenance: Manage, operate, and maintain studio lighting gear, cameras, lenses, props, and backdrops, ensuring all equipment is studio-ready and properly serviced.
Creative Collaboration: Partner with the content and creative leads to storyboard campaign concepts, build mood boards, and execute visual direction aligned with brand goals.
Candidate Qualifications & Requirements
Experience: 2+ years of professional photography experience with a strong portfolio demonstrating studio lighting mastery and on-location/lifestyle work.
Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in manual camera operation, multi-light studio setups (softboxes, strobes, continuous lighting), and spatial composition.
Software Mastery: Expert skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (Lightroom Classic, Photoshop, and Bridge) for post-processing and color editing.
Versatility: Comfortable switching seamlessly between studio portraiture/product work and ambient field/hospitality photography.
Attention to Detail: Deep understanding of lighting dynamics, color harmony, spatial framing, and texture rendition.
Location & Mobility: Based in or willing to relocate to Meru, Kenya
How to apply
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