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Working in Photography

Cruise Ship photography is all about photographing people, THE GUESTS, and selling the treasured memories of their cruise. The team, under the guidance of a Photo Manager, are responsible for the entire onboard business, from photography through processing and finally the sales of the finished photographs. You must be sociable and enjoy working with people. It is hard work and you probably won't need to pack your sun block for the first few cruises...!

We operate with different numbers of team members on each ship, from one person per ship to 13 people per ship. The most senior photographer is the Photo Manager. Team positions include Junior Photographer, Senior Photographer, Assistant Manager, Sales and Assistant Manager, Production, among others. You will most likely embark as a Junior Photographer or Trainee and undergo the IMAGE training and assessment program to move up the ranks.

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Typical onboard events photographed include meeting the Captain at his cocktail party, in the Dining Room during dinner, costume shoots where typically a Junior Photographer dresses up, on the gangway as passengers proceed ashore and even in port on the shore excursions. Portrait photography is a major part of our service, however, our photographers are not normally expected to shoot portraits until they are promoted to a more senior position.

All photographs are processed the same day in our onboard photo lab and the finished prints are displayed for sale in a purpose-designed gallery. The more senior photographers take care of the printing and processing. Selling the finished prints and ancillary products is a major part of the Junior Photographer's duties.

As is the case with comparable junior positions, there will be a number of daily menial tasks to complete. You must be prepared to work long hours and understand that on a very busy ship, you will have little time off. On all ships you are required to be available for duty seven days a week. It is definitely not a 9-5 job!

As a reward for your hard work, there are many benefits available to those who choose to work with IMAGE. Be sure to check out our Benefits section!

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