Freelance Photographer HK

2 weeks ago

Central, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR China Wellcom London Limited Full-time

OVERVIEW

Wellcom Worldwide are looking for accomplished freelance photographers to service a prestigious piece of business working across a global Auction house specialising in fine art at one of our onsite client studios. 


The ideal candidate will be a generalist able to turn their hand to various photography/video needs and requirements including

  • Lot photography both 2D paintings and 3D objects ( Handbags, jewellery watches and Wine) 
  • Marketing
  • Event photography/ videography 
  • Staff headshots


KEY TASKS

  • Accurate and efficient capture of a wide range of fine art pieces including sculptures, handbags, flat art and other decorative objects from a wide range of specialist departments
  • Able to follow our specific lighting techniques, procedures and house style guides to match our client’s very high standards of quality and productivity.  


KEY SKILLS 

  • Excellent and accurate eye for colour and detail
  • Knowledge of appropriate lighting techniques for the best possible captures using flash and continuous light. 
  • Proficiency in medium format and DSLR cameras
  • Proven experience in Fine Art digital capture and proficient editing skills
  • Well-versed in Capture One and Photoshop within the Mac environment.
  • Full working knowledge of colour management from capture to print/screen 
  • Experience in using DAM, Dalim or GMG workflow tools or similar software
  • Experience in handling/moving delicate and heavy works of art 
  • Experience in Flat Art digital capture.
  • Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining the right balance between quality and production targets.
  • Must enjoy working as part of a team, but also have the ability to work independently.
  • Must possess a diligent approach to timekeeping and file management.
  • Must be client-focused, organised.
  • Flexibility to work extra hours and weekends during peak periods.
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate with wider teams and our clients using Google Suite and Office 365.
  • Fluent in both Cantonese and English 
  • Video experience desirable