Job Description

As Canada's largest privately owned communications company, we partner with our clients to provide marketing solutions that inform, inspire, and empower audiences across every platform. Owner and publisher of Canada's most iconic portfolio of media brands--Maclean's, Chatelaine, and Toronto Life to name a few--we provide incredible reach to an influential audience.


Are you ready to join a forward-thinking, creative, and collaborative team? Then come join us at SJC Content in this Photo Assistant role.

Overview

We currently have an opportunity for an internship in the Creative Department in the role of a

Assistant

Photographer Intern

. This candidate has a creative eye for great photography and project coordination, bringing


fresh ideas to life.

Key Responsibilities

? Support photographers, art directors, and the production team in capturing high-quality photography and


video for print, social media, digital campaigns, and branded content.


? Assist in setting up studio shoots: unpacking, organizing, and assembling camera and lighting equipment.


? Supporting stylists team with sample assembly, unpacking and tagging.


? Demonstrate a solid understanding of lighting techniques and camera operation.


? Maintain studio cleanliness, organization, and readiness for shoots.


? Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail on all tasks.


? Assist with multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


? Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while also being able to work independently.


? Stay informed on current trends in photography, design, pop culture, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

? 1-3 years of education or experience in photography or a related field; internship or assistant experience


preferred.


? A strong portfolio is required (please include a link with your application).


? Solid understanding of photography, lighting, and video production.


? Familiarity with professional photo and video equipment and studio strobe lighting.


? Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) and Capture One.


? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Core Competencies

? Strong collaboration and communication skills.


? Tech-savvy, with excellent computer and file management abilities.


? Video editing knowledge considered an asset


? Highly organized, with effective time management and multitasking skills.


? Energetic self-starter who embraces creative challenges.


? Conceptual thinker with a talent for connecting ideas and generating innovative solutions.


? Creatively driven and able to brainstorm unique, trend-forward ideas.


? Drivers license an asset



If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you

SJC Values

Amaze our customers:

We put our customers' evolving needs at the heart of the business and inspire through our ideas, quality and service.

Be relentlessly curious:

We take the initiative to learn, try new things and brainstorm the next big idea.

Respect every individual as equal:

We value diversity as the means to creativity and cultivate a collaborative environment where everyone belongs.

Innovate and adapt with urgency:

Forward-thinking and flexible, we react quickly and boldly to change.

Contribute to our community:

We apply our resources and passions to make a difference - for people and our planet.

Accommodations at SJC


SJC is an equal opportunity employer. SJC is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Inclusion at SJC


Equality and respect for all is one of our founding values and core beliefs at SJC. We are a diverse group with associates of all ages, orientations, races and talents. We celebrate this diversity and we draw strength from it. Inclusivity at SJC means fostering a culture that welcomes and respects each individual as equal - both inside our walls and within the larger community.