Photographer (Multimedia)

This position is posted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Job Ref: 261106013-IE 學系/部門：Communications and Public Affairs Office Category: General Staff 截止日期：20 November 2026 Source: PolyU Careers Apply: https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=261106013 ---

(Ref. 261106013-IE)

[to be appointed at the substantive level of Assistant Technical Officer]

Duties

The appointee will be required to:

(a) provide photography services for academic and non-academic units of the University, covering events, ceremonies, publicity activities, campaigns, portraits and campus life;

(b) coordinate photography requests and schedules to support the communications and publicity needs of the units;

(c) produce photo and short-form video content for print, online and social media platforms in line with the University’s brand guidelines;

(d) edit and prepare images for various platforms, including retouching, colour correction and cropping;

(e) support basic video shooting and editing for interviews, event highlights and social media content;

(f) maintain photography and videography equipment, and assist in inventory control;

(g) manage filing, tagging and archiving of photo and video materials in the Office’s digital asset library; and

(h) perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Office or her delegates.

Qualifications

Applicants should:

(a) have a recognised diploma or above in Photography, Film, Creative Media, Multimedia Design or related disciplines, with at least three years of relevant experience, preferably in institutional, corporate or event photography;

(b) possess solid technical knowledge of digital photography, lighting and equipment operation in event settings;

(c) be proficient in photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom or related software;

(d) have practical experience in basic video shooting and editing using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro, with knowledge of motion graphics being an advantage;

(e) have a good visual sense and storytelling ability;

(f) be self-motivated, detail-minded and able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;

(g) possess good interpersonal and communication skills; and

(h) be willing to work outside normal office hours, including weekends and public holidays, when required.

Applicants must provide a photography portfolio (website or PDF), preferably including event photography samples, and selected video samples or a showreel demonstrating basic shooting and editing skills.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement.

Consideration of applications will commence on 20 November 2026 until the position is filled.