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Location: London

Job posted: 17/06/2025 15:54

Application closes: 20/07/2025 22:59

Company: Youth Music Awards

Role: Event Photographer

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Working closely with our Communications Team and agency partners, you’ll be our eyes and ears on the ground, from on stage, red carpet and amongst the audience. As well as delivering on a pre-agreed shot list, you’ll be constantly on the lookout for unexpected moments, then co-ordinating with team members and guests to bring them to life. 

Successful applicants will receive a full brief, but responsibilities will include:

  • Working closely with experienced press photographers
  • Collaborating with other photographers to deliver full shot list
  • Editing and uploading files on location as required
  • On site photo shortlisting with Youth Music Communications Team
  • Editing and provision of selected photos by EOP Thursday 16 October

Experience and qualities we’re seeking

Minimum Criteria

  • Experience with DSLR photography and photo editing
  • Provide own equipment and insurance 

Essential

  • A fan of music and culture, whatever the genre
  • Considering or already pursuing a career in the music industries
  • Confident working independently and as a team
  • Polite, personable, organised and calm under pressure
  • Able to work to deadlines

Desirable

  • Experience of event, gig, or press photography at an awards ceremony

Youth Music aims to support young people in the early stages of developing creative careers, therefore we would particularly like to encourage applications from those aged 25 or under (or up to 30 if d/Deaf, Disabled or neurodivergent).

Before applying, click 'Find out more' above to read the full job description for this role.

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