Photographer

Capture high-resolution photographs to create compelling visual stories.

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Overview

Capture high-resolution photographs to create compelling visual stories.

You have:

  • Experience in event and reportage photography.
  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Bridge.
  • Own high-end equipment capable of high-resolution (4000+ pixels) photography.
  • Ability to create full IPTC metadata and English captions as mini-stories.
  • Fluently bilingual in English and Arabic.
  • Skilled at obtaining consents and directing subjects.

Deadline for Applications

March 22, 2026Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

A (least hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)

FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type

CONTR Local Entry and Mid-Level SupportTarget Start Date

2026-04-01Terms of Reference

UNHCR Egypt seeks to hire a photographer with experience in event and reportage photography, proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Bridge, who uses their own high-end equipment to capture high-resolution (4000+ pixels) horizontal shots complete with full IPTC metadata and English captions crafted as mini-stories.

The ideal candidate is fluently bilingual in English and Arabic, skilled at obtaining consents, directing subjects and working flexibly in varied indoor/outdoor settings.Standard Job Description

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This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with event photography and how you handle challenging situations? This question assesses how the candidate has dealt with difficulties in previous events. Highlight specific challenges faced and how solutions were implemented.
What techniques do you use to ensure you capture the essence of an event? The interviewer wants to know the creative approaches of the candidate. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle post-processing of your photographs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Tell us about a time you had to direct subjects during a shoot. How did you ensure comfort and effectiveness? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you describe your approach to storytelling through photography? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What equipment do you currently use, and how do you feel it impacts your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a project where you had to capture high-resolution images under pressure. What was the outcome? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with consent when photographing individuals at events? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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