TAPS Photographer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead photography experiences for guests with care and thoughtfulness, adapting to different interests and skill levels.
• Guide guests on photographic safaris, helping them capture meaningful moments in the Mara and Amboseli with attentiveness and warmth.
• Host photography classes and editing sessions that are clear, engaging, and enjoyable.
• Look after guest camera rentals, keeping all equipment well maintained, functional, and ready to use.
• Capture and create images that reflect the spirit, story, and heart of Angama.
• Work closely with guides and lodge teams to bring guest stories to life through photography and shared experiences.
• Contribute high-quality images and storytelling to blogs, social media, and other communication channels.
• Organise, care for, and maintain photography equipment to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Support the setup and breakdown of equipment for guest experiences and special occasions.
• Collaborate with the Head of TAPS and fellow photographers to maintain a consistent and seamless guest experience.
• Build strong, supportive relationships with lodge teams to ensure a joyful guest journey.
• Share knowledge generously, nurturing a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Deliver every interaction with warmth, attentiveness, and a genuine sense of joy.
• Live Angama’s values; ubuntu, respect, honesty, courage, and joy in all you do.

Key Qualities

• Warm, patient, and naturally guest-focused.
• Creative with a strong eye for detail and storytelling.
• Confident in guiding and teaching others in a clear and simple way.
• Calm, adaptable, and comfortable in a dynamic lodge environment.
• A strong communicator who connects easily with guests from around the world.
• Organised and responsible, especially when caring for equipment.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting others.
• Naturally aligned with Angama’s values: ubuntu, respect, honesty, courage, and joy.

Qualifications and Experience

• BA/BSc/HND degree or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in photography, ideally within a hospitality or safari setting.
• Strong technical knowledge of cameras, lenses, and editing software.
• Experience in teaching or guiding photography experiences is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with the Mara and/or Amboseli landscapes and wildlife is beneficial.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your CV, a supporting letter, and an informal video of no longer than 2 minutes, along with any other relevant documentation showcasing your qualifications, experience, and alignment with the Angama core values.