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Freelance Videographer & Photographer

Catalyst Media Fze

Abu Dhabi, AEonsitePosted Aug 20, 2026
Posting intelligenceActively listed

Skills

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About the role

seeking an experienced Freelance Videographer and Photographer for a project-based assignment with a client.

We are looking for a creative professional who can independently plan, shoot and edit high-quality photos and videos for social media, digital marketing and brand storytelling.

The successful candidate must have proven experience in videography, photography, video editing, photo editing, short-form video production and social media content creation. You must also own professional camera and production equipment.

This is a freelance, project-based opportunity with the potential for ongoing assignments based on performance and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and execute professional photography and videography shoots at the venue.

Capture high-quality photos and videos of facilities, activities, events and brand experiences

Create engaging visual content for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Google Business Profile, websites and digital marketing campaigns

Capture authentic and natural moments that support the brand's storytelling strategy

Shoot short-form vertical videos for Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels and TikTok

Edit professional short-form videos, promotional videos and social media content

Edit and retouch photographs, including colour correction and image optimisation

Add appropriate transitions, text, music and other creative elements to video content where required

Produce content in both vertical and horizontal formats

Work from content briefs, shot lists and marketing requirements

Organise and deliver final edited photos and videos within agreed deadlines

Provide raw footage and original files when required

Suggest creative ideas for improving visual content and brand storytelling

Maintain professional standards while working in a nursery and child-focused environment

Follow all client requirements relating to photography permissions, privacy and safeguarding

Required Qualifications and Skills

Please apply only if you meet the following requirements:

Proven professional experience as a Videographer, Photographer or Videographer/Photographer

Strong portfolio demonstrating professional photography and videography work

Proven experience creating Instagram Reels, TikTok videos and other short-form social media videos

Strong video editing and photo editing skills

Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro or similar professional video editing software

Experience with Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop or similar professional photo editing software

Strong understanding of visual storytelling, composition, framing and lighting

Ability to independently manage a professional shoot from planning through final delivery

Strong attention to detail and ability to meet agreed deadlines

Good communication skills and ability to work from a creative brief

Reliable, professional and well organised

Equipment Requirements

Candidates must own and be able to use professional production equipment, including:

Professional camera suitable for high-quality photography and videography

Suitable lenses for wide-angle, portrait and detail shots

Camera stabilisation equipment such as a gimbal

Professional lighting equipment where required

Suitable audio equipment for interviews, testimonials or spoken content where required

Equipment capable of producing high-resolution photography and high-quality video content

Ability to shoot content in both vertical and horizontal formats

Preferred Experience

Experience creating content for any of the following industries will be an advantage:

Schools or education

Clinics

Children's brands

Family-focused businesses

Lifestyle brands

Hospitality or consumer brands

Experience working in a child-focused environment is preferred. The selected freelancer must be comfortable working professionally around children and following all applicable photography consent, privacy and safeguarding requirements.

Application Requirements

To be considered, please submit:

Your professional portfolio or relevant work samples

Links to your website, Instagram, Behance or other portfolio platforms

Examples of previously edited short-form videos or Reels

Examples of professional photography work

Details of your camera, lenses and major production equipment

Details of the video and photo editing software you use

Your current location and availability

Your freelance project rate or day rate

A brief summary of your relevant experience

Applications without a portfolio or relevant work samples may not be considered.

Job Type

Freelance | Project-Based

There is potential for ongoing photography and videography assignments for the right candidate.

We are looking for a professional who can combine technical expertise, creativity, professional equipment and strong visual storytelling skills to create high-quality content for a premium nursery brand.

Pay: AED1,466.22 - AED6,869.64 per month

Work Location: In person

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