Proper job. Photography, Olympics, what more d’ya want?

“Working as part of the Press Operations team, a Venue Photo Manager will be appointed to each of the venues to manage photo operations during Games time”.

Key knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required:

• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the photojournalism industry
• Experience in managing photographers at sports events
• Understanding of the needs of international media organisations working at major events
• Comfortable in speaking to the media
• Experience in leading and motivating people
• Experience in project management
• Experience in managing photographers at the Olympic Games or other major multi sport events a distinct advantage
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential

Key competencies and behaviours:

• • Ability to follow guidelines and implement policies
• Ability to work as part of a large team
• Strong management and customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Sound administrative skills
• Sense of humour
• Ability to resolve issues in an efficient and intuitive manner
• Flexible approach
• Understands and is committed to LOCOG’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy, aims and target zones (see below).

The London 2012 Olympics need Venue Photo managers.

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As you would expect, the pay is ‘Competitive’. With whom, I don’t know. But it fits.