Job Description

Photopass Photographers approach guests to create and capture magical moments through compelling photos. Our photography offerings allow our guests to transform photo images into lasting and cherished memories. All of our photographers are stationed both indoors and outdoors and will carry photography equipment to the various locations.At Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa our photography offerings may include:Character ExperiencesSay aloha to Mickey Mouse and his friends as they pose with our guests at various locations throughout Aulani, A Disney Resort & SpaCharacter Dining

• Capture the interaction as Mickey Mouse and his friends interact with our guests during dining experiences
• Tableside sales of dining photo packages

Resort Activities Photography

• Our Photographers are on hand at lots of family activities and events to capture those once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Plus, they'll be getting priceless shots of our guests and other kids' playtimes and activities!

Underwater Photography

• Our Photographers can catch all the wet and wild fun as our guests snorkel, splash and play in the waters of Aulani Resort. You'll frequently find our Resort photographers ready and wading in various locations throughout the Waikalohe Valley including Rainbow Reef, Waikalohe Stream, Keiki Cove, Waikalohe Pool, Ka Maka Landing and Ko Olina Beach.

Photo Scavenger Hunt

• Support the guest experience by use of an interactive map!

Instructor-Guided Tours (Sunset Photo, Night Photography Classes)

• Share with our guests professional tips for photographing sunset and nighttime scene amid the beauty of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa

Painting with Light

• Using long exposure, help our guests release their inner-artist

Portrait Sessions

• Our Professional Portrait Photographers use the splendor of Aulani as a backdrop to create memories that our guests will treasure forever

Click here to learn aboutResponsibilities :

• Proactively acknowledge, engage, and interact with all Guests
• Contribute to the Guestxe2x80x99s Resort experience by anticipating their needs and offering Resort information including events and directions
• Look for opportunities to communicate with Guests and recommend the variety of service offerings available with Disneyxe2x80x99s PhotoPass
• Capture high-quality Guest photos by using the latest in photo capture technology and utilizing the guidelines for image composition
• Sell Dining Photo Packages to Guests at their table during their Character Breakfast, Character Dinner, and Luau experience
• Provide a seamless experience for Guests by learning basic camera trouble shooting
• Assist and invite guests to view their photos
• Play an active role in helping the team achieve productivity goals
• Flexibility in maneuvering outdoors, while exposed to varied environmental conditions for 8-10 hours (heat, cold, wind, rain, sand, sun, salt water in Rainbow Reef, and chlorine in the pools)
• Constantly walking/standing up to 8-10 hours per day
• Continuously hold, carry, and lift up to 10 lbs. of camera equipment

Basic Qualifications :

• Currently enrolled or graduated within six months of application submission, in an accredited college/university
• Flexibility in maneuvering outdoors, while exposed to varied environmental conditions for 8-10 hours (heat, cold, wind, rain, chlorine, sand, salt water)
• Constantly walking/standing up to 8 hours per day
• Continuously hold, carry, and lift up to 10 lbs of camera equipment
• Transport 40 lbs camera equipment to and from photo locations
• Use a camera neck strap and waist belt equipment for 8-10 hours
• Conduct repetitive and frequent use of hands up to 8-10 hours capturing, reviewing, editing and fulfilling Guest photos
• Constantly bending/twisting at the waist, frequently bending/twisting of the head or neck up to 6 hours per day
• Create an individualized magical experience for Guests while capturing their photos
• Personalize Guest images into cherished memories

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Hawaiian/Japanese language preferred
• Working knowledge of manual DSLR settings
• Previous experience shooting family portraits
• Knowledge of Japanese language preferred

Additional Information :SCHEDULE AVAILABILTY
Part-Time: Must be available for a minimum of 3 full days of availability, including one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday). Must be available to work up to 40 hours per week during training.SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
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Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa