About this role
At Discovery Cove Orlando, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!
Senior Photographer
Can you say “cheese” without actually being cheesy? Do you have a passion for turning meaningful moments into megapixels? You can’t put a price on happiness. But you can help people bring home a wonderful reminder of one of the best times of their lives. We’re looking for engaging and energetic individuals to join us as Senior Photographers at Discovery Cove.
What you get to do:
As a Senior Photographer, you’ll help guests turn their wonderful park memories into fun, lasting photographic imagery. We’re looking to you to provide exceptional guest service while answering any questions guests may have about their experience. You will:
- Greet and interact with guests, answer questions and resolve guest issues
- Actively approach guests to encourage group or individual photos
- Take high quality images of guest’s animal interactions
- Direct guests on how to view and purchase photos
- Process and edit photos using computer software
- Sell retail merchandise and photos when assigned
- Keep all assigned areas clean and organized
- Perform other duties as assigned
What it takes to succeed:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma
- Outgoing personality with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take quality images with digital camera
- Ability to accurately handle cash and learn to use point of sale system
- Ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in stressful situations
- Strong multi-tasking abilities
- Ability to work independently with little to no supervision
- Previous guest service and photography experience preferred
- DSLR camera knowledge a plus
- Must be able to walk in sand
- Must be comfortable working in/around water and wearing a wetsuit
- Must be comfortable working around animals
- Must be able to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Other facts
About SeaWorld
United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company with a world-class portfolio of seven brands across 13 parks in the United States and Abu Dhabi. The Company’s award-winning portfolio of iconic brands includes SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Aquatica.
Our portfolio offers experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides and coasters, inspiring up-close encounters and educational presentations with wildlife, and exciting shows, concerts, and live performances.
We are committed to wildlife conservation globally, and all three SeaWorld parks, plus Discovery Cove and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are accredited members of the AZA, one of the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Our parks serve as one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, actively participate in endangered species survival programs, and make significant contributions to science through field research and the study of animals in our care.
Website: www.UnitedParks.com
What you'll do
- As a Senior Photographer, you will help guests capture their memorable experiences at Discovery Cove through high-quality photography. You will also provide exceptional guest service, assist with photo purchases, and maintain cleanliness in assigned areas.
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