About the Role
Gbagada Football Club, popularly known as the Blue Eagles, is a dynamic semi-professional football club based in Lagos, Nigeria. Founded in 2013, the club primarily hosts its training and home matches at the Bariga Stadium and competes passionately in grassroots and developmental tiers, including the Nationwide League One Division One and The Creative Championship League and Cup. We are currently looking for a creative and dedicated Photographer to join our media team and help us visually narrate our journey on and off the pitch.
Key Responsibilities- Capture high-quality action photographs during all home matches, training sessions, and club events.
- Produce engaging visual content for our social media platforms, website, and digital campaigns in real-time.
- Edit and retouch photos efficiently to meet tight deadlines while maintaining the club brand identity.
- Collaborate closely with the media and communications team to plan creative visual strategies.
- Maintain and manage photography equipment, ensuring proper storage and handling before and after events.
- Archive and organize digital photo libraries for easy retrieval and historical record-keeping.
- Proven experience as a sports or action photographer with a strong portfolio showcasing dynamic imagery.
- Proficiency in industry-standard photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Deep understanding of football rules, pacing, and key moments to anticipate and capture crucial shots.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments, including evenings and weekends during match days.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player mindset based in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Gain valuable hands-on experience working within a fast-growing, professional Nigerian football club.
- Expand your professional sports media network and portfolio with high-profile match coverage.
- Enjoy a vibrant, energetic, and football-loving work culture with opportunities for career growth.