- Assistant Photographer & Visual Content Designer / Editor

Company: Digenie – Digital Marketing Division of Spice N Oil

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Creative & Production

Experience: 0–2 Years

- About DigenieDigenie is a digital marketing and creative agency working with brands across multiple industries. We specialise in social media marketing, creative design, photography, videography, video production, motion graphics and digital advertising.

We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Assistant Photographer & Visual Content Designer/Editor who can support our creative production team in executing high-quality visual content for our clients.

The candidate should have an interest in photography and videography, along with practical skills in graphic design, image editing and video editing.

This is a multi-skilled creative role that offers exposure to different aspects of digital content production.

- Key ResponsibilitiesA. Photography & Videography

- Assist senior photographers and creative team members during photoshoots and video shoots.
- Handle cameras, lenses, tripods, gimbals, lighting equipment and other production accessories.
- Assist with camera setup, lighting arrangements, framing, composition and background preparation.
- Capture product, food, lifestyle, corporate, event and promotional photographs.
- Shoot short-form video content, Instagram Reels and promotional footage.
- Assist in planning and executing creative shoot concepts.
- Organise, transfer, catalogue and maintain photographs and video footage.
- Ensure that all equipment is handled responsibly and maintained properly.

B. Photo Editing & Image Processing

- Edit and retouch photographs using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Perform colour correction, exposure adjustments, cropping and image enhancement.
- Remove unwanted elements and perform basic image manipulation.
- Prepare photographs for social media, advertisements and other digital platforms.
- Maintain visual consistency across different photographs and campaigns.

C. Video Editing

- Edit Instagram Reels, short-form videos, promotional videos and social media content.
- Perform basic cuts, transitions, colour correction, audio synchronisation and sound enhancements.
- Add subtitles, captions, text overlays and basic animations.
- Work with footage captured during shoots and transform it into engaging digital content.




- Export videos in appropriate formats and aspect ratios for different platforms.
- Assist with basic motion graphics and animated visual elements.

D. Graphic Design

- Design social media posters, carousels, Instagram Stories, thumbnails and other digital creatives.
- Create visually appealing layouts using appropriate typography, colour combinations, spacing and hierarchy.
- Understand and implement basic graphic design principles.
- Adapt existing brand templates and maintain brand consistency.
- Make creative modifications based on feedback from senior designers and the creative team.
- Assist in developing visual concepts for campaigns and promotional content.

3. Required Technical SkillsPhotography & Production

- Basic understanding of camera operations, exposure, ISO, shutter speed and aperture.
- Understanding of composition, framing, lighting and visual storytelling.
- Familiarity with DSLR or mirrorless cameras.
- Basic knowledge of studio lighting and photography accessories.

Design & Editing

- Adobe Photoshop – Basic to Intermediate.
- Adobe Lightroom – Basic to Intermediate.
- Adobe Premiere Pro / DaVinci Resolve – Basic to Intermediate.
- Adobe After Effects – Basic knowledge preferred.
- Canva – Working proficiency.
- CapCut or similar video editing software.

Candidates should be willing to learn additional tools and improve their technical capabilities.
- Essential Creative Skills
- Good visual sense and aesthetic understanding.
- Basic understanding of typography, colour theory, composition and layout.
- Ability to identify visual inconsistencies and design errors.
- Attention to detail and quality of execution.
- Creativity and willingness to experiment with new ideas.
- Ability to understand creative briefs and translate them into visual outputs.
- Good time management and ability to handle multiple assignments.
- Willingness to accept feedback and improve creative output.

5. Educational Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Photography, Visual Communication, Multimedia, Film Making, Graphic Design or a related discipline is preferred.




- Freshers with demonstrable creative skills and a strong portfolio may also apply.
- Practical experience and portfolio quality will be given preference over formal qualifications.

6. Portfolio RequirementsCandidates are encouraged to submit samples of their work, including:
1. Photography samples – Product, lifestyle, food, portrait or event photography.
2. Photo editing – Retouched and colour-corrected photographs.
3. Video editing – Reels, promotional videos or other short-form content.
4. Graphic design – Posters, social media creatives and carousels.
5. Any additional creative or multimedia projects.

Candidates with experience across multiple creative disciplines will have an added advantage.
- Performance ExpectationsThe candidate will initially work under the guidance of senior creative team members and photographers.

Over time, the candidate is expected to develop the ability to independently handle assigned tasks across photography, image processing, graphic design and video editing.

Performance will be evaluated based on:

- Quality and consistency of creative output.
- Technical improvement in photography and editing.
- Design fundamentals and visual aesthetics.
- Speed and efficiency of execution.
- Ability to understand and implement feedback.
- Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
- Initiative, creativity and willingness to learn.

8. Career Growth OpportunitiesBased on performance, skill development and demonstrated capabilities, the candidate can progress towards roles such as:
- Photographer & Visual Content Creator
- Video Editor & Graphic Designer
- Visual Content Specialist
- Senior Photographer / Creative Producer

9. Ideal Candidate ProfileWe are looking for someone who is passionate about visual content creation and wants to develop into a versatile creative professional. You do not need to be an expert photographer, designer or video editor when joining. However, you should possess a good creative foundation, basic technical knowledge, a willingness to learn and the ability to adapt.

At Digenie, we believe a positive visual content professional should understand more than just operating a camera. They should understand how visuals communicate, how designs attract attention and how videos tell stories.

- If you enjoy photography, designing, editing and experimenting with creative ideas, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Assistant Photographer (Chennai)
🏢 Digenie
📍 Chennai