A Photographer serving Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is responsible for overseeing and operating the resort’s guest photography studio, delivering exceptional and personalized photo experiences for guests while capturing high-quality images that create lasting memories.
In addition to managing guest photo sessions, the role also supports the Marketing team with resort and promotional photography to showcase the property and enhance brand visibility
Specifically, as a Photographer for Waldorf Astoria Maldives you will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Manage and operate the guest photo studio, offering professional photo sessions to guests during their stay, including special events, family portraits, and personalized experiences.
Ensure all guest photo shoots align with the resort’s luxury standards and deliver memorable experiences, contributing to guest satisfaction and engagement.
Edit and retouch guest photos to provide a premium service, offering high-quality printed or digital images as part of the resort's services.
Support the marketing team with property photography for digital and print media, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
Assist in capturing images of resort facilities, dining, and other promotional activities when needed, ensuring consistency across marketing channels.
Manage the digital asset library for both guest and property images, ensuring easy access and organization.
Stay updated on the latest photography trends and technologies to enhance guest offerings and marketing visuals.
Support the videographer as needed during video shoots, ensuring cohesive visual content and assisting with set preparations.
Qualifications
At Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.
Photographer serving Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follow:
Proven experience as a photographer, preferably in the hospitality or luxury industry.
Proficiency in using photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in guest portraits and event photography.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to create a comfortable environment for guests during photo sessions.
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of composition and lighting.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules, including working evenings and weekends as needed
How We’ll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a photographer, preferably in hospitality or the luxury industry.
- Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating guest portrait and event photography expertise.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to create a comfortable environment for guests.
- Strong attention to detail and sense of composition and lighting.
- Flexibility to work changing schedules, including evenings and weekends.
Hilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Go Hilton provides heavily discounted hotel stays for team members and extends access to family and friends, with up to 110 discounted nights and rates as low as $40 in some cases. Additional wellbeing resources include an Employee Assistance Program, mental-health support, caregiving resources, and programs like Thrive and sabbaticals.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is offered with a company match of 100% on the first 3% of eligible pay plus 50% on the next 2%. This structure provides meaningful employer support for long‑term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — New parents receive 4 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with birthing parents receiving an additional 8 weeks for a total of 12 weeks. Support extends to adoption assistance up to $10,000 per eligible child and resources for caregiving.
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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,300 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for six consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 165 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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