[Hiring] Photography Tutor @Learning Online Pty

Role Description

As a tutor and mentor for our photography courses, your job is to guide students through their learning journey, provide clear feedback, and keep them motivated and on track. This is a fully remote role where you will be:

• Marking student assignments and giving clear, encouraging feedback (written, plus photo portfolio and video submissions)
• Critiquing images on composition, exposure, lighting and editing, with practical tips to improve
• Running student support calls over phone and video
• Answering student questions by email with friendly, practical guidance
• Completing welcome and onboarding calls for new students
• Providing both course specific and general learning support
• Supporting students across different countries and time zones

Qualifications

• Relevant training or qualifications in photography, visual arts or a related field
• At least 2 years hands-on experience working as a photographer
• A strong portfolio that shows technical skill and a good eye
• Strong written communication, with the ability to give clear, supportive feedback
• Confident verbal communication, comfortable explaining technical concepts (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, lighting) in simple terms
• Good basic computer literacy: email, online platforms, and reviewing photo and video submissions
• A genuine love of teaching, coaching and seeing people improve
• A warm, professional, student-focused attitude
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to assess creative work fairly and consistently
• The discipline to work independently, manage your time, and hit turnaround expectations
• Teaching, tutoring or workshop experience is a bonus

Requirements

• Professional photography (portrait, wedding, events, product or commercial)
• Studio or location photography and lighting
• Photo editing and retouching (Lightroom, Photoshop or similar)
• Running a freelance or small photography business
• Solid hands-on experience creating and delivering professional images

Benefits

• 23,000 ZAR per month base salary + performance-based bonuses (approx 1-2000 ZAR monthly)
• Fully remote
• Comprehensive onboarding and training
• Free access to additional courses
• Career progression opportunities as we scale globally