Remote within AustraliaPaid trial with ongoing freelance opportunitiesModern Viking is looking for a talented product photographer, videographer and content creator to become our long-term creative partner.The role will begin with a paid product-content trial.
We will ship the trial product directly to you.If your work matches our brand and performs commercially, we want you to become our go-to creator for future product launches, website content, advertising campaigns, social media, email marketing and short-form video.This is not a basic white-background eCommerce photography role.We create premium, cinematic content that tells a story and makes our products feel handcrafted, masculine, gift-worthy and high-end.About Modern VikingModern Viking is a growing Australian eCommerce brand selling handcrafted Viking-inspired drinkware, jewellery, knives, axes, collectibles and gifts.We are building a reliable network of creative partners who can consistently produce content that elevates our products and helps sell them online.About the RoleProducts will be shipped directly to you to photograph and film from your own studio, home studio or suitable location.You will help us create:Premium product photographyLifestyle and product-in-use photographyTikToks, Instagram Reels and YouTube ShortsPaid advertising creativesWebsite product images and bannersProduct-launch contentEmail-marketing images and videosBehind-the-scenes and craftsmanship contentShort product demonstrations and unboxing videosCreative concepts, shot lists and campaign ideasThe product must always remain the hero.We are not looking for someone who simply takes attractive photographs.
We want someone who understands lighting, styling, composition, storytelling, buyer psychology and how visual content increases perceived product value.Our Visual StyleModern Viking content is:Dark, premium and cinematicMasculine, rich and detailedOutdoor or outdoor-inspiredTextured and atmosphericStrongly lit without hiding product detailsHandcrafted, authentic and gift-worthyComparable to premium whisky, luxury leather and high-end commercial advertisingWe want Viking-inspired content without making the products look cheap, theatrical or like costume props.What You Will DoReceive Modern Viking products by postDevelop creative concepts before each shootCreate mood boards and shot lists where requiredFilm and edit short-form social contentShoot premium product and lifestyle photographyProduce content suitable for paid advertisingCreate multiple formats for websites, Meta ads, TikTok, Instagram and YouTubeContribute ideas for locations, props, lighting,



angles and storytellingPhotograph craftsmanship, materials, dimensions and important product detailsCreate strong opening hooks for short-form videoProfessionally edit, retouch and colour-grade completed contentDeliver organised high-resolution and web-ready filesSafely store and return products when requestedWhat We Are Looking ForYou should be:Based in AustraliaExperienced in product photography and short-form videoComfortable filming and editing content yourselfConfident using a professional camera, smartphone or bothFast and capable with software such as CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop or similarAble to produce strong product photography, not only portraits, weddings or eventsAble to photograph reflective metal, timber, leather, glass and detailed handcrafted productsAble to source or create suitable backgrounds, locations and stylingCreative, commercially minded and willing to contribute ideasCapable of following a brand brief while suggesting stronger creative opportunitiesReliable with deadlines, file organisation and communicationComfortable safely handling products including knives, axes and other bladed itemsExperience with eCommerce, paid advertising, graphic design or direct-response creative is highly regarded.Equipment and LocationsYou must provide:Suitable professional camera equipmentAppropriate lensesLighting equipmentVideo and audio equipment where requiredProfessional editing softwareAccess to suitable indoor, studio, outdoor or lifestyle locationsSecure storage for products while they are in your possessionModern Viking will provide the products, campaign brief and brand direction.Any additional expenses involving models, specialist props, travel, paid locations or equipment hire must be approved before the shoot.Paid TrialShortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a paid trial using the:Howling Fenrir Wolf Drinking Horn and StandThe product will be shipped directly to the selected creator.Photography DeliverablesOne premium hero imageOne macro craftsmanship close-upOne in-hand image showing product scaleOne product-in-use or pouring imageOne side-profile or display imageOne detailed rim and interior imageVideo DeliverableOne professionally filmed and edited ***** second product video suitable for the Modern Viking website, social media and paid advertisingThe trial should make the product feel premium, desirable, handcrafted and gift-worthy.Final files must include:High-resolution edited imagesWeb-ready image exportsVertical social-media videoA clean video version without permanent text overlaysAgreed alternative crops or formatsFull agreed commercial usage rights for Modern VikingThe trial price, timeline, shipping arrangements and exact scope will be agreed before the product is sent.Products must not be photographed, published, posted online or shown in a portfolio before launch without written approval from Modern Viking.Ongoing OpportunitySuccessful creators may receive regular work across:Recent product launchesWebsite photographyOrganic social contentMeta and TikTok advertising creativesEmail campaignsSeasonal gift campaignsLifestyle contentLarger brand shootsThe amount of work will vary depending on launches, campaign requirements, performance and availability.Regular content packages and larger commercial campaign projects may be priced separately according to scope, locations, models, equipment and required deliverables.How to ApplyPlease provide:A link to your photography and video portfolioThree examples most relevant to the Modern Viking styleAt least one short-form video you personally filmed and editedYour locationYour availability and typical turnaround timeYour proposed rate or project pricingA list of the camera, lenses, lighting and editing equipment you useDetails of the locations or studio spaces available to youA short explanation of how you would approach the Howling Fenrir drinking-horn trialConfirmation that you can provide commercial usage rightsConfirmation that you can safely receive, store and return productsThe secret word "Valhalla" somewhere in your application so we know you read the entire advertisementApplications without a relevant portfolio or commercial work examples will not progress.Location: Remote within AustraliaEngagement: Paid freelance trial with potential ongoing project workProducts: Shipped directly to the creatorJob Type: ContractPay: $***** – $****** per hourBenefits:Employee discountApplication Question(s):how creative can you be after looking at our website?
what comes to your mind when you first look at our products and problems?
how will you create a customer journey through your photos and videos to reflect the beauty of the product?
Work Authorisation:Australia (Required)Work Location: Hybrid remote in Beresfield NSW ****

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