Freelance Photographer & Videographer (Nationwide – South Africa)
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled photographers and videographers has grown significantly in the remote job market, with a 25% increase in 2025 alone. As companies like Sourcefin prioritize storytelling and visual content, professionals with a strong portfolio and experience in corporate and documentary-style content are in high demand. With the rise of remote work, freelancers can now access a wider range of clients and projects. Sourcefin's commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses makes this role particularly interesting, offering a unique opportunity to capture real stories and contribute to the growth of the South African economy.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Freelance Photographer and Videographer at Sourcefin, you will play a crucial role in capturing authentic business stories and moments across South Africa. Your work will contribute to the company's mission of enabling small and growing businesses through intelligent, human-centred technology and funding solutions. You will be part of a nationwide network of freelancers, working on-demand assignments to document significant business moments, such as deal deliveries, founder stories, and client site visits.The role requires a high level of flexibility, as assignments can arise on short notice. You will need to be comfortable working independently, traveling to client sites, and capturing professional photos and video footage in a variety of environments. Your ability to work quickly, deliver high-quality content, and represent Sourcefin professionally will be essential to your success in this role.
Sourcefin is one of South Africa's fastest-growing alternative funders, and its commitment to storytelling and visual content makes this role an exciting opportunity for photographers and videographers looking to contribute to the growth of the real economy.
What You Will Do
- Travel to client sites or business locations when requested to capture photos and video footage
- Document deal deliveries, founder stories, and business moments
- Film short interview clips or natural interactions where appropriate
- Capture B-roll of business activity, facilities, products, and teams
- Deliver clean, organised raw footage and images to our shared folder shortly after the shoot
- Ensure lighting, framing, and sound quality meet professional standards
- Represent Sourcefin professionally when interacting with clients and entrepreneurs
- Work independently on location, using your own professional camera, lenses, and audio equipment
- Be comfortable working in a variety of environments, such as factories, offices, and warehouses
- Be able to move quickly when shoots are scheduled on short notice
What We Are Looking For
- A skilled photographer and/or videographer with a strong portfolio
- Experience capturing corporate, documentary-style, or brand storytelling content
- Ability to work independently on location
- Own professional camera, lenses, and audio equipment
- Comfortable working in a variety of environments
- Able to move quickly when shoots are scheduled on short notice
- Reliable, professional, and easy to work with
- Able to deliver footage and images quickly after a shoot
- Strong communication skills and ability to represent Sourcefin professionally
Nice to Have
- Experience shooting entrepreneur stories or small business environments
- Basic colour grading or light editing skills
- Experience capturing interview-style content
- Drone capability (where legal and appropriate)
Benefits and Perks
- Opportunities to capture authentic business moments and contribute to the growth of the real economy
- Flexible freelance assignments with potential for ongoing work
- Chance to build your portfolio with high-impact business storytelling
- Access to a network of like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs
- Opportunity to work with a fast-growing alternative funder
- Remote work opportunities with flexible scheduling
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your photography and videography skills, including examples of corporate and documentary-style content.
- Invest in high-quality equipment, including a professional camera, lenses, and audio equipment.
- Practice working independently and efficiently, as you will be required to deliver high-quality content on short notice.
- Familiarize yourself with Sourcefin's mission and values to understand the type of content they are looking for.
- Be prepared to showcase your ability to work quickly and deliver high-quality content, and be open to feedback and direction.
- Research the current market rates for freelance photography and videography services to ensure you are fairly compensated for your work.
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