Visual Story Teller

Visual Storyteller:
Staff Photographer, Videographer & Content Creator – Sarasota Magazine / Dream Large Overview

At Dream Large, we believe in the power of story to inspire change, spark imagination, and strengthen communities. Through Sarasota Magazine and our broader community initiatives, we create meaningful editorial and visual content that reflects the people, culture, and ideas shaping our region.

We’re looking for a creative powerhouse who can capture that spirit through the lens, translating moments, ideas, and people into compelling visual narratives for Sarasota Magazine, Dream Large initiatives and our partner projects. It’s not just about producing beautiful images—it’s about documenting the essence of our work, our partners, and the communities we serve.

Serve as staff photographer for Sarasota Magazine, producing high-quality photography for editorial features, profiles, dining coverage, lifestyle stories, special sections, and cover concepts.

Collaborate closely with editors, writers, designers, and creative leadership to develop visual approaches that elevate storytelling and align with the magazine’s brand and editorial standards.

Photograph on location and in studio settings, including portraits, interiors, food, events, and documentary-style assignments.

Execute photo shoots efficiently while maintaining professionalism, creativity, and strong interpersonal communication with subjects and clients.

Assist in conceptualizing and producing cover shoots and visually distinctive feature packages.

Capture high-quality photography and video for Sarasota Magazine and Dream Large initiatives, community projects, events, campaigns, and branded content.

Apply a documentary-style approach to storytelling that highlights authentic moments and emotional depth.

Shoot across diverse environments, from intimate interviews to high-energy public events, maintaining consistency in style and tone.

Create short-form video and multimedia content optimized for social media and digital platforms.

Collaborate with creative, editorial, and strategy teams to identify story angles and visual approaches that align with organizational goals and audience interests.

Translate complex ideas or community initiatives into visual stories that are relatable, shareable, and emotionally impactful.

Support concept development for short-form and long-form video content, including scripting, storyboarding, and shot planning.

Contribute creative ideas for editorial packages, social storytelling, and branded campaigns.

Edit photos and video for multiple channels—including print, web, social media, presentations, exhibitions, and partner publications—ensuring high visual and narrative quality.

Manage photo retouching, color correction, color grading, sound mixing, and basic motion graphics when needed to enhance storytelling impact.

Maintain organized archives of digital assets, metadata, and project files for efficient retrieval and long-term use.

Research, recommend, and maintain photography and video equipment to support evolving creative needs.

Contribute to editorial content calendars, ensuring timely delivery of assets for print production, digital publishing, social media, and promotional campaigns.

Optimize media formats for various platforms, including Instagram, Tik Tok, You Tube, newsletters, and

Support audience engagement by creating visually compelling content tailored to platform-specific trends and best practices.

Build relationships with subjects, partners, advertisers, and collaborators to ensure respectful, authentic representation in all visual storytelling.

Represent Sarasota Magazine and Dream Large professionally at community events, shoots, and public-facing initiatives.

Occasionally guide contributors, interns, freelancers, or community partners on visual storytelling best practices.

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