Associate Photographer

Creative Co-Op, Inc.•Memphis, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

With a strong technical skill set and an eye for what looks good, the Associate Photographer will execute imagery for the product catalog to ensure assets are on brand, on strategy & relevant, working under the direction of the Creative Services Manager. This role is a key collaborator, partnering with all pre- and post-production teams. This role requires the ability to understand our photography standards and quality expectations and execute on them consistently. Incredible focus, speed, and the ability to pivot quickly due to ever-changing business needs and a sense of urgency are required.

Requirements

BFA in Photography, Videography, or Graphic Design
At least 1 year of experience in addition to a BFA degree, or 2-3 years of experience without a BFA degree.
Proficient with DSLR cameras.
Knowledge of appropriate lighting techniques and how to best showcase products (strobes, monolights, etc.).
High level of experience and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom/Lightroom Classic.
Understanding of color-managed workflows including white balance and monitor/camera calibration.
Ability to understand and capture the key selling points of products and visually convey them to the end consumer.
Strong eye for what looks good, with the technical skill to execute it quickly and consistently.
Ability to understand CCOI’s photography standards and quality expectations and execute on them consistently.
Ability to take and incorporate direction with a positive “can-do” attitude.
Ability to self-manage, multi-task, and execute time-sensitive projects.
Process-oriented approach to task management.
Ability to identify opportunities for streamlining processes.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of efficiently creating and organizing a catalog of digital assets.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Prior product photography experience, including experience in the gift and décor/furniture industry is preferred.
Familiarity with trafficking software such as Wrike for studio project management.
Knowledge and understanding of CaptureOne.
Familiarity with Catsy or similar PIM/DAM platforms.
Familiarity with Wrike.
Experience with automated background-removal/clipping workflows.
Exposure to automated workflow tools and AI-generated digital assets is a plus.

Responsibilities

Execute high-quality, technically precise product photography efficiently for use across multiple mediums
Learn and perform all aspects of a photography shoot, including lighting, editing, and file management.
Manage the editing, clipping, color correction, etc. internally and with third-party services.
Meet daily production goals with speed and consistency, adhering to imagery standards as noted in the retailer partner style guides.
Understand our photography standards and quality expectations, and execute on them consistently to create compelling imagery.
Load images into Salsify (our PIM/DAM), following established file naming and routing protocols.
Partner with merchandising and product teams on the prioritization of products and availability of samples for photoshoots.
Monitor and action studio shot lists to ensure proper prioritization of items - raise flags when in jeopardy and be solution-oriented.
Stay abreast of the latest trends and work to identify any challenges in the workflow while suggesting long-term improvements.
Work with cross-functional partners to identify product features, ensuring that the proper usage of the product is conveyed and that the preferred angles are photographed.
Assist the Creative Services Manager in daily tasks and special projects as needed, including on set during production and set-up.