BERT OGDEN HARLINGEN CAR DETAILER SERVICE/SALES DEPARTMENT

Bert Ogden Mercedes Inc•Mcallen, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Automotive Inventory Photographer to support the marketing and inventory process across our dealership group. This role is responsible for photographing new and used vehicles as they arrive, ensuring consistent, high-quality visual representation for online platforms and internal systems. This is a critical step in our vehicle merchandising process and helps drive customer engagement and sales.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Basic photography knowledge preferred (professional camera experience a plus but not required)
Strong attention to detail
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
Able to move and stage vehicles safely (must have a valid driver's license)
Dependable and self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Ability to learn and use dealership software or image upload platforms

Responsibilities

Photograph new and used vehicles upon arrival using company standards for angles, lighting, and consistency
Upload images promptly to our vehicle inventory management systems (e.g., vAuto, HomeNet, Dealer.com – platform will be trained if unknown)
Ensure each vehicle is clean and photo-ready before imaging
Stage vehicles in appropriate backgrounds (or designated photo booths/lots)
Maintain a consistent daily workflow to ensure fast vehicle turnaround
Re-shoot vehicles as needed due to weather, damage, or updates
Communicate with the inventory team to track incoming vehicles and prioritize shoots
Occasionally assist in basic image editing or cropping if necessary