Dealership Photographer

RUSNAK•Thousand Oaks, CA

10d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the success of Rusnak Automotive Group (the Company) by coordinating the functions of the Rusnak/Westlake photography needs.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma/GED
Current California Driver License with satisfactory Department of Motor Vehicle driving record
Knowledge of dealership operations and automotive products.
A minimum of 2+ years of photography experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

Effectively and Efficiently Manage Photo Processes for All Dealerships
Assists Marketing Director by facilitating the entire photo process from start to finish for all Westlake dealerships (Audi, BMW, Porsche, Volvo)
Oversees vehicle preparation, image and video capture, image processing and uploading.
Works with dealership sales teams to maintain efficient studio operation at direction of Marketing Director.
Ensures photos are taken in a timely fashion and that output meets marketing department goals.
Ensures studio processes and standards established by the Marketing Director and Rusnak photo consultants are being followed.
Monitors studio safety, cleaning and maintenance.
Leads special photo and video projects in the studio – production of web and TV content.
Trains and provides guidance studio assistants and dealership teams on Rusnak studio processes.
Builds Internal and External Client Relations/Retention
Maintains a strong “Client-Centric” vision and utilizes “The Rusnak Standard,” best core practices, as well as professional and exemplary service to provide every internal and external Client with an extraordinary experience during every encounter.
Actively listens and communicates, verbally and in writing, in a courteous, professional, clear, concise, and correct manner to identify Client needs beyond expressed concerns.
Responds in a timely, courteous, and professional manner with a “consultative, value-added” approach to secure Client understanding and develop a stronger business relationship and future business.
Exemplifies the Brand and Corporate Culture
Seizes every opportunity to improve Client satisfaction by conducting self in a professional manner and working in accordance Company values, beliefs, norms, and standards; holds self and others accountable for exemplifying the corporate culture.
Respects and demonstrates passion for the RUSNAK brand and our manufacturers’ brands; Behaves professionally, respectfully, honestly, and with the utmost ethical manner with internal/external Clients, vendors, business associates, and at work and any event and/or activity that is related to RUSNAK and/or its manufacturers.
Maintains a professional and well-groomed personal appearance at all times.
Initiates Personal/Professional Development
Seeks out opportunities to enhance organizational, personal communication, and negotiation skills.
Maintains current job and product knowledge to improve effectiveness with Clients and assigned tasks.
Consistently produces accurate and thorough work, even in peak periods, which meets “The Rusnak Standard.”
Ensures Safe Work Environment
Accepts individual responsibility and accountability for complying with the Company Health and Safety (H&S) processes within personal control; performs duties in a way that will not cause personal danger, endanger other individuals, or violate local, state, federal, environmental regulations.
Promptly corrects or reports any hazard or potential hazard to supervision; wears personal protective equipment, where required; ensures work location is kept safe, neat, organized, effective, and inviting.
Effective and Proactive Team Member
Treats all Clients, employees, vendors, and associates with respect.
Willingly adjusts to unexpected changes or requirements and undertakes tasks that fall outside of the routine job, assists others whenever possible to meet Client requests and business demand.