Manager, Photo Shoot Production – A&F NFL Collaboration

Abercrombie and Fitch Co.•Columbus, OH

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Photo Shoot Production for A&F NFL Collaboration is a newly established role responsible for building the production foundation for all NFL-related content. Working closely with the A&F NFL Art Director/Sr. Art Director, A&F NFL Sr. Stylist and A&F NFL Marketing Strategy partners, this role will lead and execute all photo shoots that support fast‑moving, talent-driven content needs throughout the NFL season. This position will own the development of operational workflows and end-to-end production for all NFL-related content capture, from large-scale seasonal campaigns to social-first photography, video, and player-focused “Style Concierge” storytelling. The Manager, Photo Shoot Production will proactively manage logistics, crew & talent, budgets, and on‑set execution while partnering seamlessly with internal teams and external production partners. This highly collaborative, hands-on role requires strong relationships with internal and external partners, on-set leadership, and comfort working directly with high-profile talent. This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.

Requirements

Minimum of 7+ years of photo shoot production experience in fashion retail or related industry
Experience working in an iconic, branded environment for an international organization
A strategic, solutions-oriented attitude and a comfort in fast-paced environment.
Experience in talent-led productions, ideally with athletes or high-profile individuals.
A strong communicator with excellent organizational skills.
Travel required throughout the year and NFL season (games, player homes, training facilities, events).
Availability for rapid-turn scheduling and off-hours communication based on player availability.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end production for all NFL collaboration photo and video shoots.
Partner closely with art direction, styling, strategy, and product teams to translate creative concepts into executable production plans, budgets, and schedules.
Own and manage the production budget, including forecasting and approvals, and day-to-day tasks such as data entry, invoice processing, expense tracking and monthly reconciliation.
Operate within an evolving, fast-moving shoot calendar, pivot quickly to last-minute changes.
Build new production processes, seasonal planning tools, workflows, and templates to support on-going shoot calendar
Collaborate with Art Director/Sr. Art Director and Sr. Stylist on shoot planning, including logistics, locations, propping, and shot lists.
Manage all needed crew and vendors, including sourcing, rate negotiations, contracts, and invoicing.
Manage all equipment needs, permits, and vendor relationships.
Partner with external production companies to support large-scale shoots and events.
Provide on-set leadership, ensuring safety, efficiency, and creative alignment.
Support post-production needs, ensuring assets are routed correctly for a timely delivery.
May be asked to support other A&F projects and shoots throughout the year.

Benefits

Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile Stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!