Photo Art Director Specialist
About The Position
Reporting to the Manager, Photo Art Director, the Photo Art Director, Specialist is responsible for leading photography art direction for ecommerce content. This role directs on-set execution for on-figure selling shots, including casting, lighting, composition, talent direction, image selection, retouching, and post-production. The Specialist partners closely with creative and production teams to deliver brand-consistent imagery on time and within budget, while supporting the evolution of the brand’s visual identity, styling standards, photography processes, and market-relevant asset needs. This role is based at our Long Island City photo studio and requires an on-set presence four days per week. The studio is accessible via public transportation, and street parking is available nearby.
Requirements
- Proven experience developing and executing photography for ecommerce.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in on-model photography and visual storytelling.
- Expertise in lighting, composition, color theory, retouching direction, and photographic production workflows.
- Experience using AI-enhanced creative and retouching tools to support production efficiency and asset refinement while maintaining authentic product representation, model integrity, and responsible visual storytelling.
- Strong creative judgment with the ability to balance brand consistency, commercial objectives, and innovation.
- Proficiency with industry-standard photography equipment, capture software, Adobe Creative Suite, and asset management workflows.
- Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.
- Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply.
- 5+ years of direct experience in fashion photography art direction, ecommerce photography, studio production, or a related creative field.
- Strong ability to collaborate across creative, styling, production, merchandising, digital, and studio teams.
Responsibilities
- Direct on-set execution for on-figure selling shots in alignment with styling point of view and shot-type standards.
- Elevate ecommerce imagery while maintaining productivity targets and working within budget parameters.
- Adhere to production timelines while contributing ideas that improve process efficiency and image quality.
- Collaborate with creative, styling, production, and cross-functional partners to evolve styling direction, keep the styling closet relevant, and ensure teams remain current on trends and style direction.
- Actively participate in image reviews and provide clear, actionable feedback to support final asset selection.
- Research and recommend photographers, stylists, models, and other talent appropriate for ecommerce photoshoots.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal/financial advice
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
