Photographer

CarShop US-Penske Automotive Group • Pittsburgh, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CarShop (formerly CarSense) is seeking a skilled Photographer to capture the essence of the CarShop brand as it appears in the quality of our vehicles. The Photographer is responsible for ensuring that the cosmetic quality of all vehicles meets the CarShop standard of excellence, and is able to capture and present the quality of the vehicles made available to the public for retail sale. He/She will upload all vehicle photos to the website in a timely manner. The successful candidate is to ensure all vehicles are properly prepared for being photographed and presented to the public while utilizing the detailed checklist provided for appearance standards. The photographer is to ensure that a minimum of three photographs per vehicle are taken and uploaded to our website for initial review, and that a minimum of 24 photos are taken per vehicle for the detailed presentation online.

Requirements

• Demonstrated skills in photography, including the use of proper lighting and photo composition.
• Ample computer and software skills for publishing the photos on our website.
• Detail oriented.
• Willingness to help others in order to reach departmental goals.
• Exemplify integrity, strive for self-improvement, and have an open-minded, "can-do" attitude.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, drug testing.
• Able to take photos with a digital camera and create clear photos and videos.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Highly productive.
• Good customer services skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; six months or more of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Associates (A.A) degree or equivalent; one year or more of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience taking commercial photos is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the cosmetic quality of all vehicles meets the CarShop standard of excellence.
• Capture and present the quality of the vehicles made available to the public for retail sale.
• Upload all vehicle photos to the website in a timely manner.
• Ensure all vehicles are properly prepared for being photographed and presented to the public while utilizing the detailed checklist provided for appearance standards.
• Take a minimum of three photographs per vehicle and upload them to our website for initial review.
• Take a minimum of 24 photos per vehicle for the detailed presentation online.
• Write accurate descriptions of vehicles.
• Use a computer and associated software to upload and update vehicle photos, videos and other information.
• Safely drive vehicles both automatic and manual transmission.
• Perform basic math.
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Interact well with others and work well in a team environment.
• Work well with a diverse group of people.

Benefits

• Paid vacations
• 401k
• Health benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED