Still Photographer, Marketing

HEB•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The H-E-B Creative Studio captures the look and feel of our brand through high-quality photography, creating visual assets that connect with customers and elevate our campaigns across channels. The Still Photographer role combines technical expertise, visual craft, and operational rigor to produce on-brand, strategically aligned, and production-ready still imagery. This role is responsible for delivering photography that works across digital, in-store, retail media, editorial, and campaign needs, while helping build scalable and repeatable studio systems. As a Still Photographer, you will lead and execute still photography for campaigns, product launches, and evergreen content. You will collaborate closely with creatives, producers, stylists, and postproduction partners to plan, capture, and deliver imagery that is consistent, efficient, and flexible for reuse. You will also help explore and integrate forward-thinking workflows, including AI-assisted and hybrid production techniques, to keep the studio operating efficiently and competitively. Once eligible, you will become an Owner in the company. Partner-owned means our most important resource, People, drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B the Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company. Do you have a: HEART FOR PEOPLE… ability to collaborate clearly and professionally with creative partners, producers, stylists, and on-set teams? HEAD FOR BUSINESS… instinct for what makes compelling photography and how imagery must adapt across platforms, formats, and use cases? PASSION FOR RESULTS… drive to deliver high-quality photography consistently, even when timelines, conditions, or scope evolve?

Requirements

7+ years of experience shooting commercial, editorial, or branded photography
Strong knowledge of professional digital camera systems, lighting equipment, and studio workflows
Deep understanding of exposure, color, and lighting for product and lifestyle photography
Proven experience as a hands-on commercial photographer with a strong portfolio
High standards for craft, consistency, and visual detail
A positive and solutions-first mindset with adaptability in a collaborative environment
Professional on-set presence and ability to lead small crews or setups when needed
Understanding of how photography decisions impact timeline, cost, and creative outcomes
Openness to feedback and continuous improvement
An ownership mentality with humility and team-first execution
Thrive in a fast-paced and high-volume creative environment?
Travel for shoots and work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends when needed?
Lift equipment and assist with on-set setup and strike?

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a commercial studio or agency environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with creative leads and producers to translate briefs into clear shot lists and visual approaches
Scout locations and recommend equipment, lighting, and camera configurations
Collaborate on creative treatments to ensure alignment with brand standards and campaign goals
Participate in pre-production planning, including tech scouts and shot planning
Identify opportunities for reusable imagery and evergreen asset capture
Collaborate with post-production and retouching partners to plan for efficient delivery
Lead still photography across studio, on-location, and retail environments
Own lighting design, camera setup, lensing, and scene composition
Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Producers, Stylists, and Art Directors to execute creative vision
Capture imagery with attention to brand consistency, product accuracy, and downstream usability
Maintain and help evolve photography equipment, workflows, and studio setups