Job Details

Overview

The Studio Photographer is an intermediate level photography position responsible for photographing a variety of retail pieces in studio.A primary focus of this role is providing quality images for use with print and digital marketing and our Ecommerce Operations.This role will occasionally require trips to on-site locations for photo shoots.This position will also assist in the coordination of the day-to-day activities of traffic and production, driving audience engagement and ensuring consistency and brand equity across all channels.This role reports directly to the Creative Director. The Studio Photographer will provide support to the Marketing, Merchandising, and Ecommerce teams.This role requires a high degree of partnership and flexibility to get the job done while serving several departments.The position must process a driven, highly detailed and passionate personality, focused on productivity and quality.This role must be determined to deliver results through continuous improvement of Cavender all-around experience.Studio Photographer is highly visible to internal and external business partners and must operate in a professional manner, representing the Cavender's brand at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the "Cavender's Culture" and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
• Serve as a strategic partner and key support resource to the company
• Style and photograph product by following brand specific guides to ensure consistency of image composition and lighting
• Photograph product according to standardized guidelines for Omni channel usage
• When working on location photoshoots the following duties may be assigned:
  • Packing gear
  • Setting up and breaking down
  • Backing up files
• Optimize and retouch image product files and archive according to studio guides and practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts in Photography, or related field or equivalent work experience
• 3+ Years of photography experience, preferably in a brick and mortar, or Ecommerce environment
• Confident using: Mac, PS, Capture One, Color Management, studio lighting, location lighting, and Nikon camera and lens
• Ability to balance quality and quantity with exceptional attention to detail
• Flexible during times of change
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must be hands-on and capable of working independently
• Ability to interpret documents
• Associate must be able to read and understand English
• Associate must be able to stay alert during work hours assigned
• Based in Tyler, TX at our home office; Tyler area residence
• Ability to travel to meet the needs of the company, 15% on average

Preferred Skills

• Ability to handle confidential materials and matters with maximum discretion
• Demonstrated success in eliciting cooperation from a wide variety of sources
• Functional expertise in a blend of Marketing, Ecommerce, Merchandising and the Photography Shop, with the ability to organize and manage the photo shooting and image delivery process
• Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment
• Strong persuasive, encouraging and motivating skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Works with marketing, merchandising, Ecommerce and photography teams to achieve an efficient and consistent process for all product needs
• Comfortable communicating and presenting at all levels
• Effectively communicates relevant project information to all necessary people both internally and externally
• Ability to transform strategy and direction into actionable plans

Cavender's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Cavender's will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) ### #### or visit your nearest Cavender's store.