Company Introduction

The La Jolla Group is a worldwide leader in the action sports apparel business segment with a fast paced, high-energy environment that is continually on the move. With prominent brands such as O’Neill, PSD Underwear, Mountain Khakis, Sol Angeles, and Hang Ten, La Jolla Group has proved to be a builder of great brands, a creator of innovative products, and a master of operational excellence.

Our team enjoys flexibility with a hybrid schedule of in-office and remote work. We offer awesome discounts on our clothing brands, early release Fridays (2:00pm), occasional employer provided lunches, year-round fun events as well as a full benefits package! We believe our employees are our strongest asset and invest in their growth by focusing on developing their strengths.

General Summary

Join the La Jolla Group's dynamic and creative team as Assistant Photographer. We are seeking an organized and collaborative individual with a passion for photography and content creation. This role will support our photography team in producing high-quality visual content that reflects the essence of the La Jolla Group brands. Reporting to the Studio Manager, this individual will collaborate closely with studio staff and cross-functional partners to ensure the successful execution of all projects.

The Assistant Photographer will play a key role in supporting the studio's operations and ensuring the successful execution of photo and video projects. This individual must possess strong organizational skills, creative flair, and proficiency in studio photography and editing software.

Essential Job Functions

• Manage projects effectively, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
• Implement best practices for digital asset management, ensuring the organization and accessibility of image files.
• Prepare, style, and steam apparel for product shoots, ensuring products are showcased in the best possible light.
• Assume the role of Digital Technician as needed, managing the intake of images and facilitating the retouching workflow.
• Assist with photographing when required, demonstrating proficiency in studio lighting, grip, and photography techniques.
• Adapt seamlessly to evolving workflows and tasks, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn.
• Communicate professionally and promptly with team members and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Provide support to photographers and videographers as needed during shoots, assisting with equipment setup and logistics.
• Set up studio lighting and camera composition with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring consistency across all product imagery.
• Take direction effectively while also demonstrating the ability to work independently when required.
• Maintain and organize all photo equipment, ensuring it is in optimal working condition for each shoot.
• Travel and work off-hours as necessary to support studio operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1-2 years of experience in photography, with a strong understanding of studio photography techniques.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Canon, Capture One, and Photoshop.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently under pressure.
• Strong multitasking skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Experience producing compelling digital photo content, with a keen eye for aesthetics and brand alignment.
• Familiarity with lighting and shooting photo content, demonstrating proficiency in achieving desired visual outcomes.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3-4 Years of industry experience

Physical Requirements

La Jolla Group provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination. La Jolla Group takes allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation seriously and will promptly investigate when such behavior is reported.

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