What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Photographer position at Blade HQ?
Job title: Product Photographer
Department: Products
Reports To: Products Manager, Timote Uasike Position Type: Full-time Base Pay: DOE
Job Summary
The Product Photographer is a vital position at Blade HQ that provides our customers with an enticing look at the many products we sell! This person is responsible for taking premium product photos for Blade HQ's e-commerce websites. This job is fast paced, with hundreds of photos being taken and edited on a weekly basis. Beyond taking and editing images, this individual will be expected to have a firm grasp on product photography, Adobe Photoshop, and studio lighting. This is a full-time position that requires 30 hours per week minimum.
About Blade HQ
Blade HQ is one of the world's largest online retailers of knives and outdoor adventure gear. We focus on a wide selection of brands and styles of knives and pocketknives to remain the 'cutting edge' of the knife community. Community, Learning, and Process are our primary values here at Blade HQ.
Check out us on: Instagram: @bladehq, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BladeHQ, Facebook: Blade HQ
What makes Blade HQ a great place to work?
Blade HQ is filled with fun, friendly, knife-loving people who are committed to working as a team toward a common goal. We love learning, and our management is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to learn and grow in the company. We are looking for motivated and passionate people to join our team and help us to learn and grow, too.
We offer:
- Excellent benefits (100% paid Medical for employees, 50% paid Dental and Vision, free life insurance, up to 3 weeks of possible PTO...
- Company paid events
- Regular company paid lunches
- Free Soda, Ice, and Coffee
- Employee discounts on all products
- Casual dress code
- And much MORE!
If you think you're a good fit for this job and our team, apply NOW!
Tasks
- Photograph and edit images of inventory daily.
- Color correct, retouch and resize images using Photoshop.
- Upload photos to our websites and keep an organized archive of all images.
- Coordinate image editing with vendors and source images as needed.
- Occasionally help copy-writing team expedite products through the posting process.
- Includes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Skills
- Ability to work independently and produce hundreds of photos weekly.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Bridge and Photoshop.
- Strong understanding of studio lighting, camera setup, and related troubleshooting.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Fast and efficient photographer/editor.
Physical Demands
- Safe handling of knives and other edged cutting tools.
- Sitting and viewing computer monitors for long periods (up to 8 hours).
- Occasionally lifting/carrying bins of product (5-20 lbs.).
Work Environment
- Shared office work environment near a warehouse with bay doors that open throughout the day.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in photography and Photoshop required.
- College degree in photography preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Full-time hourly position.
- 30 hours per week minimum.
- Attendance is required Monday through Friday starting no later than 9 am.
- To be considered, please include a link to your digital portfolio in your application.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off