Senior Photographer

POSITION SUMMARY:

Creates high quality photographs (digital and conventional) for client brand images per client specifications. Under the direction of the client project team ensures photo set (cameras, lighting, merchandise, materials, etc.) is fully prepared for shots and is properly handled after shots are completed.

This role is onsite in Grand Rapids, MI

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre-photo studio) or interacts with clients directly as necessary.
• Ensures high quality standards in all Photo Studio client deliverables.
• Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of basic to intermediate level Photographic Artwork (digital and conventional) effectively using industry standard cameras, software, tools, and photographic techniques
• Performs assigned tasks within the overall Photo Studio workflow and assigned budget, according to work order specifications, Industry and Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), the Company's high quality standards, The client's Brand guidelines and standards, and
  own creativity and innovation instincts.
• Meets quality standards at all times for all assigned deliverables and makes recommendations to Management for improvements in tools, processes and assigned tasks.
• Ensures quality consistency across a range of Photographic Artwork (digital and conventional), composing shots based on layouts, creative, and art direction of more senior Photographers
• Demonstrates a commitment to the Company Quality Improvement Effort by ensuring proper lightening of products and by providing the Color team with accurate information.
• Creates strong and effective internal partnerships and collaborates across the business; listens and values the opinions of others.
• Is an effective team member; supports the team by pitching in at any level and effectively working across the organization to meet the needs of the business.
• Takes ownership of personal actions and outcomes; encourages and empowers others to do the same.
• Embraces change; maintains an open mind and is flexible and adaptable in the face of ambiguity and change.
• Focuses efforts on achieving SMART objectives aligned to the Company's Strategic Imperatives.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to increase knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Monitors and pursues upward and lateral growth opportunities to enhance expertise and drive career development.
• Supports Company's profitability efforts by focusing on the efficient, accurate and timely completion of the assigned Photo Studio activities.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Photography, Arts or related field
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master's) preferred
• 6 years progressive experience within a Photography Studio/Agency environment or similar Graphic Arts environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Periodic travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Strong understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $52,605 - $90,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

Bachelors (required)

Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills. (required)
High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications. (required)
6 years: Years progressive experience within a Photography Studio/Agency environment or similar Graphic Arts environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)