Photographer

Photographer at WOLFpak

Full Time – Onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Full-Time Pay Range: $50,000-$70,000 per year

Company Description:

WOLFpak, a family-owned backpack brand, began its journey in 2020 from a humble garage in Southern California. In just four short years, it has grown into a globally recognized name, thanks to the founders’ relentless drive and vision. Known as a trendsetter in the market, WOLFpak offers innovative designs with a stylish twist and a range of fresh colorways. Their signature personalized patches let you express your individuality, while their bags seamlessly blend cutting-edge design with the ability to tell your story and carry your gear. For more information, check WOLFpak.com

Role Description:

This is a full-time, on-site role as a Photographer at WOLFpak in Costa Mesa, CA. The Photographer will be responsible for creating high-quality, compelling imagery across a variety of applications, including but not limited to:

• Product Photography: Capturing detailed and visually appealing images of our athletic backpacks and gear, highlighting key features and benefits for e-commerce, catalogs, and marketing materials.
• Lifestyle Photography: Creating dynamic and engaging lifestyle images that showcase our products in use, connecting with our target audience and conveying the WOLFpak brand aesthetic.
• Apparel Photography: Capturing high-quality images of our apparel line, showcasing fit, fabric, and design details for online and print use.
• Collaborating closely with the marketing and design teams to understand project requirements, brand guidelines, and target audience.
• Managing all aspects of photo shoots, including lighting, styling, set design, and model direction (when applicable).
• Handling post-production editing, retouching, color correction, and image optimization to ensure the highest quality results.
• Maintaining an organized archive of all photographic assets.

Please note that due to the specific requirements of this role, a portfolio of previous photography work is required to be considered for this position.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency with professional digital cameras, lighting equipment, and related gear.
• Expert understanding of photography principles, including composition, lighting, styling, color theory, and depth of field.
• Demonstrated experience in product photography, lifestyle photography, and apparel photography.
• Proficiency in post-production editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work within budget.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency in visual style and brand aesthetic.
• Portfolio demonstrating a diverse range of photography skills across various subjects and styles.
• Knowledge of the athletic and fitness industry is a plus.

Skills:

Photography, Product Photography, Lifestyle Photography, Apparel Photography, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Lighting, Composition, Styling, Editing, Retouching, Color Correction, Image Management