Meet Us: King Arthur Baking Company is an award-winning, audience-leading baking company with a strategic vision to be the resource for baking education and inspiration. Through traditional and new media, in-person and virtual education, we strive to be a leader in helping novice and expert bakers alike. We're not going anywhere - we've been part of the family since 1790. We work to build stronger communities and increase access and the connection to real foods. We take pride in our responsible sourcing and our "never bleached" guarantee. And we work closely with farmers, millers, and suppliers in a continued commitment toward sustainability. Our wheat flour is grown and milled right here in the United States. Flour this good uses only the purest ingredients, free from GMOs. As a founding B Corporation, we are committed to using the power of business as a force for social and environmental good. We believe every employee's contributions make our company what it is: vibrant, successful, and committed to spreading the joy of baking. We are a welcoming and inclusive 100% employee-owned company.

The Position: The In-Studio Art Director leads King Arthur Baking’s on-site photo and video shoots, taking full ownership of the process from inception to completion, with a primary focus on editorial shoots, catalog shoots, on-demand class production, and YouTube productions. This role manages our in-house studio team (comprised of a photographer, videographer, and video editor) and coordinates freelance studio team members, providing clear direction and feedback to ensure the seamless execution of creative projects. This role collaborates with the Creative Director to ideate and plan for shoots and ensure the brand shows up consistently and as intended. This hands-on position serves as a creative problem solver that will develop and manage shot lists, create mood boards, direct the studio team, and ensure studio productions are efficient and on-brand.

The Benefits: Yes, we have the regular "stuff" - medical, dental, vision, company paid short- and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off to rest, paid holidays to have fun, a 401(K) with a company match. But here's what makes us different: 40 paid volunteer hours a year, profit sharing*, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)* and knowing that those working with you are dedicated and engaged co-employee owners that believe in you and your extraordinary abilities to move us all forward.

The Location: King Arthur Baking Photo Studio, Lebanon, NH; onsite daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Art directs photo and video shoots on-site, by leading the creative vision owning the process from start to finish, focusing mainly on editorial shoots, catalog shoots, on-demand class production, and YouTube productions. Ensure brand guidelines and objectives are met.
• Manages the in-house studio team (photographer, videographer, video editor), by providing clear direction, mentorship, and feedback to foster a collaborative and efficient working environment.
• Works within the processes and procedures of our digital asset management system.

• Coordinates with freelance studio team members as needed, ensuring seamless integration with the in-house team. Communicates project requirements and expectations clearly to external collaborators.

• Responsible for ensuring that the team delivers high quality, on time, and achieves maximum production per shoot.
• Maintains strong relationships with cross-functional teams, primarily editorial, social, brand, and merchandising.
• Translates creative moodboards into captivating content that authentically reflects the brand.
• Recommends on going improvements and new initiatives by knowledge of current trends in digital media productions and industry trends and advancements.
• Successfully communicates conceptual ideas, design rationale and the specifics of user-centered design process.
• Effectively manages and coordinates multiple tasks, from creative process through production, within tight deadlines in a busy work environment.
• Maintains the cleanliness, organization, and functionality of our studio space to facilitate smooth and productive photo & video shoots.

Experience and Education:

• 5 years on-set experience with proven experience in art directions for photo and video shoots
• Experience/understanding of on-set styling, especially in the food industry
• Experience leading teams and developing individuals

• Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools
• Knowledge of current trends in photography, videography, and digital media production.

• Experience working cross functionally, specifically on complex projects requiring collaboration, stakeholder involvement, and direct decision making
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or photography/design-related equivalent a plus
• We value those who can demonstrate capability and articulate how prior experiences will help them transition into this role.

Competencies:

• Team Management/Leadership: Lead and inspire the studio team and create an environment where all studio members can thrive. The In-Studio Art Director is readily accessible, willing to listen, and seek to understand. Nurtures growth in others by supporting their passions, strengths, and work styles. Strives to maintain employee attitude and morale by recognizing outstanding performance and managing performance issues.
• Project and time Management: Demonstrates the skill in planning, organizing, and overseeing various projects within our studio. Skill in prioritizing tasks, managing schedules, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative Vision: Ability to think innovatively and conceptualize visually appealing compositions and themes for food photography, while staying updated on current trends and styles in the industry. Ability to bring mood boards and a creative vision to life through compelling content.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with our photographer, food stylist, producer, and other team members. Strongly presents ideas, provides feedback, and ensures alignment with project requirements and objectives. Ability to create, follow, and execute on a shot list, ensuring metadata and title are properly assigned.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of studio equipment, production techniques, and industry trends to ensure high-quality output.
• Problem Solving: The capacity to anticipate and address challenges that may arise during the production process, from logistical issues to creative roadblocks, with resourcefulness and adaptability.

• Teamwork and Collaboration: Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with editors, video hosts, food stylists, and other individuals; contribute to group efforts, build positive working relationships, and conceptualize and execute compelling visual content.
• Understanding of Branding: Awareness of the King Arthur brand identity and marketing objectives to align the content accordingly.

Success Factors

• Genuine enthusiasm for the King Arthur’s mission, products, and baking in general with a commitment to living our values
• Community-minded, gets involved, volunteers

Physical Requirements/Work Environment/Safety

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical requirements

This role consistently uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photography equipment

Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

• Work environment

Indoors, in a studio environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature changes. This role operates in a professional studio environment where most work is performed at a desk

• Safety

Understands that safety is the responsibility of everyone at the organization and is responsible for adhering to/providing work in a safe and ergonomic manner, identifying unsafe conditions and correcting conditions immediately or reporting them promptly.

Participates in safety and compliance training and safety and health programs.

Supervision

• Supervises photographer, videographer, video editor

Travel

• N/A

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive and safe work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors. As a proud Benefit Corporation, King Arthur Baking expects our employees to adhere to company-wide green norms and remain educated on company impact campaigns.

There's room at our table for you! Apply today.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors protected by law. King Arthur Baking Company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to allow them to participate in both the application process and during employment. Such individuals are encouraged to seek accommodations to allow them to apply for a position, participate in the application process, and meet the essential functions and requirements of the position.

• Amounts vary based on achievement of financial targets. Participation based on hire date and program entry date.