Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried (Exempt)

Job Location: Kodiak HQ: Park City, Utah 

What will this position do? 

The Studio Food Photographer plays a critical role in shaping the Kodiak brand in the eyes of our customers. This position works closely with the entire marketing team to create drool-worthy food content and increase our ability to captivate our tribe through photography that’s authentic to Kodiak. This role styles, captures and conveys the brand purpose, passion, and personality through inspirational food photography.

• Collaborate with the marketing team to produce photographic food narratives that meet the needs of our respective platforms (Digital Advertising, Instagram, In Store, etc.) 
• Bring the Kodiak brand essence into all aspects of the photographic process 
• Responsible for lighting, styling, shooting, and editing
• Diligence in completing shot lists for big and small projects
• Maintain an organized and accessible database of all visual assets
• Capture food photography on location, during campaign shoots, and outside of the studio
• Source and maintain props, backdrops and tools
• Source talent and source and manage stylists for shoots.
• Shoot and edit photos
• Maintain asset data base
• Collaborate with content team to produce recipe / story ideas and then direct them on set

What are we looking for? 

Are you a self-starter with an eye for beautiful food photography? Do you love the process of moving a fork 30 degrees to the left and spilling a jar of chocolate chips just enough to get the perfect shot? Do you like the idea of experimenting with a new recipe, new background, or new type of photography just to up your game? Are you adaptable and open to learning which of your beautiful photos work on different marketing platforms? Could you take your learnings and begin adjusting your photography based on the purpose of the shoot? Would you look forward to playing with post-production lighting and color to make the perfect preset? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment?

• Ability to carry out a full-scale photo shoot from concept to final delivery 
• Ability to effectively manage time and stay on schedule
• Experience with both natural and studio lighting (including strobes and speedlights) 
• Adept in editing and color grading photographs
• Adept user of the Lightroom CC, Capture 1, and/or Photoshop CC
• Understanding of design, color schemes, and creative elements
• Ability to operate a variety of cameras 
• Understanding of how to effectively light subjects and products
• Understanding of how to properly compose a photograph
• Knowledge of how to maintain photography equipment 
• Proficient in pre-production
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills 
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What else do I need to know? 

This role is based in our headquarters near the ski slopes and mountain trails of Park City, Utah. We have a hybrid schedule. We offer competitive compensation and benefits that include: 

• Health/vision/dental plans 
• 401k match 
• Relocation assistance 
• Annual performance bonus 
• A company fleet of snowboards and other equipment
• Active lifestyle allowance 
• Therapy Benefit
• All-you-can-eat flapjacks 
• Flexible vacation 
• Early-out Fridays 
• Parental leave 
• Casual dress code 
• A variety of other Kodiak-unique perks