Studio Associate, Set Grip

Position Purpose:

The Set Grip position is integral to the efficiency of any photography and videography studio. This hybrid role is responsible for working primarily with 2 groups: the Interior Design & Art Direction team and the Photography team. Responsibilities in assisting the Interior Design team can include flooring, furniture, lighting, window treatment, and accessory installation. When working with the Photography team, a Set Grip requires basic carpentry, electrical, and mechanical skills, to set up sets, photo and lighting equipment safely, both in studio sets and on location.

Collaboration is critical, as this role works across several departments, while other key qualifications include physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work comfortably within a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• 10% - Collaboration - Collaborate with business partners to define strategy and objectives using creative thinking to self-solve problems and recommendations that elevate final deliverables.
• 10% - Continuous Improvement & Quality Assurance - Drive excellence, best practices and consistent execution of project work; improve quality by studying, evaluating and improving methods used.
• 55% - Production - Ensure work is consistent with brand standards. Ensure the smooth running of workflow and adherence to correct process, while keeping all teams informed and up-to-date and ensuring that deadlines are met.
• 25% - Safety - Ensures site and studio safety standards and compliance, cleanliness and organization.

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:

• This Position typically reports to the Manager
• This Position has up to 0 Direct Reports

Travel Requirements:

• Typically requires overnight travel less than 5% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).

Working Conditions:

• Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes that cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of work experience is preferred, preferably in a commercial photography studio

• Physical stamina

• Good organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Attention to detail

• Highly collaborative, open, and transparent

• Patience and calmness under pressure, with the ability to excel and thrive in a high-volume environment

• Proactive problem-solving, both technically and creatively

• Knowledge of and adherence to safety protocol

Minimum Education:

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

Preferred Education:

• The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.

Minimum Years of Work Experience:

• 2

Preferred Years of Work Experience:

• 2

Minimum Leadership Experience:

• No previous leadership experience

Preferred Leadership Experience:

• None

Certifications:

• None

Competencies:

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results