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SalaryTalbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
The Photo Studio Manager is a key position on the Marketing team supporting the image and video development across multiple divisions and product categories. As the In-House Photographer, will be responsible for providing photography based on the needs of the business, the main focus being web product photography. The position is also responsible for maintaining the studio, its equipment, as well as keeping everything clean and in good working order. This role will need to be on site during shoots adjusting as needed.
This position will also act as the liaison between the Art Directors and the digital techs in regards to IT support.
What We Offer:
- Growth! Our goal is to give you the tools to grow beyond this position and into the next here at Talbots.
- Flexible Fridays! Our Life-Work balance approach allows for us to start our weekend at 1pm on Fridays.
- Competitive Benefit Package! Our benefits kick off day 1, no waiting period for Health, Vision, Dental or 401K.
- Generous Discounts! 50% off Talbots and Haven Brands as well as local business discounts!
What You'll Do:
- Act as lead digital tech for model and stills shoot.
- Photograph stills as needed.
- Open and close studio for shoots, prep studio prior to shoots.
- Ensure all systems are fully operational and running efficiently.
- Works to achieve high productivity and quality of photography by continuing to streamline workflow in order to support studio initiatives and projects.
- Manage an efficient operation and a culture that mixes innovation and creativity.
- Build strong partnerships with cross functional teams and create an efficient operation and a culture that mixes innovation and creativity across all channels.
- Maintain the high quality of photography for stills and product still life in studio that has already been currently established. May be additional photography in various environments as needed.
- Provide IT support for the digital techs and help organize files and folders to ensure monthly images are processed correctly.
- Manage the leasing, renting and repairs of the photo equipment.
- Help to continuously improve the studio, workflows and processes.
- Transition frequently between multiple studio roles/functions as the work requirements demand.
- Occasional video and video editing as needed.
Who You'll Work With:
Internal:
- Art Directors
- Project Management
- Creative Services
External:
- Freelance photographers
- Digital technicians
- Retouchers
Who You Are:
- College degree
- 3-5 years experience of photography in a corporate setting
- Knowledge in CaptureOne, Photoshop, and Final Cut
- Proficient in OSX and Mac systems
- A deep understanding of all stages of the photography process
Talbots is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, or any other category protected by applicable law. Talbots is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process please contact recruiting@talbots.com. Talbots will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business.
