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Cox Automotive - USA
Job Family Group:
Vehicle Operations
Job Profile:
Vehicle Photographer I
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Travel %:
No
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Description:
The incumbent will be responsible for taking digital photographs of vehicles as and uploading the images to the company website to support online sales.
Conducts staging and sets up/operates digital cameras and related image processing equipment to produce quality images of to be auctioned vehicles for reproduction in vehicle condition reports. Ensures that photographs are produced consistent with applicable imaging procedures and quality standards. Work may be performed in an outdoor, production environment or indoors, depending on location and work to be completed.
Key Responsibilities:
For all you'll do to serve up amazing auction experiences, well support you with an awesome combo platter of opportunities and incentives. Here's a taste of what's in store:
- Competitive pay and employee discounts, even on cars!
- If you're full-time, you'll have access to even more benefits, such as comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) + company match, generous paid time off, including time off to volunteer, life & disability insurance, and more!
- You'll work in a fast-charged culture and with teams that respect your role, your experience, your contributions, and you as a person. We get that recognition is important, and Cox works to celebrate those who help make us successful every day.
- Your road is wide open with opportunities. Take a new road. Change lanes into another Cox company business. Get promoted. The skies the limit. Cox will support you on your journey of unlimited possibilities with ongoing training, free online classes, and mentoring programs to help you create the career you dream about.
- You'll become a part of a movement for good at a company making bold social and environmental commitments. This is a place you can feel good about working because you'll be a part of creating positive change through your work and the Cox culture.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field
- Valid drivers license with good driving record
Preferred:
- 1 year of experience in photography preferred experience in digital and computer processing a plus.
- Basic computer software skills are preferred.
- Certification or education in photography a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks, manual dexterity.
- Vision abilities required include close, distance and depth perception.
Work Environment:
- Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Drug Testing:
To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
About Us:
Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
Cox Automotive - USA
Job Family Group:
Vehicle Operations
Job Profile:
Vehicle Photographer I
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Travel %:
No
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Job Description:
The incumbent will be responsible for taking digital photographs of vehicles as and uploading the images to the company website to support online sales.
Conducts staging and sets up/operates digital cameras and related image processing equipment to produce quality images of to be auctioned vehicles for reproduction in vehicle condition reports. Ensures that photographs are produced consistent with applicable imaging procedures and quality standards. Work may be performed in an outdoor, production environment or indoors, depending on location and work to be completed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sets up and maintains auction site image booth and/or standard imaging area in accordance with standards
- Sets up lighting and operates camera and ancillary equipment in ways that capture vehicle interior and exterior images and meet requirements relative to focus, clarity, aspect/angles, storage and related quality.
- Transfer completed images into vehicle condition report format.
- May adjust and enhance digital images to meet or exceed quality standards.
- Ensures that cameras and other imaging equipment is properly maintained and stored.
- Takes digital photographs of vehicles for condition reports and uploads to company website.
- Ensures that all standard required photos are taken and uploaded.
- Performs self-audits to ensure that images meet required quality standards.
- Sets-up, troubleshoots, and resolved technical/equipment issues.
- Maintains current awareness of imaging trends and technology advancements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- What's In It For You?
For all you'll do to serve up amazing auction experiences, well support you with an awesome combo platter of opportunities and incentives. Here's a taste of what's in store:
- Competitive pay and employee discounts, even on cars!
- If you're full-time, you'll have access to even more benefits, such as comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) + company match, generous paid time off, including time off to volunteer, life & disability insurance, and more!
- You'll work in a fast-charged culture and with teams that respect your role, your experience, your contributions, and you as a person. We get that recognition is important, and Cox works to celebrate those who help make us successful every day.
- Your road is wide open with opportunities. Take a new road. Change lanes into another Cox company business. Get promoted. The skies the limit. Cox will support you on your journey of unlimited possibilities with ongoing training, free online classes, and mentoring programs to help you create the career you dream about.
- You'll become a part of a movement for good at a company making bold social and environmental commitments. This is a place you can feel good about working because you'll be a part of creating positive change through your work and the Cox culture.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Generally, less than 2 years' experience in a related field
- Valid drivers license with good driving record
Preferred:
- 1 year of experience in photography preferred experience in digital and computer processing a plus.
- Basic computer software skills are preferred.
- Certification or education in photography a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks, manual dexterity.
- Vision abilities required include close, distance and depth perception.
Work Environment:
- Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Drug Testing:
To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.
About Us:
Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.
