About the Role
Lead the creative vision and on-set execution of photography and video content for our NY studio, focusing on on-figure and location shoots. Partner with the Creative Director and cross-functional teams to bring brand strategy and seasonal concepts to life through compelling imagery across various channels.
Responsibilities
- Art direct on-figure and location shoots from concept through final image selection.
- Partner with the Creative Director to shape visual direction for photography and video content.
- Direct photographers, stylists, models, hair and makeup artists, and production crews on set.
- Ensure styling, wardrobe, props, location, lighting, and composition align with brand standards and seasonal concepts.
- Collaborate with marketing, merchandising, e-commerce, and production teams to understand product priorities and business needs.
- Review and select final imagery, partnering with retouching and post-production teams to ensure creative intent is maintained.
- Manage shifting priorities, shoot timelines, and location variables while maintaining a high standard of creative excellence.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in photo art direction, creative production, or related roles.
- Strong portfolio showcasing on-figure, lifestyle, location, and product photography direction.
- Strong visual eye and expertise in lighting, composition, styling, talent direction, and visual storytelling.
- Proven ability to lead on-set productions and translate creative concepts into polished, brand-aligned imagery.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, organization, and project management skills.
- Working knowledge of post-production workflows, retouching standards, digital asset management, Capture One, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Skills
- On-figure photography
- Location photography
- Styling direction
- Lighting
- Composition
- Talent direction
- Visual storytelling
- Post-production workflows
- Retouching standards
- Digital asset management
- Capture One
- Adobe Creative Suite
Location
- NY studio
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-7 years
Salary/Compensations
- $90,000 - $110,000
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Disability benefits
- Annual merit increase
- Bonus
- Incentive compensation
