About the Role
PicturePeople is looking for individuals with a passion for photography and a desire to connect with people and their stories. This role involves conducting unique photoshoots and contributing to the development of trainees.
Responsibilities
- Create unique photos by implementing creative ideas and capturing the individual personality of each client.
- Support the training of apprentices in studio operations, guiding them in shootings and workflows, and providing constructive feedback.
- Educate on fundamentals such as client interaction, posing, lighting, workflow, and image selection, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Participate in the planning of training, setting learning objectives, documenting progress, and preparing apprentices for internal assessments.
- Conduct professional photoshoots from preparation to post-production, managing the entire process both in-studio and occasionally on location.
- Master image editing using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to perfect photographs.
- Advise clients on pose, expression, and image selection to foster a comfortable atmosphere.
- Collaborate with the team to achieve outstanding results.
- Support new client acquisition by proactively planning and executing campaigns.
Requirements
- Possess a certificate as a photographer (m/f/d) or demonstrable relevant experience in people and portrait photography as a career changer.
- Hold a trainer qualification (AEVO/AdA-Schein) or be willing to obtain one promptly.
- Proficient in common image editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to integrate well into the team.
- Ability to maintain an overview and prioritize tasks, even in hectic situations.
- Very good German language skills, both written and spoken.
- Willingness to work in a shift model during opening hours, including Saturdays.
Skills
- Photography
- People Photography
- Portrait Photography
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Client Consultation
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Flexibility
- Time Management
- Training/Mentoring
Location
- Studio
- On-Location
Work Type
- Full-time
- Shift Model
Experience Level
- Professional Experience in People and Portrait Photography
- Trainer Qualification
Education Level
- Certificate as a Photographer
- Trainer Qualification (AEVO/AdA-Schein)
Benefits
- Modern work equipment (Canon cameras, Profoto lighting systems)
- High-performance software (Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop)
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Company events
- Attractive employee discounts
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Various further training options
- Daily meal allowance
- Subsidy for public transport
- Possibility to change studio location if relocating
- Company pension plan
- Open and collegial work atmosphere
- Flat hierarchies
- Opportunity to take responsibility and make decisions
About the Company
- PicturePeople offers a dynamic environment for photography enthusiasts.
