Lane Automotive is hiring: Product Photographer in Watervliet Township

Product Photographer Job Description

Position Summary: The Product Photographer will organize, create, process, and maintain product photographs for Lane Automotive. This role works cross-functionally across the organization to ensure the success of Content Data department initiatives and help deliver compelling content to promote our products and services.

Reports to: Content Data Manager. FLSA Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt. Supervisory Responsibilities: The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Take photographs of merchandise using a DSLR camera, studio lighting, and other equipment.
• Prepare image using Adobe Creative Cloud and/or other post‑production image software to predetermined standards.
• Compose photographic layouts of automotive products through successful arrangement of merchandise, by manipulating and positioning product materials for optimal photography and in a way consistent with other parts in that category.
• Organize images supplied by vendors for use in print and online by Lane Automotive and authorized customers.
• Upload completed images to the designated online site(s).
• Identify inefficiencies, recommend solutions, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Collect and research data, using experience to ensure data is completed and will aid in effectively educating both the end user of the part’s traits and applications.
• Create, process, and maintain the Lane Automotive Team Member photographs.
• Observe data security procedures and report potentially insecure conditions or procedures.
• Monitor own work to ensure quality, apply feedback to improve performance, and look for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Participate in select marketing events and/or shows as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external customers resulting in expected outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Post‑secondary education in e‑commerce, digital media, photography, or related field; or two years professional related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of the automotive aftermarket industry preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively (clear and concise) through writing, speaking, active listening, and presentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other job‑related equipment and software.
• Ability to approach conflicts with vendors, customers, and colleagues in a constructive manner.
• Ability to develop and foster business relationships.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data; strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Excellent organization skills and detail‑oriented with exceptional critical thinking, multi‑tasking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent time management, problem‑solving skills, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work both independently, within a team, and cross‑functionally with other departments/stakeholders.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision/guidance and must be self‑directed.
• Willing to participate in company‑designated training; must maintain confidentiality and practice safe work habits.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to reach with arms and hands, stand, twist, bend, walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Limited travel may be required.

Work Environment

Each coworker is accountable for their actions and is required to exercise good judgment in everything they do on behalf of Lane Automotive. Part of that responsibility includes understanding and living up to company values, standards, and policies, specifically our code of ethics and business conduct. Additionally, every coworker has the responsibility to ask questions when they are unsure of what those values, standards, and policies require and to act if they believe someone else is not acting consistently with those values, standards, and policies.

Lane Automotive recognizes that the information in this job description is intended to convey the key responsibilities and requirements. It is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the opportunity. Responsibilities are subject to change.

Lane Automotive Values

Integrity: Be genuine, always do what’s right even when no one is looking
Passion: A strong feeling of excitement
Innovation: Never satisfied with the status quo
Respect: Consideration for everyone, in everything we do
Accountability: Take ownership

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lane Automotive welcomes diversity. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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