Central Garden & Pet Company is hiring: Senior Videographer & Photographer in Be

Location: Bentonville, AR, United States
Date Posted: Jan 20, 2026

The Senior Videographer & Photographer is responsible for creating high-quality, original video and photography assets that serve as the foundation for product packaging, digital marketing, ecommerce, and brand communications across all categories. This role leads both field and studio-based production, capturing compelling still and motion content that supports shopper conversion and brand storytelling. This position includes specialized responsibility for wildlife and nature-based videography, particularly within the wild bird category, requiring expertise in planning, managing, and executing shoots in natural environments. Working in close partnership with Marketing, Commercial Operations, and creative leadership, the Senior Videographer & Photographer executes visual strategy through best-in-class production.

K EY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute complex field-based video and photography shoots, including wildlife and nature-focused content ; adapt shooting techniques to environmental conditions, subject unpredictability, and seasonal factors
• Manage and maintain wildlife food stations and filming locations to enable consistent, high-quality content capture ; c apture authentic product-in-use footage, including animals interacting naturally with products
• Capture video and photography across all product categories, including lawn, controls, feed & grow, and related businesses
• Execute location-based shoots that highlight product performance, usage, and benefits ; p artner with category designers and brand teams to ensure captured assets meet creative, functional, and technical needs
• Conduct studio-based photography and video shoots when required, including product pack shots, detail imagery, and controlled demonstrations ; e nsure studio assets align with brand standards and downstream usage requirements
• Oversee editing, color correction, and finishing of video and photography assets to ensure production quality ; p artner with the Video Production Designer to support editing, animation, and final delivery workflows
• Ensure assets are delivered in formats optimized for at-shelf visibility, e C ommerce, and digital marketing use
• Maintain organized asset libraries to support reuse and accessibility ; identify opportunities to improve efficiency, asset reuse, and production workflows

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong portfolio showcasing product, lifestyle, and nature-focused content
• Ability to manage complex shoots independently and collaboratively; strong understanding of lighting, composition, camera systems, and production workflows
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

MININUM EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years professional experience in videography and photography
• D emonstrated expertise in field-based and wildlife or nature videography preferred
• Experience executing both video and still photography at a professional level
• Experience working cross-functionally with marketing and commercial teams

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro ® , Aqueon ® , Cadet ® , C&S ® , Farnam ® , Ferry-Morse ® , Four Paws ® , Kaytee ® , Nylabone ® and Pennington ® , strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.