This role is based at our Photo Studio in Milwaukee, WI. You’ll work onsite from Monday through Friday.
About The Role As Photo Art Director, you will bring Kohl’s brand to life through high-impact photo and video content that connects with customers and drives results. You will balance creative vision with a strong understanding of the retail landscape, partnering cross-functionally to create cohesive, on‑brand imagery that supports seasonal campaigns, promotions and omnichannel strategies.
What You’ll Do
Direct on‑set photo, motion and video shoots, ensuring that lighting, styling, hair and makeup, set design and perspective aligns with established creative direction
Create detailed style guides and inspirational mood boards for assigned shoots, providing clear reference for lighting, background, wardrobe and casting needs
Partner with producers, photographers, videographers, stylists, and editors to manage daily shoot flow and maintain shoot timelines
Oversee image and footage capture in real‑time, making immediate decisions on adjustments needed for framing, composition or styling
Review, select and work with the retouching and editing teams to ensure all assets meet Kohl’s visual and quality standards with minimal rounds of feedback
Research styling trends, photography inspiration, and industry benchmarks to inform and evolve Kohl’s branded photo and video content
Stay ahead of industry trends by regularly conducting competitive and market research, keeping a pulse on emerging aesthetics, consumer behavior and creative technology to ensure Kohl’s visual content remains fresh, relevant and forward‑thinking
Develop and present visual concepts for seasonal shoots and marketing initiatives, supporting creative leadership in achieving the brand vision
Utilize emerging AI technologies to enhance creative exploration, concept ideationli>
Contribute ideas during creative planning sessions and adapt direction based on feedback from creative managers and partners
Partner with project managers, creative team members and merchant stakeholders to gather context and understand the product stories being told
Act as a key contact on‑set for executing creative objectives, adjusting and collaborating in real and cross‑functional teams
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, clearly articulating visual concepts and delivering updates on shoot progress and outcomes
Champion operational excellence by looking for tools, templates, and workflows that drive efficiency, reduce manual revisions, and create consistency across projects, especially for recurring or high‑volume content
Additional tasks may be assigned
Required Skills
2-3 years of related work experience with a focus on on‑set art direction
Experience with digital photography and editing software
Preferred
2–3 years of experience in photo art direction, ideally within a creative, retail or agency environment
BFA in Design, Photography, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency on a Mac platform with skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat
Proficiency with digital editing software, including Capture One
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About The Role As Photo Art Director, you will bring Kohl’s brand to life through high-impact photo and video content that connects with customers and drives results. You will balance creative vision with a strong understanding of the retail landscape, partnering cross-functionally to create cohesive, on‑brand imagery that supports seasonal campaigns, promotions and omnichannel strategies.
What You’ll Do
Direct on‑set photo, motion and video shoots, ensuring that lighting, styling, hair and makeup, set design and perspective aligns with established creative direction
Create detailed style guides and inspirational mood boards for assigned shoots, providing clear reference for lighting, background, wardrobe and casting needs
Partner with producers, photographers, videographers, stylists, and editors to manage daily shoot flow and maintain shoot timelines
Oversee image and footage capture in real‑time, making immediate decisions on adjustments needed for framing, composition or styling
Review, select and work with the retouching and editing teams to ensure all assets meet Kohl’s visual and quality standards with minimal rounds of feedback
Research styling trends, photography inspiration, and industry benchmarks to inform and evolve Kohl’s branded photo and video content
Stay ahead of industry trends by regularly conducting competitive and market research, keeping a pulse on emerging aesthetics, consumer behavior and creative technology to ensure Kohl’s visual content remains fresh, relevant and forward‑thinking
Develop and present visual concepts for seasonal shoots and marketing initiatives, supporting creative leadership in achieving the brand vision
Utilize emerging AI technologies to enhance creative exploration, concept ideationli>
Contribute ideas during creative planning sessions and adapt direction based on feedback from creative managers and partners
Partner with project managers, creative team members and merchant stakeholders to gather context and understand the product stories being told
Act as a key contact on‑set for executing creative objectives, adjusting and collaborating in real and cross‑functional teams
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, clearly articulating visual concepts and delivering updates on shoot progress and outcomes
Champion operational excellence by looking for tools, templates, and workflows that drive efficiency, reduce manual revisions, and create consistency across projects, especially for recurring or high‑volume content
Additional tasks may be assigned
Required Skills
2-3 years of related work experience with a focus on on‑set art direction
Experience with digital photography and editing software
Preferred
2–3 years of experience in photo art direction, ideally within a creative, retail or agency environment
BFA in Design, Photography, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Proficiency on a Mac platform with skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat
Proficiency with digital editing software, including Capture One
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