Photographer (Torrance)
Chemical Guys, Torrance, CA, United States
**To be considered, you must include a link to your online portfolio. We are looking for a blend of high-end, bold product photography and high-energy lifestyle imagery. Applications without a portfolio will not be reviewed.**
About the Role At Chemical Guys, we don’t just sell car care products—we build a visual world that sparks obsession. We are seeking a Product & Lifestyle Photographer who is equal parts meticulous technician and imaginative creator.
This is an in-house role for a seasoned professional who has moved past the freelance-only stage and understands the speed, precision, and collaboration required in a high-volume corporate creative department. You need to be the McGyver of the studio: someone who can use a mix of traditional lighting mastery and modern AI tools to deliver million-dollar visuals, even when manpower is lean.
What You’ll Do High-End Product Capture: Shoot and edit premium product imagery for eCommerce, retail packaging, and print, ensuring a bold, high-contrast aesthetic that makes our products look like luxury assets. Dynamic Lifestyle Storytelling: Stage and capture high-energy in-use photography at car washes, retail partners, or on-location sets (approx. 5–10% local travel). AI-Enhanced Workflow: Use Generative AI (including Adobe Firefly, Nano Banana 2, and Midjourney) as a digital assistant to expand backgrounds, perform complex retouching, and create hyper-realistic composites that elevate your physical shots. End-to-End Ownership: Own the entire process—from advanced strobe lighting and set styling to post-production and final server uploads. Resourceful Problem Solving: Navigate tight deadlines and lean setups by being extremely resourceful with gear, lighting, and digital tools to ensure the hero shot is never missed. Asset Management: Maintain a searchable, organized photography library with consistent naming conventions and metadata.
Who You Are Proven In-House Experience: You have worked on a corporate creative team or at a high-volume agency. You thrive under tight turnarounds and understand the nuances of brand consistency. Master of the Craft: You have expert-level knowledge of DSLR/Mirrorless systems, strobe lighting, and color theory. AI is your additive, but your foundation is real photography. Tech-Forward: You are proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge) and have integrated AI tools into your retouching and compositing workflow to save time and increase quality. Adaptable & Scrappy: You don't need a 10-person crew to get the job done. You can direct talent, style the product, and manage the gear efficiently on your own. Available for the Golden Hour: While mostly 9-to-5, you are open to occasional evening/weekend shoots (approx. 5%) to capture specific lighting or event conditions.
Technical Toolkit Expert: Strobe Lighting, Product Styling, Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One. Advanced: Adobe Firefly, Nano Banana 2, Generative Fill, and AI-driven upscaling.
Location:
Torrance, CA (onsite) Comp Range:
$28 - $33/hr Reports To:
Digital Content Production Manager Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Matching, Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance, 9 paid Holidays + a floating holiday, PTO + 5 sick days
About the Role At Chemical Guys, we don’t just sell car care products—we build a visual world that sparks obsession. We are seeking a Product & Lifestyle Photographer who is equal parts meticulous technician and imaginative creator.
This is an in-house role for a seasoned professional who has moved past the freelance-only stage and understands the speed, precision, and collaboration required in a high-volume corporate creative department. You need to be the McGyver of the studio: someone who can use a mix of traditional lighting mastery and modern AI tools to deliver million-dollar visuals, even when manpower is lean.
What You’ll Do High-End Product Capture: Shoot and edit premium product imagery for eCommerce, retail packaging, and print, ensuring a bold, high-contrast aesthetic that makes our products look like luxury assets. Dynamic Lifestyle Storytelling: Stage and capture high-energy in-use photography at car washes, retail partners, or on-location sets (approx. 5–10% local travel). AI-Enhanced Workflow: Use Generative AI (including Adobe Firefly, Nano Banana 2, and Midjourney) as a digital assistant to expand backgrounds, perform complex retouching, and create hyper-realistic composites that elevate your physical shots. End-to-End Ownership: Own the entire process—from advanced strobe lighting and set styling to post-production and final server uploads. Resourceful Problem Solving: Navigate tight deadlines and lean setups by being extremely resourceful with gear, lighting, and digital tools to ensure the hero shot is never missed. Asset Management: Maintain a searchable, organized photography library with consistent naming conventions and metadata.
Who You Are Proven In-House Experience: You have worked on a corporate creative team or at a high-volume agency. You thrive under tight turnarounds and understand the nuances of brand consistency. Master of the Craft: You have expert-level knowledge of DSLR/Mirrorless systems, strobe lighting, and color theory. AI is your additive, but your foundation is real photography. Tech-Forward: You are proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge) and have integrated AI tools into your retouching and compositing workflow to save time and increase quality. Adaptable & Scrappy: You don't need a 10-person crew to get the job done. You can direct talent, style the product, and manage the gear efficiently on your own. Available for the Golden Hour: While mostly 9-to-5, you are open to occasional evening/weekend shoots (approx. 5%) to capture specific lighting or event conditions.
Technical Toolkit Expert: Strobe Lighting, Product Styling, Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One. Advanced: Adobe Firefly, Nano Banana 2, Generative Fill, and AI-driven upscaling.
Location:
Torrance, CA (onsite) Comp Range:
$28 - $33/hr Reports To:
Digital Content Production Manager Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Matching, Voluntary Life & Disability Insurance, 9 paid Holidays + a floating holiday, PTO + 5 sick days