Director, Photography

Job Summary

The Photography Director is responsible for leading and scaling nationwide photography and video production functions. This role owns the end‑to‑end visual production process, including planning, scheduling, execution, quality control, and delivery of high‑quality photo and video assets. The ideal candidate combines hands‑on photography expertise, operational discipline, and executive communication skills to ensure consistently high standards across markets while aligning output with company goals.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the photography department across all markets, including photography managers, photographers, editors, and vendors.
Define and maintain visual standards, ensuring consistency in brand quality nationwide.
Establish processes, workflows, and best practices for scalable production operations.
Recruit, train, and retain top‑tier talent, including building a network of freelance photographers for high‑volume periods.
Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and create professional development opportunities.
Streamline the image creation process and implement workflow solutions to improve productivity and quality.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and photography metrics to measure efficiency and drive improvements.
Develop and maintain SOPs for photography workflows, asset management, and delivery.
Drive efficiency through process improvements and standardization.
Manage budgets, production costs, and vendor relationships.
Stay current on industry trends, tools, and technologies.
Present performance, strategy, and visual output to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Translate business objectives into photography and video production strategies.
Partner cross‑functionally with marketing, sales, and operations teams.
Core Competencies

Process‑oriented with strong operational mindset.
Exceptional organizational and scheduling capabilities.
Strong eye for quality and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑facing presentations.
Ability to lead, coach, and scale high‑performing teams.
Problem‑solving and decision‑making under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications & Education

8–12+ years of professional photography and/or video production experience.
5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and/or multi‑market operations.
Proven experience running large‑scale or distributed production environments.
Strong portfolio demonstrating photography and video expertise.
Advanced proficiency in editing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro).
Strong working knowledge of camera systems, lighting, and production workflows.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting, planning, and communication.
For New York and New Jersey the salary range for this role is $150,000–$170,000 per year.
OUTFRONT Media Is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants shall receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. Please refer to the OUTFRONT Media affirmative action policy statement.

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