Collectors is hiring: Photographer, PCGS in Santa Ana

Photographer
We are looking for a Photographer to join our Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) team to photograph and image coins with exacting standards of our clientele and our numismatic experts. This work will be repetitive, will require focus, and will involve working closely with a small team and some of the greatest treasures of American and World history. You will report to the Photography Manager and work onsite from our Santa Ana office with occasional domestic travel.

What You'll Do

Produce photographs of coins in accordance with industry standards as established by lead photographer

Produce photographs to the satisfaction of our exacting clientele

Use specialized photography and studio lighting techniques

Utilize in-house photographic processes established by lead photographer and software developers

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in photography

Must have knowledge of Canon EOS system, lighting, and other manual photographic techniques

Must have experience with Mirror Systems (DSLR) as well as experience with Adobe Photoshop

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills

Must understand and relay company policies and procedures

Ability to exhibit creativity and flexibility when appropriate

Ability to plan and accomplish goals and deliver products in a timely manner

Soft Skills

A natural collector of moments and visual inspiration, with an artistic eye

Committed to continuous learning, staying current with industry trends and techniques

Adaptable and able to thrive in a variety of shooting environments and adjust to client needs

Open to feedback and receptive to constructive input to deliver work that meets the brand vision

A strong eye for color, exposure, and composition, with the ability to frame compelling, emotive shots

Physical Requirements

Sitting and Standing for extended period of time

Repetitive motion

Handle all items with care

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is $26.00-$30.00/hr. Actual compensation in this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set.

Reasons To Join Us

Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals

Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation

Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays

Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions

Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs

Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better serve the diverse community of collectors we support.

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