Beloved by young trendsetters and celebrities worldwide, Cider stands as one of the fastest-growing fashion brands today, with a following exceeding 5 million. Founded in 2020 and rooted in Los Angeles, we proudly serve customers in over 130 countries, offering a diverse range of styles from sizes XXS to 4XL. With our innovative smart fashion technology, Cider is leading the way towards a zero-inventory future, minimizing production waste without compromising quality. Our unique "Pick A Mood" collections transform everyday moods into captivating style statements, engaging the next generation and cementing our position as a Gen Z favorite.
Job Summary
Cider is seeking an experienced Senior Photographer to join our Los Angeles studio team full-time. This role will be responsible for creating high-quality, fashion-forward photography across e-commerce, campaigns, social media, and other brand channels.
The ideal candidate brings extensive professional fashion photography experience, a highly developed visual perspective, and the technical expertise to consistently deliver compelling imagery in a fast-paced studio environment. You will collaborate closely with creative, styling, production, and marketing teams to translate Cider's brand identity and creative direction into impactful visual content.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead photography for e-commerce, editorial, campaign, lookbook, social media, and other brand content
- Translate creative briefs and brand direction into compelling, on-brand photography
- Produce consistently high-quality imagery while maintaining Cider's visual identity across different channels and projects
- Direct models and collaborate with stylists, hair and makeup artists, producers, and other creative partners during shoots
- Partner with creative and production teams on lighting, composition, framing, posing, and overall visual execution
- Plan and execute studio and location shoots from pre-production through final image selection
- Develop lighting setups and photography techniques appropriate for different products, concepts, and campaign needs
- Maintain consistency in photography across high-volume e-commerce production while adapting to editorial and campaign concepts
- Review and select images with attention to composition, product presentation, brand standards, and commercial objectives
- Collaborate with retouching and post-production teams to ensure final imagery meets quality and brand standards
- Manage photography equipment and help maintain an organized, efficient, and production-ready studio environment
- Stay current on fashion, photography, social media, and visual culture to bring relevant creative ideas and perspectives to the team
- Provide photography expertise and guidance to support the continued development of Cider's visual identity
- Balance multiple projects, production schedules, and deadlines in a fast-paced creative environment
Job Requirements
- 10+ years of professional photography experience required, with significant experience in fashion, apparel, e-commerce, editorial, or related creative environments
- A professional photography portfolio is required for consideration
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in fashion photography, including studio photography, model direction, lighting, composition, and visual storytelling
- Advanced knowledge of professional camera systems, studio lighting, lighting modifiers, and photography equipment
- Strong understanding of fashion styling, composition, color, posing, and contemporary visual trends
- Extensive experience working with models and cross-functional creative teams on professional photo shoots
- Experience producing both high-volume commercial/e-commerce imagery and elevated campaign or editorial content
- Strong understanding of digital photography workflows, file management, image selection, and post-production processes
- Proficiency with industry-standard photography and post-production software
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to visual quality and consistency
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to provide creative input while effectively executing established brand and creative direction
- Ability to manage multiple shoots and priorities while meeting tight production deadlines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and evolving environment
- Must be available to work full-time, on-site at Cider's Los Angeles studio
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a portfolio or portfolio link showcasing relevant professional photography work. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
Position Type: Full-time
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