Jr Photographer
Quad - Sacramento, California, United States, 95828Work at Quad
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Overview
Assist and/or execute high-quality digital photography for multiple categories used in client's website and marketing materials, corporate requests and off-site events; maintain consistently high standards for accuracy, aesthetics, and productivity Supports on-set troubleshooting of photography challenges
Reviewing equipment and processing needs with Photographers Partner with Studio Manager, Category Managers and Stylists for on-time product supply purchasing, delivery and quality assurance Maintaining photography equipment, studio contents and studio environment Working directly with Studio Producer to understand and adhere to internal studio schedules
Tracking assigned projects, maintaining shot lists, and tracking sheets
Work with in-house and freelance talent to execute photo processing and retouching
Assisting in processing and routing of images and projects from production through post production Working cooperatively with Studio Producer, Photographers and Stylists to insure deadlines are met Set building and set assembly skills. Practical working knowledge of hand tools Drive image and asset searches as requested by client and studio team Performing reviews of circular ad proofs for image requests; providing comments and assets as needed
Assisting in maintaining a high level of client satisfaction and confidence Performing, maintaining and assisting in all studio projects, processes and improvement initiatives
Qualifications:
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis
Associate or Trade School Degree in Photography, Media, Design, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Business Management or equivalent work experience Minimum 3 year photo or production assisting experience in a commercial, high-end, high-volume, digital photography catalog, retail, e-Commerce or advertising studio photography environment A working portfolio of demonstrable photography skills and abilities is required. Understanding and working knowledge of still photography techniques, principles, equipment, and lighting techniques for commercial photography Experience with digital image retouching, image manipulation and postproduction techniques and software(s) to enhance/improve raw capture and rendered high-resolution image quality Experience with evaluation of photography for reproduction in print and electronic media (web images) Working knowledge of current photography equipment, tools and software Understanding of workflows for still and video productions
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines
Accustomed to the intensity of the studio environment, and unshrinking under deadline pressure
Shooting experience in an e-commerce photo studio
Self-driven and able to easily communicate creative ideas and collaborate in a team environment
Productivity-focused and proven to be a quick problem solver
Proficiency with Apple/Macintosh computer platform/software. Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office software - specifically Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint Working knowledge and experience with CaptureOne (raw image capture software), Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge, Acrobat, In-Design, Illustrator, Final Cut (Mac) and Adobe Premier
We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.
Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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