Staff Photographer - Shoe Carnival

Immediate opportunity!

Are you passion-driven about photography and have product experience including tabletop and lifestyle? Imagine using your skills every day to bring our products to life, spotlighting styles that make our customers step out in confidence. At Shoe Carnival, you'll have the perfect full-time opportunity to exert your photography knowledge to capture compelling product and lifestyle images.  We are looking for a creative person with initiative that doesn't mind working outdoors and in different elements to get the perfect shot!

The Staff Photographer is responsible for the production of omni-channel photography assets for the organization.

This position is located at Shoe Carnival's South Corporate office -- 1800 Innovation Point, 5th Floor, Fort Mill, South Carolina. The primary hours for the position are Monday -- Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides photography and video assets for social media, eCommerce, digital, in-store visuals, print, etc.
• Creates product photography both in-studio (tabletop sets) and outside environments.
• Works with the Design team in concept collaboration to ensure photography is aligned with project specifications.
• Partners with Creative Director to develop campaigns, locations, props, and lighting concepts.
• Directs models on set, and all other needs as necessary to make lifestyle shoots come to life.
• Maintains a detailed product photography schedule and is able to prioritize shoots based on product arrivals and creative image needs.
• Prepares and styles all products in accordance with studio standards.
• Photographs all product consistently and with the utmost attention to detail.
• Responsible for sizing, naming, and color correcting of all shots.
• Utilizes digital asset management tool to name, save, and archive images and maintains master image archive in an organized manner.
• Maintains photo equipment and cleanliness of studio.
• Stays up to date on industry best practices, trends and new technologies.

Requirements:

• Degree in Photography or related field, or 2+ years of photography experience required.
• Must have a portfolio of recent work that demonstrates technical and creative photography skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop required.
• Experience with difficult studio lighting situations preferred.
• Proficiency with Nikon and Canon equipment preferred.
• Experience with Lightroom and capture one software.
• Excellent technical and creative problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, detail-oriented with a positive attitude. Must be comfortable and proactive with constructive feedback.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong interest and ability to acquire and maintain knowledge of market and fashion trends.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office products to include Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to successfully complete an annual motor vehicle record check and acknowledge Shoe Carnival's Driver Safety policy. Must have reliable transportation.

Total Rewards:

The Shoe Carnival, Inc. Total Rewards program offers eligible associates highly competitive benefits, including the following:

• Full-time salaried position
• Variety of work with omni-channel photography assets
• Collaborative role with Creative Director and Design team
• Opportunity to direct and bring lifestyle shoots to life
• Stay up to date with industry trends and new technologies
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Time)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Disability, and Voluntary Benefits
• Fitness Membership Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee & Family Discounts
• Relocation Opportunities

If you are a passionate photographer with a love for fashion, your search ends here at Shoe Carnival. We invite you to become a part of our family, a place where every moment is dynamic and every picture you click tells a story. So, fill out that application and send your portfolio link, let's create magic one click at a time. Apply Now!

Shoe Carnival, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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