The Photo Art Director works with a broad team of creatives, photographers, stylists, clients, production personnel and others to create innovative, high quality, on brand, and beautiful/aesthetically pleasing images for client advertising across multiple media platforms. Assisting in the development, planning and execution of photo shoots for ecommerce and catalog print needs. This position supports the photo stylists, photographers, studio manager, art directors and most importantly clients to ensure all photography adheres to brand standards. The Photo Art Director is onsite at the photo studio and is a cross-functional collaborator who delivers across multiple, complex photography projects, while driving deadlines and maintaining a high creative bar.
About you: You have a creative background full of experience in the commercial photography industry. A portfolio showcasing your hands on photography styling skills as well as photo art directed work. You excel in complex, fast-paced environments and are gifted in crafting truly, distinctive, and visually compelling ideas, even amidst the most intricate business and customer challenges. You have excellent leadership and communications skills with the ability to guide and motivate studio teams.
Requirements
Photo art direct photography for several photo crews at once, sometimes for multiple clients
Provide art direction for catalog, ecomm and lifestyle photo shoots
Create and/or learn, live and breathe a brands style guide (look and feel, styling, lighting)
Contribute to photography in the studio, providing direction and at times, styling shots yourself
Communicate with other stakeholders and clients to assist in the completion of on time, on brand and most importantly beautiful photography
Provide clear, constructive and respectful feedback to photography teams (stylists, assistants and photographers)
Contribute to the ideation and execution of set builds
Remain open to constructive feedback and the ability to evolve and grow with the studio
Act as a positive team player who does not hesitate to jump in when additional support is needed
What You Need
Experience leading creative development from concept to delivery
Friendly, enthusiastic, and eager to learn and contribute
Ability to multi-task, organize, and problem-solve under tight deadlines
Understanding of photography trends, talent, and techniques, allowing for informed decision-making and innovative approaches
Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Digital Photography and Lighting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey changes, updates, and ideas to creative staff, as well as to engage with various departments within the organization
Ability to accept criticism and adapt or modify as needed
Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines
Collaborate with creative teams and clients fostering positive working relationships and contributing to collective success
Proactive and self-motivated individual with a passion for creative
Willingness to develop new initiatives and generate ideas beyond assigned projects, staying informed about industry trends and making recommendations accordingly
Physical Requirements
Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Periods of standing, bending and walking through photo sets
Must be able to lift up to 20-40 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
Benefits
Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Policies
Short and Long-Term Disability
401K with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Must be 18 years old or older to apply.
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Advertising Services
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