Photographer

AKIRA Fashion eCommerce Catalog Photographer

In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 35+ stores across the United States, as well as a thriving eCommerce business (shopAKIRA.com.) AKIRA is extremely well-poised for sustained growth as we continue to build a nationally recognized brand.

AKIRA’s culture has one very large, distinct difference from other high fashion competitors: Fanatical, Obsessive Attention to the consumer’s needs and desires. The core principle for all employees at AKIRA is to Act and Think Like an Owner, and this belief can be reflected across all areas of the company.

**Portfolio must be included in application to be considered**

The Position

Fashion eCommerce Catalog Photographer

Location

Chicago, IL

Overview:

AKIRA is looking for a talented Fashion Photographer to add to our team. Our photographers are responsible for high volume commercial and editorial photography as well as editing images and videos both on figure and off. Candidates must have a strong eye for aesthetics, fashion, clothing, and shoes. A strong candidate will be highly organized, have the ability to multi-task under fast-paced environments and meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Excellent retouching/editing capabilities in Photoshop and other Adobe programs
• Has a strong eye for fashion photography, both on and off-figure
• Highly experienced with various photo and lighting equipment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Previous eCommerce and fashion photography experience is a strong plus
• Minimum 2-3 years of professional photography experience required

The Ideal Candidate Has/Is:

• Exceptional work ethic and motivation to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communicator
• Outstanding organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and diligent task follow-through
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast - paced, dynamic environment
• Highly collaborative, responsive team player

Diversity & Inclusion:

At AKIRA we believe that treating everyone in a first-class manner is essential to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects our values and our community. This is deeply rooted in our company's principles, culture, and fashion. We continuously strive to cultivate a company where employees feel a sense of belonging and contribute to a culture that values differences, ideas, and experiences. Our unique workforce is directly linked to our success and makes us stronger collectively.

Benefits and Perks:

AKIRA offers competitive benefits for full time employees, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Life, LTD, FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA, Flex Transit (CTA), 401(k), and employee discount. We are committed to encouraging internal development and providing significant career enrichment opportunities. Most importantly, what has propelled AKIRA’s growth and success over the years has been the dynamic culture within the company - if you’re filled with passion, have a strong desire to get things done, and if you want to go to a place where you know your work matters and where you can implement your ideas and decisions, then AKIRA just might be the place for you.

Job Type: Part time or full time available