Second Shooter/Editor

Position Overview

The Second Shooter/Photo Editor is responsible for color correcting & retouching product & lifestyle imagery, as well as assisting the lead photographer with photoshoots and second shooting. They will have a heavy hand in assisting the photographer with equipment setup/breakdown, set builds, studio clean-ups, file structure and naming, and on-set assistance as needed. This role supports making sure all photo assets are shot correctly, edited with accuracy, and delivered on time in a fast-paced environment.

The position reports directly to the Lead Photographer. It is a part-time position and is housed in the marketing department and photo studio of Shop Avara’s home offices in Dallas, TX.

Primary Responsibilities

• Edits images to our photography standards, including basic retouching, cropping, and color correcting with a tight turnaround (1-3 days)
• Assists in shooting products and accessories at photo shoots in our in-house studio
• Ensure imaging standards are maintained, ultimately owning the technical quality of the final output.
• Catalog, name, crop, color manage, and, when necessary, spot retouch a high volume of image assets under tight deadlines
• Consistent quality management of digital images that are within established standards, which can quickly be edited and made web-ready.
• Ensure a high level of consistent technical quality and aesthetics for all photography created and distributed.
• Work closely with the Lead Photographer on all concepts and execution.
• Understand deadlines and schedules in order to help prioritize product and image organization in a high-volume environment.
• Troubleshoot any technical issues that arise on set in regards to the camera, lighting, Macbook, cables, and additional equipment.



Desired Skills and Abilities

• Strong digital photography, studio lighting, and file management skills
• Knowledge of Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, Capture One is a plus
• Passion for the technical side of studio photography
• Clear communicator with great interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of both natural and studio lighting
• Retouching and color-correcting skills
• A self-starter, with a strong sense of teamwork in a fast-high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Approaches challenges and demands with a flexible, problem-solving, and positive attitude.
• Quality orientation and high attention to detail
• Ability to work 24-32 hours a week at our Dallas, TX HQ studio and offsite shoot locations