Product Photographer
Accentuate Staffing is seeking a motivated Product Photographer to join on of our clients to support the photography of high-end merchandise for catalogs and digital marketing. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is eager to learn professional product photography in a fast-paced environment. While prior professional photography experience is a plus, we are primarily looking for a hardworking, dependable individual with a strong willingness to learn and an eye for detail.
The Product Photographer will be responsible for photographing a wide variety of fine and decorative objects, ensuring each item is accurately represented while meeting production deadlines. This role offers hands-on training in photography techniques, lighting, image editing, and specialized product handling.
Responsibilities:
- Photograph high-end products for auction catalogs, website listings, and marketing materials.
- Learn and follow established photography standards to ensure consistent, high-quality images.
- Edit and prepare photographs using photo editing software.
- Meet recurring production schedules and daily photography goals.
- Safely handle a wide variety of items ranging from delicate porcelain and artwork to furniture (with assistance when needed).
- Learn proper handling techniques for valuable and unique objects.
- Organize and maintain digital image files and related documentation.
- Learn and utilize proprietary photography and catalog management software.
- Collaborate with cataloging and production teams to ensure projects are completed accurately and on time.
- Maintain photography equipment and studio organization.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent; photography coursework or related experience is a plus.
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
- Ability to follow direction while also working independently.
- Willingness to learn professional product photography and image editing techniques.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment.
- Ability to remain organized and maintain attention to detail while managing multiple priorities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfortable handling valuable merchandise with care and professionalism.
- Ability to lift and move merchandise, including larger items such as furniture, with assistance.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software quickly.
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar editing software is helpful but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in photography, fine art, antiques, collectibles, or luxury goods.
- Experience using digital cameras or photo editing software.
- Previous experience in photography, retail, museums, galleries, production, or warehouse environments is a plus.
