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Kinship

Photographer

Kinship, Chicago, Illinois, United States,


NOTE: ONLY CANDIDATES WITH PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE AND HOTELS WILL BE CONSIDERED. THIS JOB IS BASED ONSITE IN CHICAGO, IL.

About UsKinship is an integrated marketing agency that serves leaders in food, travel and culture. We blend the best of Public Relations, Social Media, and Digital Marketing.

About the PositionWe are searching for an entrepreneurially-minded photographer with a minimum of 5 years of professional photography experience. For this position, we prize technical abilities in photography, editing, styling, and content creation.

Select Job ResponsibilitiesProduces and executes a variety of high-quality photography shoots, including food & beverage, hospitality lifestyle, event coverage, and architectural photography.Directs lifestyle photography shoots with confidence and skill, including guiding models and talent for natural, engaging shots.Scouts shoot locations and angles for optimal composition on locationCompose, stylize, and stage shots with a perfectionist’s eye for detailMaintains high standards in lighting, color accuracy, and exposure.Proficiency in using professional photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, and lighting setups.Advanced skills in photo editing softwarePulling photo selects from photo shoots and editing original photo contentManages pre- and post-production tasks, including researching, organizing, shot list creation, photo editing and managing assets.Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple shoots, manage scheduling platform and meet deadlines.Ability to capture and convey the brand story through compelling visuals that resonate with target audiences.Creates and maintains content for social media networking sites, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc., as well as content-sharing platforms pertinent to our partner businesses in culture, food, and travelInterfaces with team members in other disciplines for strong coordination of integrated marketing campaignsUnderstands that this is a flexible “lifestyle” job, often requiring atypical work hoursBrainstorms and innovates to improve company, job, and partners; appreciates the big picture and complexity in decision-makingTells us what we do not know with regular candor

Personal Traits & Habits SetAn unshakeable passion for culture, food and travelJedi-level brightnessDesire to outdo oneself, above all othersEmpathyOptimismEasily obsessed with our partnersImpeccable with one’s wordCreativityComfort with new business developmentSelf-awarenessCuriosity

Professional Skills SetGrows with the disciplineMaintains a nuanced understanding of social media networking, content sharing and reputation management platforms pertinent to businesses in culture, food and travelAdept at promoting learning, influencing choices and fostering connections vis-à-vis social media channelsMonetizes the discipline on behalf of a business’ bottom line, wherever possibleHas a keen understanding of measurement and reporting toolsOffers mature written and verbal skills

ConsiderationsWilling to travel within ChicagolandWilling to travel out of state (15% - 35%)Work evenings and weekends