Studio Photographer Job at Heritage Capital Corporation in Dallas

Are you a talented and experienced Studio Photographer with commercial experience? Set your sights on a career at Heritage Auctions, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices in New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, San Francisco, London, Hong Kong, and other cities. Heritage Auctions is the 3rd largest auction house in the world, with 50 different Auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Historical, Jewelry, Fine & Decorative Art, Wine, and many more.

SUMMARY: Responsible for photographing products for the Internet and auction catalogs in a high-volume and fast-paced environment. Candidates must submit a portfolio or examples of their work to be considered.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401k savings plans
• Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!

LOCATION:
South of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, NW corner of W. Airport Freeway (Hwy. 183) and Valley View Lane

COMPENSATION: Commensurate based on experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Photograph tabletop collectibles that meet the expectations for our weekly internet sales, auction catalogs, ads, and magazines
• Transition frequently between multiple studio roles/functions as the work requirements demand
• Individuals must have a well-developed skill set to understand photo direction with the ability to execute lighting requirements quickly and effectively

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• A photography education with a Fine Art or Technical degree, or the equivalent in practical on-the-job educational experience, is required
• 5+ years’ experience in a professional commercial photography studio, including high-end, high-volume, hard-line retail, eCommerce, or advertising studio environment.
• A professional photography portfolio that demonstrates a working knowledge of photography, including lighting, composition, and aesthetics

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be able to work as a team in a group environment, work independently, and be self-motivated as needed
• Must be able to follow layouts and written photo directions with great attention to detail
• Proficiency in Mac-based image capture software using Capture One Pro and Adobe Photoshop
• Must have a willingness to accept new project challenges
• Help to continuously improve the studio’s workflows, processes, and organization
• Good verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
• Be able to stand and/or walk during shifts and lift and move up to 40lbs

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Individuals must be able to work independently in a high-volume catalog environment with extremely tight turnaround times. Must be available to work overtime and/or weekends and maintain an established work schedule.

Heritage Auctions welcomes and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, mature workers, and persons with disabilities. EOE