Junior Photographer Job at Primitives By Kathy Inc in Lancaster

The Junior Photographer for Primitives By Kathy® (PBK) is an integral part of the day-to-day operations. Working side by side with our amazing team of photographers, assisting with the production of product photography and digital asset processing. The position requires expertise with technical and creative aspects of image production. Candidate should be able to perform color correction, color match, layer masks, clean up, image manipulation, and show strong asset organization skills.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Represent PBK professionally, responsibly, and passionately to all stakeholders.
• Maintain PBK’s studio equipment so we have updated software, schedule regular equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment that’s not working.
• Work alongside creative team to concept, produce, and execute on-brand content for catalogs, trade publications, social media, and website.
• Perform color correction and merchandise matching, cosmetic retouching, cropping, and final file output.
• Analyze image content, determine necessary enhancements and adjustments.
• Follow image and retouching guidelines to ensure image standards are maintained and consistent.
• Collaborate with Team to adhere to and successfully meet projected goals.
• Staying up to date with photography and trends as they pertain to content.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies:

• Understands, is passionate about, and has a finger on the pulse of all photography trends.
• Desire and ability to work under pressure under tight deadlines for multiple projects.
• Must have working knowledge of color correction based on RGB color space and conversion to CMYK to meet web and print industry standards for reproduction.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• File editing and file management of all products photographed.
• Highly organized and well structured, with the ability to give meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to work with colleagues in collaborative and team environments, as well as independently.
• Must be exceptionally detail oriented, with the ability to take feedback, make changes and progress at a pace necessary to meet tight deadlines and goals.
• Commitment to professionalism, hard work, and high-quality creativity.
  
  Education and Experience:
• BS/BA degree in photography or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of professional photography experience is required.
• Must have lighting and equipment experience.
• Experience working with digital asset and content management tools is preferred.
• Video editing experience and interest in social media content is a plus.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds using proper lifting technique. Must be able to bend frequently, stoop occasionally, kneel rarely, and sit up to 10 hours per day.

Travel

Local travel to photo shoots may be required.

Benefits for Full-time Employees

• Fun product line from an established, but growing, woman-owned company. (In 2024, we are celebrating 27 years!)
• KPRIDE KCREW program - commitment to employee engagement, training and development
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance;
• 401K with match;
• PTO and paid holidays; and your birthday off;
• Community participation through Kathy's Circle of Friends (program for individuals with all levels of disabilities) with volunteer incentive to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discounts on our products;
• Life & AD&D Insurance, short-term and long-term disability.

About Us:

Primitives By Kathy® is the #1 wholesaler of "present day primitives" to nationwide retail stores. With a focus on creative design, ahead-of-the-market product innovation, and international sourcing, the company currently offers over 9,000 unique home décor and gift items to more than 20,000 worldwide customers. From headquarters in Lancaster, PA, the company connects with customers through its 800+ page catalog, website, tradeshows, and permanent showrooms in PA, TX, GA, and NV. Learn more at: www.primitivesbykathy.com.

Primitives by Kathy® provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Primitives by Kathy® complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.