The Vermont Country Store is hiring: Photo Studio Assistant in Manchester Center

Description

The Vermont Country Store is one of the most unique and beloved companies in America. Orton Family owned since 1946, the company offers a comprehensive assortment of high-quality, practical and hard-to-find goods through its catalog, website and two stores in Weston and Rockingham, Vermont. Despite the company's image as an old-fashioned country store, The Vermont Country Store is a champion of innovation in our marketing, our operations and as an employer of choice. For two years running, The Vermont Country Store has earned the #1 ranking in the Universal Service Provider category of Newsweek Magazine's Best Online Shops, placing ahead of Amazon, WalMart, Target and other industry leaders. Come join our high-performing team who collaborate, innovate, and deliver strong results. We're committed to seeking life-long learners, promoting from within and creating long-term opportunities for those who excel. We welcome you to apply even if you don't check all the boxes. We hope you'll consider joining us and see where a career with us can lead you.

Located in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont, The Vermont Country Store, a family owned multi-channel business, has been successfully operating for 75 years. We are currently seeking a Photo Studio Assistant to join our Advertising team. The qualified candidate will support the photography team's varied needs. The ideal candidate will enjoy being part of dynamic team and an energetic self-starter. If you have styling ambition and the technical aptitude, we can teach you the tools! Some knowledge of studio photography is desirable, but not essential.

Are you...

• Someone with a keen eye for style, visual composition, and attention to detail?
• Able to manage multiple projects at one time to achieve "can't miss" deadlines?
• Up to the challenge of maintaining order in a continually moving studio?

Have you...

• An interest in helping to prepare merchandise and sets for photo shoots?
• Been an integral part of a team where communication and prioritization were key to its success?

Are you ready to...

• Work for a well-established, thriving Vermont business where the sky is the limit?
• Learn more about the day-to-day operations of a bustling studio in order to advance your career?

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's of Arts degree or equivalent work experience
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Good communication skills, in person and in writing.
• Ability to multi-task/prioritize

• The employee must be able to stand and engage in physical activity for extended periods of time (6+ hours).

What we offer:

• A team-oriented culture filled with truly "good" people
• We have flexible working hours and work from home days to accommodate your personal life
• An onsite wellness center including free wellness, acute care visits and programs with Licensed Family Nurse Practitioner
• Onsite fitness facilities
• We offer a generous employee discount
• We offer a competitive salary package, 401-K, commuter benefit, dental, vision, an ICHRA employer contribution for medical insurance, contributions to the cost of childcare, employer paid life, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life insurance, accident, hospital and critical illness, auto insurance, home insurance, recreational toys insurance
• Potential for quarterly bonus
• Numerous philanthropic programs including paid volunteer hours and matching charitable contributions