Photographer / Videographer
Summary / Objective
We are seeking a highly skilled Photographer/Videographer with an exceptional eye for lighting, composition, movement, and visual storytelling. This individual will be responsible for capturing high-quality photo and video content that reflects the technical, premium, and dynamic aesthetic of our brands.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable behind a camera and working in post-production, with the ability to confidently capture product, athlete, lifestyle, studio, and action-oriented content. This role will support a wide range of creative needs across product launches, campaigns, eCommerce, social media, digital advertising, email, events, and brand storytelling.
This is a fast-paced, high-volume role for a creative professional who thrives in a collaborative, in-house environment and is passionate about producing visually compelling content from concept through final delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Photography & Video Production
- Plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality photography and video content for product launches, campaigns, athlete features, events, and ongoing brand initiatives.
- Capture product, lifestyle, studio, eCommerce, action, and behind-the-scenes content across a variety of environments.
- Photograph and film apparel, accessories, equipment, athletes, and lifestyle subjects with a strong understanding of product positioning and brand aesthetic.
- Build and execute effective lighting setups for studio, product, tabletop, lifestyle, and on-location shoots.
- Operate professional camera equipment, lighting, audio, and stabilization systems.
- Direct and pose talent, athletes, and models when needed to achieve the desired composition and performance.
- Manage shoots from pre-production through final delivery, including planning, equipment preparation, shot lists, and file organization.
- Travel domestically and internationally for photoshoots, events, campaigns, and other brand initiatives as needed.
Editing & Post-Production
- Edit and retouch photography using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and/or similar professional tools.
- Edit short-form and long-form video content using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and/or Final Cut Pro.
- Perform color correction, color grading, image retouching, sound editing, and other post-production work as needed.
- Create multiple photo and video variations optimized for different channels and placements.
- Utilize AI-assisted tools where appropriate to improve workflow, create variations, and streamline repetitive production tasks.
- Organize and maintain photo and video assets to ensure files are easily accessible and properly archived.
- Deliver assets optimized for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Paid Social, Email, Web, E-commerce, and digital advertising.
Creative Collaboration
- Work closely with the Creative Manager and internal teams to develop and execute creative concepts.
- Translate creative direction into compelling photo and video content while maintaining brand consistency.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Product, E-commerce, and other internal teams to understand content needs and priorities.
- Incorporate feedback efficiently and execute revisions within established timelines.
- Manage a daily and weekly queue of photography and video requests while balancing planned shoots with last-minute priorities.
- Contribute creative ideas and recommendations for improving the quality and effectiveness of visual content.
Qualifications & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Expert knowledge of professional photography and video equipment, including Sony or Canon camera systems.
- Experience with GoPro, DJI/Ronin gimbals, drones, and other specialty equipment is a plus.
- Strong understanding of lighting, lenses, exposure, camera settings, color profiles, composition, and sound.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
- Working knowledge of Final Cut Pro is a plus.
- Experience with studio lighting, off-camera flash, continuous lighting, and on-location lighting setups.
- Drone Pilot certification is a plus.
Creative Skills
- Exceptional eye for composition, lighting, framing, color, movement, and visual storytelling.
- Ability to create polished, premium imagery and video that aligns with a high-performance brand aesthetic.
- Strong understanding of photography and video for digital marketing, eCommerce, social media, and paid advertising.
- Ability to adapt visual style across product, lifestyle, athlete, editorial, and commercial content.
- Strong understanding of current social media and digital content trends.
Soft Skills
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Able to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative, coachable, and receptive to creative feedback.
- Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a team environment.
- Able to work under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing project needs, shoot schedules, and priorities.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience & Requirements
- 5+ years of professional photography and videography experience , preferably within a brand, agency, studio, or commercial environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, Video Production, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
- Experience shooting technical products, performance apparel, sports, fitness, lifestyle, or streetwear is strongly preferred.
- Experience photographing and filming athletes or active subjects is a plus.
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and passport with the ability to travel domestically and internationally.
- Must be available to work full-time in a fast-paced, in-house creative environment.
- Must be comfortable working both in a studio and on location.
Additional Expectations
- Ability to produce both photography and video assets from a single shoot, maximizing the value of each production.
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment and deliver multiple assets on a regular basis.
- Comfortable handling all aspects of a shoot, from equipment preparation and lighting to capture, editing, retouching, and final delivery.
- Ability to maintain consistent visual standards across all photography and video content.
- Stay current on emerging photography, video, editing, and AI technologies and identify opportunities to improve creative workflows.
- Portfolio required. Website, photography portfolio, video reel, Instagram, or comparable work samples are acceptable.