Experienced Company Photographer - Art of Life Photography

Company Photographer

Art of Life Photography | Chamblee, GA | Full-time, in studio and on location

The short version

We're hiring a full-time photographer (32 to 40+ hours per week) to shoot a wide range of sessions: seniors, underclass and faculty portraits, candid school events, sporting events, and sportraits. You'll join a team that takes pride in beautiful images and in taking good care of the families and schools we serve.

Professional photography experience and strong technical skills are expected. We'll train you on our style, lighting setups, and shoot-specific workflows.

This role offers a solid base salary and full benefits.

Who we are

Art of Life Photography has been making art from this beautiful thing called life for over 21 years. From our studio in Chamblee, we photograph high school seniors and partner with more than 20 schools across Metro Atlanta, creating artistic, expressive images of students. Our team is creative, communicative, and committed to our goals. We work hard, we support each other, and we like to laugh along the way.

What we expect of everyone

Care. Value and honor your part of the process.

Believe in team. We all do our part and support each other.

Take care of people, always.

Keep learning, growing, and trying new ideas.

You might see yourself here if

You notice the details other people miss. You believe anything worth doing is worth doing right. You're just as comfortable making a nervous senior laugh as you are keeping a line of 300 students moving on picture day. You raise your hand for new challenges and adapt easily when plans change.

Your goal

Create consistent, beautiful images and give every client a great experience, building the studio's sales and reputation along the way.

What you'll do

Photograph seniors, underclass and faculty portraits, school events, sports, and sportraitsFollow each shoot's photography plan while bringing energy and warmth to every sessionLearn and set up our lighting, backdrops, and equipment for each type of shootOrganize and upload images accurately for post-productionHelp with culling and toning as neededDeliver signage, marketing, and service items to partner schoolsSupport the studio with client service, post-production, and final deliveryRepresent Art of Life Photography with professionalism and grace in the studio, on campus, and with clients, vendors, and teammatesWhat you bring

Professional photography experience with strong technical skills in lighting and posingComfort working with students, parents, and school staffOrganization and attention to detail, especially with files and namingCalm, steady focus in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentInitiative to plan ahead and follow through without being askedFamiliarity with Lightroom and Photoshop (a plus)Valid US driver's license, clean driving record, and a reliable, insured vehicleSchedule and work environment

Full-time, 32 to 40+ hours xklufbp per weekSchedule varies with shoot calendars, including some early mornings, evenings, and weekendsTravel to schools and locations across Metro AtlantaPhysical requirements: sitting, standing, walking, bending, and squatting; assembling and moving equipment; frequently lifting up to 40 lbs and occasionally up to 65 lbsCompensation and benefits

Base salary of $45,000 to $50,000Overtime paid at time and a half for hours over 40Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Paid time offHow to apply

Send your resume, a link to your portfolio, and a few sentences about why this role fits you. We'd love to see a portrait you're proud of and hear the story behind it.

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Art of Life Photography is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.