Lead Photographer

What started as a small family-owned business, has grown since its start in 2012, to a brand with a strong online and social presence. In this role, you will lead all aspects of photography, from concept development and shoot execution to post-production, ensuring high-quality, compelling imagery that aligns with our brand identity. Essential Functions • Photograph eCommerce and lifestyle photography content, working with internal and external teams • Plan, coordinate, and execute daily photoshoots, including setup and takedown • Ensure proper lighting for all shoots, both in-studio and on-location, and create lighting setups based on reference images • Manage studio equipment and gear, identify when new equipment is needed to achieve our creative goals • Select top images that align with the brand’s creative vision and participate in review sessions with Art Director on selects • Stage scenes aligned with creative guidelines and present ideas to the Art Director • Provide direction to photo assistants and digital techs on weekly lifestyle location shoots • Use Google Sheets to update studio shotlists daily • Shoots tabletop photography of shoes, bags, and hats • Adhere to shoot schedules, ensuring all product styles are captured and delivered on time • Follow creative direction on posing, lighting, and set execution • Oversee photo processing, color correction, and digital file organization • Work with Photo Editors and Retouching Vendors to review and refine images • Contribute creative photography ideas and develop CaptureOne treatments • Ensure all images maintain color consistency, sharpness, and proper lighting • Organize and maintain shoot spaces, props, and equipment, servicing equipment as needed • Support additional projects and responsibilities as needed to enhance studio operati Work Environment • This role will require a mix of both on-site and off-site work. Requirements • * Minimum of 5 years of previous full-time experience as an in-house Photographer • * Bachelor’s Degree in related field (or equivalent work experience) • * Must be able to provide a portfolio showcasing fashion on-model work • * Advanced knowledge of camera and lighting equipment and CaptureOne • * Ability to work daily at our Downtown Los Angeles, CA studio and offsite shoot locations