Photographer

They will do installs and dismantle photo sets (including camera, lighting, props, and samples), style photos and videos for approval, and shoot photos and videos. Candidates MUST: be local to be considered, as the role is based in the Chicago, Illinois office with a 5-day onsite work week requirement. • Photograph all product images needed for e-commerce, in-store, and any other marketing materials for Paper Source, Paper Source Wholesale, and Barnes and Noble as needed • Style and photograph all beauty/lifestyle images for e-commerce, in-store, and any other marketing materials for Paper Source, Paper Source Wholesale, and Barnes & Noble • Create GIFs and videos for product highlights, brand statements, and seasonal launches • Support the production process, which may include creating shot lists and art direction • Operate and maintain all photo equipment and the photo studio • Procure photo props, set props, and backgrounds as needed for photo styling • Install and dismantle all photo sets • Receive, organize, and return all photo samples promptly • Remain current and knowledgeable about cameras, lighting, software, and hardware • Able to work under stringent deadlines, and flexible to changing priorities • Have a passion for color, paper, crafting, design, and photography • Participate in seasonal inspiration and trend meetings, and collaborate with the Design team on crafting projects and inspiration. • Degree in Photography or Graphic Design or quantifiable work-related experience • Studio or Corporate photography experience is a MUST • High technical proficiency in Photoshop with 3 years of relevant job experience • Strong sense of design, composition, color, and aesthetic judgment • Ability to manage changing priorities, set and maintain deadlines, work with a collaborative team, accept and work with given feedback • Service-oriented personality • Proactive sense of urgency • Able to show initiative and offer new ideas for process improvements • Possess strong multi-tasking and organizational skills • Mac OS expert • Mastery of Capture One • Proficient in current versions of Adobe Photoshop, working knowledge of all other Adobe software • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.