Photographer, Freelance, Chicago

Photographer Freelance - Temporary Hindman, one of the nation’s leading fine art auction houses, is seeking a freelance temporary Photographer for our Chicago office. This role is responsible for photographing all items sold at auction (includes fine furniture, decorative arts, fine art, jewelry, couture, books, and other valuable objects). Photographers create images that are used for printed... catalogues, online catalogues, and all other promotional materials. Key Responsibilities: • Photograph items for upcoming auctions • Ensure all images meet the company’s standard for quality and consistency • Work closely with the Director of Photography to prioritize tasks Successful candidate will possess: • Bachelor's degree in photography, or 1-3 years of professional photography experience • Experience photographing products on white in a studio setting using monolights/strobe lighting • Experience photographing jewelry or gemstones preferred • A professional digital SLR camera with zoom lens • Proficiency with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop CC: working knowledge of layers, masks, color correction tools, actions, batch processing • Ability to maintain high quality while executing high volume of images under tight deadlines • Capability to work efficiently and independently, showing creativity and innovation • Highly motivated and enthusiastic attitude • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail • Ability to safely handle and lift/move large, fragile art objects • Interest in Art and Art History Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter, resume, and a link to their portfolio. Hindman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.