Photography Manager

Leadership

Provides supervisory responsibilities to a subset of the photography team. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, onboarding, new hire training, ongoing coaching, development and training of team including seasonal reviews and performance management.
Field visits - periodically visits jobs to observe and coach photographers to improve
Provide leadership to the team through team meetings, 1 on 1 meetings and setting a positive example.
Provide clear expectations to team members and hold them accountable in a positive way. Setting an example to the team through holding yourself to high expectations and personal accountability.
Attends meetings with leadership to discuss strategy, current results, and determine any changes necessary to drive the business forward.
Responsible for the labor spending and productivity of assigned team.
Prepare and conduct performance reviews for team members.
Create a customer centric culture and provide ongoing customer service training to all team members.

Equipment Support

Responsible for equipment management, including inventory and maintenance.
Oversee seasonal distribution and collection of equipment
Provide insight on seasonal photography sets, equipment and testing.

Scheduling

Responsible for properly scheduling team members for onsite photography events by matching skills, location and productivity.
Ongoing review of employees' time records to ensure accuracy through our payroll systems.

The Skills You'll Bring

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 3- 4 years of related photography experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven ability to lead and effectively manage a team.
Knowledge of photography equipment.
Strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays.
Accessibility to reliable insured transportation to reach assigned locations. Vehicle insurance must be current and in compliance with provincial law.
Must have a valid driver's license.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Proven ability to lead and effectively manage a team
US Drivers License
Ability to lift and operate equipment - up to 40 lbs.
Strong Communication Skills
Reliable and Insured Transportation
Strong leadership, problem solving and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.