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This role shapes customer perception, drives sales, and strengthens our brand. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with expertise in e-commerce photography, passionate about visual storytelling, and dedicated to nurturing and developing a high-performing team. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cohesive, compelling content and foster a people-driven, growth-oriented environment. Remote Work Qualifications Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks. Access to a home router and modem. A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible). A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment. The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc. Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY). Responsibilities Strategic Vision: Develop and implement the overall vision and strategy for product photography, aligning with marketing goals and brand guidelines. Establish and champion new brand standards while upholding current standards. Studio Management & Optimization: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the photography studio, ensuring efficient workflows, optimal space & resource allocation, and a positive, collaborative environment. Continuously evaluate and improve processes to maximize productivity and image quality. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Procurement team to ensure products are accurately represented in imagery. Collaborate with Marketing, Video, Social, 3D, and Production teams to create integrated and impactful content campaigns. Team Leadership & Development: Drive the success of the photography, styling, pre-media, and quality control departments by leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team. This team includes photography managers, photographers, assistant photographers, set/food stylists, editors, and quality control specialists. Responsibilities encompass performance management, cultivating an innovative environment, and strategic hiring. This role manages managers and oversees individual contributors. Brand Guardian: Ensure all product photography adheres to established brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity across all channels. Image Quality & Innovation: Define and implement processes that elevate image quality and drive continuous improvement. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure our photography remains cutting-edge. Marketing Alignment: Define and communicate marketing goals for product photography and ensure alignment with overall marketing strategies. Budget Management: Ensuring cost-efficiency and maximizing ROI’s. Physical Requirements Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer. Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing. Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching. Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs. Qualifications Experience Strong portfolio showcasing high-quality product photography, demonstrating a deep understanding of lighting, composition, and styling. Extensive knowledge of e-commerce photography best practices and image optimization techniques. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including procurement, marketing, video, social, 3D, and production. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficient in photography software and equipment. Experience with food photography a plus. Education This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else. Attention to Detail: Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with meticulous accuracy. Initiative: Self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively identify opportunities for improvement. Flexibility: Adaptable and able to think quickly in response to changing circumstances, effectively generating buy-in from team members. Passion for Visual Storytelling: A strong understanding of visual communication and the ability to create compelling imagery that resonates with target audiences. A technology company selling restaurant supplies and equipment. Interviews are scheduled via email, and job offers will always follow a face-to-face interview (either via Microsoft Teams or in-person). Email communications will originate from an @webstaurantstore.com email address or another Clark Companies domain. If you have questions or concerns about the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please reach out to us at JobOfferQuestions@webstaurantstore.com WebstaurantStore provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, physical disability or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to qualified individuals who are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This applies to all areas of employment, recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We are fully committed to this concept and to obtaining the cooperation and understanding of this effort by all our employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr WebstaurantStore Food Service Equipment and Supply Company

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