Photographer

Description

Who We Are

Back in 1990, POLYWOOD was the first to create outdoor furniture from recycled plastic materials. "Made with genuine POLYWOOD lumber" is a brand promise — our furniture is built to be enjoyed season after season. More importantly, our goal is to help create spaces where friends and family can gather, relax, and connect. More information about our company can be found at genuinepolywood.com

POLYWOOD is currently seeking applicants for a Photographer to join our growing in-house Creative Team at our headquarters in Syracuse, IN. The ideal candidate will be the “go-to” person for anything photography. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a team of seasoned creative professionals and help take our brand to the next level.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Creative Director and the Imagery Team to create industry leading product visuals.
• Plan, organize, and shoot both Studio and Lifestyle shoots.
• Generate rendered imagery utilizing digital 3D visualization programs
• Provide photo retouching and digital manipulation of images to create finished content for use across multiple channels
• Support other company departments with various photography requests
• Implement file-naming, organization, and metadata initiatives to fulfill accurate and complete digital asset protocols for all files.
• Operate and maintain studio equipment, organize photo supplies and maintain storage areas.
• Create work you’re proud of. Help ensure that all deadlines are met and visual content is created to brand standards.

Requirements

Skills, Experience, and Requirements:

• REQUIRED: A solid photography portfolio that demonstrates experience conceptualizing and executing impactful, engaging imagery for print, digital, and social platforms — applications without portfolios or work examples will be omitted from consideration.
• A degree in Photography or Fine Arts is preferred
• REQUIRED: 4 years of experience (or equivalent) in a photography studio or corporate advertising / creative department.
• Ability to storytell through creative visuals
• Highly proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Camera RAW)
• Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in being a thought partner with senior creatives to brainstorm and collaborate on concepts and direction
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands, and communicate status appropriately to the rest of the team and collaborators
• Responsive to feedback, capable of both receiving and giving all types of feedback
• Self-motivated and accountable; able to work independently and meet deadlines
• A positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to be flexible and accommodating in our fast-paced environment
• Hard work ethic, desire to learn and grow

Bonus Skills (not required):

• 3D Imagery Rendering
• Video shooting / editing knowledge
• Social Media content creation and management
• Graphic Design experience