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Photographer - Still Life (South Yorkshire), Pontefract
Client: Next
Location: Pontefract, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 3a3c4db78c1d
Job Views: 76
Posted: 22.02.2025
Job Description:
We are looking for a Photographer to join our Photo Studio team at Next!
You will be part of an amazing team of in-house photographers working as one team to deliver high-quality imagery for Next in line with our creative direction. This is a fast-paced role that covers all our in-house photography teams to maintain Next’s photographic vision and creative beliefs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is creative & proactive and looking to take the next step in their career.
We want to see your skill and experience, so please ensure you provide a portfolio or website featuring relevant imagery in your application, and if successful will be invited to a practical interview.
About the role
* To deliver Still Life photography to the highest quality for the Next customer aligned to our brand principles & creative.
* You will get direction from your senior photographer in line with your creative lead.
* You will be a focused, driven, hard-working individual that has the maturity and empathy to take direction well.
* You must be able to remain calm and professional while maintaining a positive and proactive attitude.
* This role demands a strong team player with exceptional communication skills who is eager to learn and develop.
* You will be able to identify with the ever-changing requirements of a large studio team.
* It is vital to build and maintain strong relationships with your Creative Lead and Senior Photographer.
Responsibilities
* Communicate effectively within the studio to evolve the aesthetics of the imagery creatively.
* Maintain a consistent high level of photography that is complementary to the creative direction of the studio.
* Consistent research and understanding of new trends, street style, models, celebrities, social movements, Pinterest, Instagram, etc. to stay inspired, in order to bring the correct approach to every shoot.
* Maintain constant awareness of competitors, be ahead of the curve.
* To work collaboratively with other Photographers within the Studio.
* Consistently strive to think outside the box with all processes and projects, showing initiative and innovation.
* Communicate effectively with your Senior Photographer to establish clear, recognizable and achievable goals.
* Adhere to style guides & briefs set by product teams or studio management.
* Flexibility to work at other Next studios, external studios and on location when required.
About you
* An expert knowledge of photography, retouching and lighting techniques is essential.
* An extremely high competence of using Photoshop & Capture One.
* General skills in graphic design are preferred.
* Confidence in training others on photographic techniques.
* High competence using MAC Operating systems.
* Experience working within a large creative studio environment.
* Thorough understanding of current trends and lighting techniques.
* Forward-thinking, innovative & proactive in approach to all projects.
* Superior planning, workload management and organisational capabilities.
* Highly developed interpersonal, problem solving and presentation skills.
* Creative flair and knowledge, producing innovative ideas and solutions.
* A strong communicator and listener.
* It is essential to be commercially minded and aware of retail fashion and lifestyle trends.
* Comfortable with a highly pressured and rapidly changing environment.
* Experience in E-commerce and editorial photography is essential.
* At least 3 years of relevant experience.
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