Photographer-Videographer
2 days ago
Farmingdale
Photographer / Videographer \n Summary / Objective \n We are seeking a highly skilled Photographer/Videographer with an exceptional eye for lighting, composition, movement, and visual storytelling. This individual will be responsible for capturing high-quality photo and video content that reflects the technical, premium, and dynamic aesthetic of our brands. \n The ideal candidate is equally comfortable behind a camera and working in post-production, with the ability to confidently capture product, athlete, lifestyle, studio, and action-oriented content. This role will support a wide range of creative needs across product launches, campaigns, eCommerce, social media, digital advertising, email, events, and brand storytelling. \n This is a fast-paced, high-volume role for a creative professional who thrives in a collaborative, in-house environment and is passionate about producing visually compelling content from concept through final delivery. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Photography & Video Production \n\n • Plan, shoot, and deliver high-quality photography and video content for product launches, campaigns, athlete features, events, and ongoing brand initiatives.\n, • Capture product, lifestyle, studio, eCommerce, action, and behind-the-scenes content across a variety of environments.\n, • Photograph and film apparel, accessories, equipment, athletes, and lifestyle subjects with a strong understanding of product positioning and brand aesthetic.\n, • Build and execute effective lighting setups for studio, product, tabletop, lifestyle, and on-location shoots.\n, • Operate professional camera equipment, lighting, audio, and stabilization systems.\n, • Direct and pose talent, athletes, and models when needed to achieve the desired composition and performance.\n, • Manage shoots from pre-production through final delivery, including planning, equipment preparation, shot lists, and file organization.\n, • Travel domestically and internationally for photoshoots, events, campaigns, and other brand initiatives as needed.\n\n Editing & Post-Production \n\n • Edit and retouch photography using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and/or similar professional tools.\n, • Edit short-form and long-form video content using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and/or Final Cut Pro.\n, • Perform color correction, color grading, image retouching, sound editing, and other post-production work as needed.\n, • Create multiple photo and video variations optimized for different channels and placements.\n, • Utilize AI-assisted tools where appropriate to improve workflow, create variations, and streamline repetitive production tasks.\n, • Organize and maintain photo and video assets to ensure files are easily accessible and properly archived.\n, • Deliver assets optimized for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Paid Social, Email, Web, E-commerce, and digital advertising.\n\n Creative Collaboration \n\n • Work closely with the Creative Manager and internal teams to develop and execute creative concepts.\n, • Translate creative direction into compelling photo and video content while maintaining brand consistency.\n, • Collaborate with Marketing, Product, E-commerce, and other internal teams to understand content needs and priorities.\n, • Incorporate feedback efficiently and execute revisions within established timelines.\n, • Manage a daily and weekly queue of photography and video requests while balancing planned shoots with last-minute priorities.\n, • Contribute creative ideas and recommendations for improving the quality and effectiveness of visual content.\n\n \n Qualifications & Competencies \n Technical Skills \n\n • Expert knowledge of professional photography and video equipment, including Sony or Canon camera systems.\n, • Experience with GoPro, DJI/Ronin gimbals, drones, and other specialty equipment is a plus.\n, • Strong understanding of lighting, lenses, exposure, camera settings, color profiles, composition, and sound.\n, • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including:\n, • Adobe Photoshop\n, • Adobe Lightroom\n, • Adobe Premiere Pro\n, • Adobe After Effects\n, • Working knowledge of Final Cut Pro is a plus.\n, • Experience with studio lighting, off-camera flash, continuous lighting, and on-location lighting setups.\n, • Drone Pilot certification is a plus.\n\n Creative Skills \n\n • Exceptional eye for composition, lighting, framing, color, movement, and visual storytelling.\n, • Ability to create polished, premium imagery and video that aligns with a high-performance brand aesthetic.\n, • Strong understanding of photography and video for digital marketing, eCommerce, social media, and paid advertising.\n, • Ability to adapt visual style across product, lifestyle, athlete, editorial, and commercial content.\n, • Strong understanding of current social media and digital content trends.\n\n Soft Skills \n\n • Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.\n, • Able to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Collaborative, coachable, and receptive to creative feedback.\n, • Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a team environment.\n, • Able to work under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality.\n, • Flexible and adaptable to changing project needs, shoot schedules, and priorities.\n, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.\n\n Experience & Requirements \n\n • 5+ years of professional photography and videography experience, preferably within a brand, agency, studio, or commercial environment.\n, • Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, Video Production, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.\n, • Experience shooting technical products, performance apparel, sports, fitness, lifestyle, or streetwear is strongly preferred.\n, • Experience photographing and filming athletes or active subjects is a plus.\n, • Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license and passport with the ability to travel domestically and internationally.\n, • Must be available to work full-time in a fast-paced, in-house creative environment.\n, • Must be comfortable working both in a studio and on location.\n\n Additional Expectations \n\n • Ability to produce both photography and video assets from a single shoot, maximizing the value of each production.\n, • Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment and deliver multiple assets on a regular basis.\n, • Comfortable handling all aspects of a shoot, from equipment preparation and lighting to capture, editing, retouching, and final delivery.\n, • Ability to maintain consistent visual standards across all photography and video content.\n, • Stay current on emerging photography, video, editing, and AI technologies and identify opportunities to improve creative workflows.\n, • Portfolio required. Website, photography portfolio, video reel, Instagram, or comparable work samples are acceptable.\n\n