Photography and Product Specialist
10 days ago
Oklahoma City
Job Description Photography and Product Specialist Location: South Oklahoma City, OK. This is a fully in-person role. Skulls Unlimited International, Inc., founded in 1986, is the world’s leading supplier of ethically sourced osteological specimens. We provide legally and ethically obtained real and replica skulls & skeletons to educational, medical, and research communities worldwide. Our unique, family-run business began as a passion project and has grown into a global enterprise over the past four decades—complete with an on-site Museum of Osteology in south Oklahoma City that showcases hundreds of skeletons for the public. (Yes, we even starred on Discovery Channel’s Dirty Jobs for our fascinating work!) Despite our scientific focus, we maintain a fun, family-oriented, and hands-on culture. We take our mission seriously, but we love what we do—and we do it together in a collaborative, down-to-earth environment. Job Summary We are seeking a Product Photographer / Photography and Product Specialist to join our e-commerce team at our South Oklahoma City headquarters. This is a hands-on product photography production role focused on photographing, editing, and publishing product listings for real and replica osteological specimens. This position involves daily hands-on handling and photography of real animal and human skeletal material (including preserved skulls and bones) in a scientific environment. Candidates must be fully comfortable working with preserved biological specimens. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable producing consistent, brand-standard imagery in a repetitive workflow environment. This is not a freelance-style creative role, but rather a structured production position requiring accuracy, organization, and reliability. This role is well suited for early-career photographers or graduates of photography who want to build professional experience in product photography and e-commerce workflows. In addition to photography, this role includes managing product listings in Shopify, using our database to record product details, and assisting with customer service and general operational support. Key Responsibilities: Photography & Editing • Capture professional images of osteological specimens (real and replica skulls and skeletons) using studio equipment, lighting, and camera systems., • Edit, retouch, and color-correct photos for use on the website, catalogs, and marketing materials., • Organize, rename, and resize image files for internal storage and web use., • Execute structured studio photo sessions following predefined lighting and angle standards., • Create and publish product listings with accurate pricing, descriptions, and key details., • Track product weights, dimensions, and inventory data for online listings., • Monitor and update listings to ensure accuracy and optimize presentation., • Serve as the main point of contact for product information across e-commerce platforms. Collaboration & Communication • Work closely with the marketing team on creative and educational projects., • Partner with customer service to ensure listings and product information enhance the customer experience., • Communicate progress and challenges to management and collaborate to improve workflows and efficiency. General Support • Assist with receiving, grading, and shelving inventory., • Provide customer service via phone, live chat, and email., • Maintain a clean and organized studio and workspace. Qualifications & Skills: • 1–2 years of hands-on photography experience using DSLR cameras and photo editing software. Product or studio photography experience is preferred but not required., • Photography or digital media education is preferred, but equivalent hands-on experience or technical training will be considered., • Proficiency with Adobe Lightroom and Photoroom (or equivalent editing software) and studio lighting., • Comfort working with Mac operating systems and studio equipment., • Familiarity with product listing and management programs is a plus., • Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency when photographing and editing multiple items in a structured workflow., • Highly organized and able to manage photography, editing, product data entry, and customer service tasks within the same workday., • Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with team members across departments. This role requires consistent, detail-focused product photography following established lighting, angle, and editing standards. Candidates must be comfortable producing similar image sets daily with high attention to detail and minimal creative variation. (You will receive training on our product photography standards and workflow.) Success in this role depends on consistency, accuracy, and adherence to brand standards rather than artistic experimentation. Outside freelance or photography commitments must not interfere with scheduled work hours. Work Environment: Schedule & Location: Full-time, in-person position at our South OKC headquarters, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with occasional flexibility as business needs arise. Physical Setting: Combination of studio, warehouse, and office work. Must be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and working around biological and replica specimens (all handled safely and ethically). Team Atmosphere: Expect a close-knit, family-style environment where creativity, curiosity, and bone puns are part of everyday life. Our work is hands-on, educational, and a little quirky—just the way we like it. Why Join Skulls Unlimited? • Work in one of the world’s most unique industries, blending art, science, and education., • Collaborate with a supportive, tight-knit team that values creativity and craftsmanship., • Enjoy a culture that celebrates curiosity and hands-on learning every day. Interested? Apply now! Applications are being accepted immediately. Company DescriptionSkulls Unlimited: Established 1986 The backbone of our business, Skulls Unlimited offers real and replica skulls and skeletons to customers worldwide. We serve educational institutions, museums, and collectors, ensuring each specimen meets the highest quality standards.Skulls Unlimited: Established 1986\r\nThe backbone of our business, Skulls Unlimited offers real and replica skulls and skeletons to customers worldwide. We serve educational institutions, museums, and collectors, ensuring each specimen meets the highest quality standards.