Photography Manager Job in Canton 02021, Massachusetts Us
Casual Male Retail Group, Inc., together with our subsidiaries, is the largest specialty retailer of big tall men’s apparel with retail operations throughout the United States and London, England. We operate over 475 stores which include Casual Male XL retail and outlet stores, Rochester Big Tall stores, and Destination XL stores, as well as a direct to consumer business, including catalog and e-commerce sites for B T Factory Direct, LivingXL.com, and ShoesXL.com. The Company is headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts, and its common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “CMRG.”
PHOTOGRAPHY MANAGER
Reports To: VP of Creative
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Conceptualize and photograph products in a fully digital in-house studio for catalog and web while maintaining the quality and consistency of all brands. Manage day-to-day scheduling to ensure deadlines are met. Work closely with stylists, Art directors and entire creative team. Support Casual Male Retail Group by providing the highest quality images. Lead testing and implementation of improved workflow methods. Manage color accuracy along all product sets. Lead and train staff photographers as well as freelance concerning job duties and expectations. Partner with creative team to ensure efficient workflow and the highest quality images. Work with the creative team concerning creative directives while maintaining the integrity for each brand. Maintain studio photographic supplies and equipment, and research and report on new technology. Maintain proper file naming and processing for postproduction.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Fashion and product photography for catalog and retail for all divisions, including CMXL, Rochester, BT Factory Direct, ShoesXL, LivingXL and Sears.
2. Web photography for all divisions
3. Process and post all hi-res images on our servers for the web team or release to separator.
4. Manage day to day studio needs and shoot schedule to ensure all deadlines are met.
5. Oversee assistants, Digital Techs, stylists etc.
6. Write PO's and Review billing invoices associated with outside services
QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES DESIRED:
- Strong background in product and fashion photography including apparel, shoes and hard lines. Should have experience in retail/catalog environment.
- Proficient with Mac, Capture One, Photoshop, OSX, RAW file conversion and color calibration. Basic retouching and digital archiving a plus.
- Strong photographic lighting and compositional skills.
- Knowledgeable in a variety of lighting situations, color management and equipment.
- Knowledge of digital photo systems.
- Experienced in a variety of studio settings ranging from editorial to retail catalog, as well as location and on-figure photography.
- Technical knowledge of camera types and image processing.
- Ability to compose and provide minimal styling.
- Ability to conceptualize and follow through photography.
- Enjoys training Assistant Photographers in the refinement of their photography skills.
- Possess problem-solving skills in a fast paced environment; good time management skills.
- Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Must be self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work in a fast-paced and growing environment.
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
- Five + years studio photography, preferably in retail catalog advertising.
- Experience in both Fashion and Still photography.
- A strong photography portfolio that demonstrates applied techniques and a working knowledge of lighting, compositions, color quality and aesthetics for both models and product photography.
- Video experience desired.
