- Ufficio in Toronto
Lush is seeking a creative Photographer for its in-house Film and Photo team, positioned within our Brand department. Reporting to the Film and Photo Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality photography to be used across all Lush platforms. You will do this in partnership with the Film and Photo Manager and our in house Videographer and Producer.
Our ideal candidate will be self motivated, multi talented and collaborative. You have experience running and leading a set and are comfortable with all aspects of the photo process. In pre production you are creative, organized and realistic. On set, you have a creative vision, strong lighting skills, are detail orientated and efficient whilst creating an inclusive and comfortable set for talent and co-workers. In post you work swiftly, retouch to a high standard, ensure imagery aligns tonally to brand guidelines and the creative brief and apply feedback as needed. You are comfortable in-studio and on location, adapting to the situation and time constraints to create the best work possible.
As a Lush enthusiast and talented visual storyteller, you’ll ensure that all imagery we are sharing is created and edited to the highest standards possible. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of the Brand team at Lush, working with a lot of caring and creative people, to promote products that make a difference.
Key responsibilities:
- Collaborate on ideas with the wider brand team, interpret briefs, create shot lists and lighting diagrams/pre vis
- Work with the Producer and Art Director to ensure everything for the shoot aligns to the creative
- Product and lifestyle photography in support of multiple brand initiatives including website/ecommerce, print, social, PR, internal communications etc.
- Make technical and creative decisions regarding locations, appropriate lighting, shooting angles and set design
- Assisting Filmmakers and Production team on larger scale projects
- Editing and retouching imagery (make selects, apply treatments, complete image clean-up)
- Manage digital assets for delivery including uploading, archiving and tagging
- Maintain and collaborate on creative and technical standards for photography that remain consistent with the overall brand
- Collaborate with global teams as needed, including country exclusive launches or larger campaign initiatives
- This role entails travel, sometimes at short notice, generally once or twice per quarter but sometimes more
Skills we are looking for:
- Advanced studio lighting skills
- Advanced Photoshop and Capture One knowledge and retouching experience
- High attention to detail
- Strong and diverse shooting experience (from studio to outdoor/indoor locations)
- Confident directing talent of varying experience levels
- A positive and proactive attitude with the ability to be adaptable
- Ability to effectively manage multiple and competing work priorities
- Ability to accurately implement feedback
- Advanced knowledge of camera systems (Canon)
- Advanced knowledge of strobe lighting techniques (Profoto)
- Familiarity with project management software and DAM systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to embrace changing assignments, direction, and deadlines that come your way - a willingness to learn and adapt
- Ability to work individually and collaborate with wider teams on larger projects
- Confident working with and managing freelance crews where necessary
- Ability to travel to and from photoshoot sites as needed
Must haves
- Minimum 5 years existing photo industry experience, working at a commercial/professional capacity
- Advanced knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
- Wide range of photography experience across commercial, social and event
Nice to haves
- Knowledge of video production (filming, editing, etc.)
- Set design/building experience
Please submit your resume, a link to your website or portfolio, and a Cover Letter inclusive of your salary expectations.
Thriving with a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our staff and committed to inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all interested applicants; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Regular, Full Time. Hybrid - approx. 3 days a week in office
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Salary Range: $70,300 - $78,000
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This salary range is based on an assessment of the local market and may vary depending on the successful candidate's location. This range is based on base salary and does not include additional bonus program and total rewards eligibility.
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