Producer, Marketing Photo Studio at Crate & Barrel | Chicago, IL | $58K/yr – $78K/yr

Crate & Barrel

Producer, Marketing Photo Studio

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$58K/yr – $78K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive high-quality beauty and product photography from concept to final edit for Crate & Barrel’s omnichannel shoots.

Must-have: 5+ years in photography production and studio operations with crew management.
Standout: Cross-functional collaboration with Creative Directors, Product Design, and Marketing on location and studio shoots.

Job Description

Responsibilities

The Producer, Marketing Photo Studio is accountable for the organization and management of photo shoots, from creative handoff to post production.
For each omnichannel shoot, the Producer acts as the central point of contact for all participating teams and guides, directs, and empowers a crew of 20+ people to produce high quality creative content in a productive and timely manner.
The Producer is responsible for building and executing a project budget and calendar, overseeing all aspects of execution on a shoot, as well as coordinating the talent, staff, location, and equipment.
In order to make sure the creative vision is realized through the shoot, the Producer partners with the appropriate Creative Directors (including Crate & Barrel, CB2, Crate & Kids, and Hudson Grace), Product Design and Styling, Marketing, and Art Directors (which can include Photo, CGI, and/or Video) to execute the shoot and keep it on schedule.
This is a 5 day on-site position based out of our Chicago, IL Photo Studio
Provide access to the photography studio for staff and vendors; open and close studio, as needed, including both in studio shoots and on locations shoots
Coordinate and facilitate the organization of photo shoot teams to manage the shoot, and execute the translation of creative direction for the shoot
Cultivate a pool of national and international talent to support photo shoots both in studio and on location throughout the country
Establish, research, and implement best in class operating standards to ensure productive and efficient shoots, both in studio and on location
Secure necessary insurance, permits and security needs for on location shoots.
Partner with the Director, Production to make sure the creative direction aligns with the seasonal shoot execution plan and budget

Requirements

5+ years experience with Industry knowledge of photography production practices and studio operations
Experience with and knowledge of local vendors and industry contacts, including caterers, photography equipment providers, location scouts, truck companies, art movers, prop houses, etc.
Knowledge of eCommerce/Marketing photography industry standards and processes.
Past experience with negotiation and management of crew
Photography industry production knowledge

Nice To Have

Bachelor’s degree in related field a plus

Crate & Barrel

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At Crate & Barrel, we help people build a home with purpose. Founded in 1962, Crate & Barrel Holdings (CBH) is an industry-leading home furnishings specialty retailer, including the brands Crate & Barrel, Crate & Kids, CB2, and Hudson Grace. A leader in omnichannel retail and direct marketing, we believe in the experience of physical stores and embracing the customer experience by offering inspired living across all of our platforms. From curated product sourcing and production to custom delivery and set-up in more than 90 countries, our 7,500 talented associates form the dynamic teams that keep our company running and growing.Today, Crate & Barrel Holdings is owned by the Otto Group, a Hamburg, Germany based global family of retailers and retail-related service providers focused on digital innovation, technology, sustainability and corporate responsibility. We operate more than 100 stores throughout the U.S. and Canada, and hold international franchise locations in nine countries, including six franchise eCommerce platforms.To learn more about Crate and Barrel, visit www.crateandbarrel.com.To become a part of our family of brands, visit our careers site at www.jobs.crateandbarrel.com and www.jobs.cb2.com

Founded in 1962

Northbrook, Illinois, USA

6.3K employees (1,423 in marketing)

www.crateandbarrel.com

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