Photo Art Director Specialist

About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Photo Art Director, the Photo Art Director, Specialist is responsible for leading photography art direction for ecommerce content. This role directs on-set execution for on-figure selling shots, including casting, lighting, composition, talent direction, image selection, retouching, and post-production. The Specialist partners closely with creative and production teams to deliver brand-consistent imagery on time and within budget, while supporting the evolution of the brand’s visual identity, styling standards, photography processes, and market-relevant asset needs. This role is based at our Long Island City photo studio and requires an on-set presence four days per week. The studio is accessible via public transportation, and street parking is available nearby.

Whether you’re helping a customer find the perfect gift, streamlining operations in one of our distribution centers, enhancing our online shopping experience, buying in-style and on-trend merchandise to outfit our customers, or designing a balloon for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, we offer unique opportunities to be part of some of the most memorable moments in people’s lives. Join us and help write the next chapter in our story.

Responsibilities

• Direct on-set execution for on-figure selling shots in alignment with styling point of view and shot-type standards.
• Elevate ecommerce imagery while maintaining productivity targets and working within budget parameters.
• Adhere to production timelines while contributing ideas that improve process efficiency and image quality.
• Collaborate with creative, styling, production, and cross-functional partners to evolve styling direction, keep the styling closet relevant, and ensure teams remain current on trends and style direction.
• Actively participate in image reviews and provide clear, actionable feedback to support final asset selection.
• Research and recommend photographers, stylists, models, and other talent appropriate for ecommerce photoshoots.

Requirements

Candidates with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field are encouraged to apply. 5+ years of direct experience in fashion photography art direction, ecommerce photography, studio production, or a related creative field. Strong ability to collaborate across creative, styling, production