Photographer II (Variable Hour) - Portland, Oregon

About the role

Lead On-Set Execution
Direct on-model, tabletop, and mannequin shoots with confidence
Own the pace and flow of set—keeping teams aligned and production moving
Collaborate with stylists, HMU, and talent to execute clean, consistent looks
Make real-time adjustments to lighting, composition, and framing
Maintain consistency across high-volume, repetitive shooting environments
Deliver High-Quality Imagery
Capture images that align with client style guides and creative direction
Ensure accuracy in focus, exposure, color, and composition
Execute against shot lists and deliver required image counts
Manage image workflow from capture through handoff
Ensure files are uploaded, organized, and archived correctly
Partner with production to hit daily output goals and timelines
Provide accurate time estimates and support scheduling needs
Keep production efficient without sacrificing quality
Drive Consistency & Improvement
Participate in pre-production planning and post-shoot reviews
Build and maintain lighting diagrams, references, and visual guides
Identify ways to improve speed, consistency, and workflow
Document processes to support repeatability across teams
Support the Studio Team
Mentor and support junior photographers
Collaborate with stylists, producers, and studio leadership
Maintain organized digital and physical workspaces
Assist with studio setup, breakdown, and general operations

Responsibilities

• Lead On-Set Execution
• Direct on-model, tabletop, and mannequin shoots with confidence
• Own the pace and flow of set—keeping teams aligned and production moving
• Collaborate with stylists, HMU, and talent to execute clean, consistent looks
• Make real-time adjustments to lighting, composition, and framing
• Maintain consistency across high-volume, repetitive shooting environments
• Deliver High-Quality Imagery
• Capture images that align with client style guides and creative direction
• Ensure accuracy in focus, exposure, color, and composition
• Execute against shot lists and deliver required image counts
• Manage image workflow from capture through handoff
• Ensure files are uploaded, organized, and archived correctly
• Partner with production to hit daily output goals and timelines
• Provide accurate time estimates and support scheduling needs
• Keep production efficient without sacrificing quality
• Drive Consistency & Improvement
• Participate in pre-production planning and post-shoot reviews
• Build and maintain lighting diagrams, references, and visual guides
• Identify ways to improve speed, consistency, and workflow
• Document processes to support repeatability across teams
• Support the Studio Team
• Mentor and support junior photographers
• Collaborate with stylists, producers, and studio leadership
• Maintain organized digital and physical workspaces
• Assist with studio setup, breakdown, and general operations

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience in commercial or e-commerce photography
• Strong portfolio showing studio-based or high-volume work
• Confidence directing talent and managing on-set dynamics
• Strong technical foundation in lighting and capture workflows
• High attention to detail with a focus on consistency and efficiency
• Ability to work quickly and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Skills

• Capture One proficiency required
• Experience with professional camera systems (Canon, Phase One)
• Studio lighting experience (Profoto or similar)
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop required)
• Familiarity with ShotFlow or similar tools is a plus
• Comfortable working on Mac systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and work on a studio floor for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in low-light environments with frequent lighting changes
• Ability to move throughout studio and warehouse spaces

Work Environment

• Fast-paced e-commerce production studio
• On-set and warehouse environment
• Work performed under active production lighting and shoot conditions

Additional Requirements

• Must be local to the Portland area or able to commute
• Flexible schedule based on production needs