Creative Photographer, In-House

Liberty.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative firm in the UK seeks a talented Creative Photographer to join their Creative Production team. This role involves ensuring high standards of imagery, utilizing advanced photography techniques, and contributing creatively within a fast-paced environment. Applicants should have a strong portfolio, relevant educational background or significant experience in a studio, and proficiency in key photography and editing tools. Occasional travel and flexible working hours may be required to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a creative photographer with diverse portfolio.
• High competence in professional photography equipment and software.
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Use advanced techniques to produce high-quality images.
• Style objects and direct subjects to create composed images.
• Edit photographs for consistency using industry-standard software.
• Maintain photography equipment and organize studio.
• Support business photographic needs, including events.

Skills

Advanced photography techniques

Lighting and composition

Creative collaboration

Photo editing software (Photoshop, Capture One)

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years in a photographic studio

Tools

Professional cameras

Lighting equipment

Photo editing software

Job description

Introduction

Founded in 1875, our long history has been built on innovation, craftsmanship and above all, incredible talent. Born from the adventurous spirit of our founder, Arthur Lasenby Liberty, we remain true to our heritage. From our fulfilment centres to our flagship store, passion, vision and dynamism are part of our DNA – and that extends to our team.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a talented and experienced Creative Photographer to join the Creative Production team. As part of the Creative team, you will play a role in shaping our visual identity and be responsible for ensuring that high imagery standards are met.

You will be a highly skilled photographer primarily in the still life genre, who understands advanced lighting techniques and can translate our passion for art, design and craftsmanship across both digital and print channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Ability to use advanced photography techniques, lighting, and composition to produce high quality images across multiple disciplines with a strong portfolio in still life.
• Ability to style objects and direct subjects on set to create well composed images.
• Responsible for fulfilling art direction and shoot briefs in a timely manner with exceptional level of detail.
• Edit photographs using industry standard software to ensure consistency and perfection. Retouching skills beneficial to work alongside our retouching team when necessary.
• Maintain photography equipment and ensure the London Photographic studio is organised.
• Maintain file management and contribute to workflow systems.
• Ability to work in a fast paces environment and contribute to creative discussions with the wider cross-functional creative teams.
• Support the wider business with photographic needs which can include photography of events, store, pop-ups, and artist visits.

Personal Qualities and Experience

• Proven experience as a creative photographer, with a portfolio showing the breath of artistic range.
• Batchelors Degree or minimum of 5 years’ experience within a large photographic studio.
• High competence in using professional camera’s, lenses, lighting equipment and photo editing software; including Photoshop and Capture One.
• Retouching skills desired.
• Excellent Communication skills and ability to collaborate well within the team.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Drive for excellence.

Please provide a photographic portfolio with your application. A live task will be given to shortlisted candidates.

This role on occasions may require travel outside of our London Studio. Late nights, weekends and or Bank Holiday working may be a requirement on an ad-hoc basis to meet deadlines and / or respond to the needs of the business.