Photographer

JD Sports Fashion; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports fashion retailer is seeking an experienced Photographer to produce high-quality images for e-commerce platforms. The role involves capturing products, managing shoot schedules, and collaborating with stylists and retouchers. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years in a fast-paced studio and strong technical skills in digital photography and studio lighting. The position includes exciting benefits such as staff discounts and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Staff discount on JD Group and affiliated brands

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume e-commerce or commercial studio.
• Proven experience as a fashion photographer with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality e-commerce images in line with style guides.
• Manage daily shoot schedules and meet productivity targets.
• Collaborate with stylists and retouchers to select the strongest images.

Skills

Strong technical skills in digital photography

Studio lighting

Composition

Collaboration

Tools

Industry-standard cameras

Capture One software

Job description

Overview

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms with our colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets around the world. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019 and continues to grow in the UK and internationally. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To be a part of this successful company and help us to achieve this you will have the desire to ingrain our strategic goals of being a people-led, innovative and customer-focused organisation which provides operational excellence whilst identifying new areas of growth as part of our day to day objectives.

Photographer Responsible to: Head of Ecom Production Department: JD Studio Location: The Sharp Project Manchester

Role Overview

The Photographer is responsible for producing high-quality, on-brand imagery for our e-commerce platforms, ensuring products are captured with accuracy and visual impact. Working in a fast-paced studio environment, you will collaborate with stylists, creatives, and retouchers to deliver consistent, commercially focused photography that supports the customer journey and drives sales. This role demands strong technical skills in digital photography and lighting, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently to tight deadlines while maintaining brand standards. While primarily based at The Sharp Project, the Photographer role will also provide occasional support at JD’s Distribution Centre footwear studio, ensuring consistency of imagery and standards across all e-commerce product photography.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality e-commerce in line with style guides, updating and maintaining guides seasonally.
• Manage daily shoot schedules, meeting productivity, quality, and cost-per-product targets while ensuring imagery is live within agreed timeframes.
• Prepare and maintain sets, equipment, and lighting; perform tests, troubleshoot issues, and ensure studio procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with stylists, retouchers, and content teams to select the strongest images and deliver assets that meet creative and commercial needs.
• Support idea generation, new techniques, and innovation in photography outputs, contributing to meetings and reviews.
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and communication of shoot progress and asset delivery.
• Mentor and assist other team members, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across studio functions.
• Maintain an organised and safe studio environment, ensuring efficient close-down and kit return.
• Proactively resolve discrepancies, adapt to last-minute briefs, and demonstrate resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide occasional support to the Distribution Centre footwear studio.

Skills / Experience / Knowledge

• Strong technical skills in digital photography, studio lighting, and composition.
• 3+ years of experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume e-commerce or commercial studio.
• Proven experience as a fashion photographer with a strong portfolio demonstrating relevant work.
• Proficiency with industry-standard cameras, lenses, and Capture One software.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring colour accuracy and brand consistency.
• Ability to manage time effectively, meet daily shoot targets, and work to tight deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills with stylists, retouchers, and wider studio teams.
• Knowledge of current photography trends and ability to adapt style as required.
• Organised, proactive, and able to troubleshoot technical or workflow issues quickly.

Nice to have

• Experience with Ai tools and an innovative, open mind to enhance workflow with the use of Ai.

Benefits

We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. Thank you for your time #JD