Photographer (6 month Maternity Cover)

Burberry; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury brand is seeking a talented Photographer to join their team in London. The role involves capturing high-quality still life and on-model imagery for their website and third-party vendors. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in fashion photography, strong technical skills in lighting setups, and proficiency in Capture One and Photoshop. They should also be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high throughput studio environment.
• Confident in taking feedback and direction.
• Experience with video production.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute 'Still Life' and 'On Model' imagery for Burberry.com.
• Setup lighting environments and maintain equipment.
• Work collaboratively with Art Direction and Styling teams.

Skills

Model Ready-to-Wear Photography

Still Life Fashion Photography

Studio Lighting Setup

Capture One

Photoshop

Strong Communication Skills

Proactive Problem-Solving

Tools

Broncolor

Profoto

Briese Flash Lighting

Arri Lighting

Kinoflo LED Lighting

Job description

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

Burberry is looking for a talented Photographer with proven experience in a high throughput studio environment. Within this role the responsibilities will include planning and execution of ‘Still Life’ and ‘On Model’ imagery for Burberry.com and affiliated Third Party vendors. This position will primarily involve the capture of best-in-class imagery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expertise in Model Ready-to-Wear and Still Life Fashion Photography, with extensive experience in shooting tethered.
• To be technically adept at setting up lighting environments (Flash and constant), equipment maintenance, image mark-up, guideline adherence, video, and photography capture.
• Industry-standard software knowledge, including Capture One and Photoshop.
• Proven record of accomplishment of working to studio agreed KPIs (Key performance indicator).
• Creative but also able to follow defined guidelines accurately.
• Partner alongside Art Direction, Styling and Studio Operations teams from deliver to brief. Due to its deadline-driven nature, the photo studio is a constantly-operating, fully booked business.
• Work across various departments, including Digital Commerce, Client Engagement, Marketing, Press, and Internal Communications. The Studio offers photographic services that support and elevate each area of the business.

PERSONAL PROFILE

• Knowledge of Traditional Photographic Principles
• Experience working for a high-profile fashion brand in a fast paced environment
• Confident taking feedback and direction
• Advanced Capture One Experience.
• Broncolor, Profoto, and Briese Flash Lighting
• Arri and Kinoflo LED Lighting
• Previous Assisting / Studio Experience
• Experience with Video

We are looking for an exceptional team player with a positive attitude towards problem-solving, strong initiative, and proactive work habits. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and flexible, able to manage tight deadlines effectively, and possess excellent communication skills to articulate ideas clearly and collaborate efficiently with colleagues.

FOOTER

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.