Assistant Photography Operations Manager

CADY; Grapevine (TX); Vor Ort; USD 35.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A photography company in Grapevine, Texas, is looking for an Assistant Photo Operations Manager to support the Photographer Operations Manager in coordinating a team of photographers. This role involves executing photography events, ensuring high customer service standards, and maintaining schedules and equipment. Ideal candidates should have strong organizational skills, a professional demeanor, and be at least 18 years old. The position requires weekend availability during busy seasons and provides opportunities for growth within a dynamic environment.

Qualifikationen

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a satisfactory background check.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Available to work weekend hours during the busy season.

Aufgaben

• Assist in executing photography events and sessions.
• Support the hiring and training of photographers.
• Help maintain staff schedules and labor hours.
• Collaborate with internal teams for event details.
• Provide feedback to photographers on their work quality.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Team support and motivation

Creative problem-solving

Professional demeanor

Ability to stay calm under pressure

Ausbildung

High School diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Who You Are

You are an ambitious, detail-oriented team member who thrives on building meaningful connections with people. You have a passion for contributing to memorable experiences and find excitement in being part of someone’s story. You enjoy working diligently, celebrating successes, and supporting a team to exceed expectations. You’re eager to grow in a dynamic environment and be rewarded for your contributions!

Job Summary

The CADY Assistant Photo Operations Manager supports the Photography Operations Manager in overseeing a team of hourly photographers to deliver memorable photography experiences. This role involves assisting with photographer coordination, logistics, scheduling, and equipment maintenance while ensuring high standards of customer service and creativity. A successful Assistant Photography Operations Manager will demonstrate strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to supporting the team’s vision for exceptional photography.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing photography events, Senior portrait sessions, and photography processing in alignment with CADY’s operational, photographic, and customer service standards.
• Support the hiring, training, and coaching of photographers and service-minded team members under the direction of the Photography Operations Manager.
• Help maintain staff schedules and labor hours to align with the internal staffing budget.
• Collaborate with internal teams, such as Sales & School Support, to ensure photographers are equipped with necessary event details.
• Assist in conducting regular check-ins with photographers to provide feedback on their work quality.
• Support the timely maintenance of event job statuses by coordinating with Image Processors.
• Help ensure proper workflows are followed during event downloading to prevent loss or corruption of images.
• Assist in managing the maintenance of CADY equipment, including vans, photography equipment, and event supplies, per company procedures.
• Contribute to the preparation of daily and weekly reports regarding internal KPIs and deliver feedback regarding these KPI’s.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Photography Operations Manager.

Qualifications / Skill Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a satisfactory background check.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Available to work weekend hours during the busy season.
• Professional demeanor with customers and team members.
• Familiarity with business systems and a willingness to learn new platforms.
• Ability to support and motivate a team to achieve high standards.
• Ability to stay organized and efficient in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm under pressure.

Experience

• Experience supporting or managing a team (10 or more preferred) and working within deadlines.
• Minimum of 2 years of photography experience preferred.
• Creative problem-solving skills.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to walk/move inside or outside for more than 6 consecutive hours.
• Able to work in outdoor weather as needed.
• Comfortable with significant noise and sensory stimulants (e.g., busy retail environments with camera flashes, music, and crowded areas).
• Able to move up to 40 lbs.
• Able to bend or stoop.