Camera Gear Specialist & Community Educator

Camera Exchange; Michigan; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on gear

Hands-on training on latest gear

Supportive, community-focused culture

Job summary

Camera Exchange in Waterford, MI is seeking a Camera Store Sales Associate – Gear Specialist & Educator. You will guide photographers of all levels, evaluate pre-owned gear, and educate the local community through demos and workshops.

This full-time role emphasizes hands-on product guidance, merchandising, and customer service excellence. You’ll work Saturdays and weekdays with extended hours, receive training on the latest gear, and enjoy employee discounts in a supportive, creative environment.

Qualifications

• People skills: outgoing, empathetic and engaging communication.
• Solid photography concepts: exposure triangle, lenses, gear types.
• Growth mindset: motivated to learn new gear and vintage equipment.
• Sales drive: proactive customer service and meeting store goals.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and service by tailoring product recommendations to photographers, videographers, and hobbyists.
• Buy, sell, and trade: inspect, test, and evaluate pre-owned camera gear for trade-ins and inventory purchases.
• Educate and inspire: share photography knowledge through one-on-one guidance, gear demos, and community workshops.
• Merchandising: keep displays organized, stocked, and visually engaging.

Skills

People Skills

Photography knowledge

Growth Mindset

Sales drive

Job description

Camera Exchange in Waterford, MI is seeking a Camera Store Sales Associate – Gear Specialist & Educator. You will guide photographers of all levels, evaluate pre-owned gear, and educate the local community through demos and workshops.

This full-time role emphasizes hands-on product guidance, merchandising, and customer service excellence. You’ll work Saturdays and weekdays with extended hours, receive training on the latest gear, and enjoy employee discounts in a supportive, creative environment.