Photographer

Sonder Media House, LLC; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sondermediahouse is seeking a skilled Photographer to tell stories through lifestyle, food, and hospitality imagery. You will direct models and staff to craft dynamic, authentic scenes and deliver polished edits using Lightroom.

Ideal candidates have a strong portfolio, experience with studio lighting, and comfort working in fast-paced environments to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven photography experience with a strong visual portfolio.
• Experience operating studio strobes, flashes, and continuous lighting.
• Proficient in Adobe Lightroom and RAW editing.
• Comfortable shooting in manual mode with studio and natural light.
• Ability to direct and communicate with talent on set.
• Strong organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photo content on-site at restaurants, hotels, and events.
• Direct and coach models, staff, or talent during shoots.
• Execute static and movement-driven shots.
• Edit and color-correct RAW images using Adobe Lightroom.
• Deliver final images on tight timelines.
• Collaborate with the creative team to align with brand aesthetics and shot lists.
• Maintain organized file management and timely delivery.

Skills

Photography

Studio lighting

Adobe Lightroom

Manual shooting

Directing talent

Communication

Time management

Transportation

Sony ecosystem

Prop styling

Hospitality/food lifestyle

Tools

Studio strobes

Flashes

Continuous lighting

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled Photographer with an eye for storytelling, composition, and people. You should know how to make food, spaces, and personalities come alive — whether that’s through dynamic lifestyle shots or beautifully staged details. Confidence and communication are key; you’ll often direct models, creators, and restaurant or hotel staff to achieve the perfect shot. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love creating visuals that feel as good as they look, this is your role.

Duties & responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photo content on-site at restaurants, hotels, and events.
• Direct and coach models, staff, or talent during shoots to bring energy and authenticity.
• Execute both static compositions and dynamic, movement-driven shots.
• Edit and color-correct RAW images using Adobe Lightroom.
• Work efficiently and creatively under tight timelines.
• Collaborate with the creative team to align with brand aesthetics and shot lists.
• Maintain organized file management and timely delivery of final images.

Required skills & experience

• Proven photography experience with a strong visual portfolio.
• Operate and manage studio strobes, flashes, and continuous lighting setups.
• Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom and RAW photo editing.
• Comfortable shooting in manual mode with studio and natural light.
• Confident working with and directing people on set.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management.
• Personal transportation required for on-site shoots.
• Sony ecosystem experience preferred but not required.
• Creative staging and prop styling skills.
• Experience with hospitality, food, or lifestyle brands.
• Clean, well-maintained hands or nails for hand modeling/staging when needed.