Product Photography Specialist — E‑Commerce

Lucas Museum; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles is seeking an E‑Commerce Photographer to create high‑quality product imagery for our online retail platforms, reflecting brand standards.

You'll set up cameras, lighting, and studio gear, shoot multiple views, style merchandise, and deliver optimized files for digital catalogs. Requires 1–3 years' experience, DSLR/mirrorless gear, and proficiency in Photoshop/Lightroom.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of professional photography experience, preferably in e‑commerce, retail, product, or studio photography.
• Digital portfolio demonstrating strong product photography and post-production skills.
• Proficiency with DSLR or mirrorless camera systems, professional studio equipment, and strobe lighting.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One, or comparable photography software.
• Experience with post-production, including color correction, cropping, image optimization, resolution, and file preparation.

Responsibilities

• Photograph retail merchandise for e-commerce, digital marketing, and other online platforms.
• Set up and operate cameras, lighting, backdrops, and other studio equipment to produce consistent, high-quality product images.
• Capture multiple product views, including front, back, side, detail, packaging, and other required angles.
• Style and position merchandise to accurately represent product features, scale, color, texture, and details.
• Maintain consistency in lighting, composition, cropping, backgrounds, and overall image quality across product categories.
• Perform basic post-production, including color correction, cropping, exposure adjustments, resizing, and minor image cleanup.
• Prepare, name, organize, and deliver digital image files according to established e-commerce specifications and workflows.
• Partner with E‑Commerce and Retail Merchandising team to prioritize products based on launch dates, inventory availability, campaigns, and business needs.
• Maintain photography equipment and keep the studio and workspace organized, clean, and ready for production.
• Track photographed products and completed assets to support an efficient product-to-site workflow.
• Ensure product photography accurately represents merchandise and meets established brand standards.
• Assist with lifestyle, promotional, or other photography projects as needed.

Skills

Studio photography

DSLR photography

Post-production

Color correction

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Capture One

Job description

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles is seeking an E‑Commerce Photographer to create high‑quality product imagery for our online retail platforms, reflecting brand standards.

You'll set up cameras, lighting, and studio gear, shoot multiple views, style merchandise, and deliver optimized files for digital catalogs. Requires 1–3 years' experience, DSLR/mirrorless gear, and proficiency in Photoshop/Lightroom.