Senior Photographer

Arhaus; Boston Heights (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arhaus is seeking a skilled Product Photographer to join its studio team in Ohio. The role focuses on lighting, styling, and shooting e-commerce product imagery aligned with Arhaus’ creative direction.

You will manage on-set activities, shoot events when needed, and ensure efficient workflows and high-quality deliverables, while maintaining a clean asset management system and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in photography or equivalent; strong portfolio required.
• 2+ years’ experience as a product photographer in a fast-paced studio.
• Printed portfolio or website showcasing previous work.
• Understanding of best practices, responsibilities, and workflow in a large studio.

Responsibilities

• Light, style, and photograph E-comm product according to Arhaus direction and lighting standards.
• Photograph events and required occasions to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Maintain an efficient workflow to meet daily production needs.
• Digital asset management: naming, organizing, and archiving sessions.

Skills

Photography

Studio lighting

Image editing

Digital asset management

On-set direction

Set styling

Carpentry

Education

Associate’s Degree in Photography

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Capture One Studio

iOS

MS 365

Job description

Since 1986, our mission has been simple. We design and build heirloom quality products while holding true to our commitment to use earth-friendly materials and to give back whenever possible. We are looking for a strategic and passionate leader who shares our love of story-telling and believes passionately in the value of heirloom quality artisan furniture, sustainability, and our mission to continue to learn and grow as a brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Light, style, and photograph E-comm product according to established Arhaus creative direction and lighting standards.
• Photograph company events, ceremonies, environmental portraits, etc. when required to support cross functional and partner initiatives
• Maintain an efficient workflow to ensure the completion of the daily production requirements
• Digital asset management; file naming, organizing, and archival of image capture sessions
• Maintain a high standard of quality for all deliverables in support of the Photography Manager
• Create and maintain documentation of Standard Operating Procedures
• Direct the Photography Assistant and/or Stylist on set
• Training and facilitating of freelance photographers and photo assistants
• Coordinate with Production and Operations personnel to ensure the timely movement of product, props, and assets on and off set safely and efficiently
• Lift and move heavy furniture and photography equipment
• Extensive experience with Studio lighting and rigging
• Advanced lighting techniques for glass and reflective materials
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Capture One Studio, iOS, and MS 365
• Use of Photoshop knowledge and experience to guide decision making and best practices on set
• An intuitive sense of image composition and understanding of additive color theory
• Quickly and fluidly adapt to change
• The ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities effectively
• Product styling
• Set styling
• Basic carpentry skills and tool use
• Self-starter seeking to learn, improve, and contribute to a team-based environment
• Driven to exceed expectations and standards
• High degree of integrity and accountability

Education, Experience and Other Qualifications:

• Minimum- Associate’s Degree in Photography
• Printed portfolio or website showcasing previous work
• 2+ year's experience as a Product Photographer
• Understanding of best practices, responsibilities, and workflow within a large, fast paced, photography studio environment

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.

At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.