Senior Photographer — Lead High-Impact E‑Comm Studio

Athleta; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merchandise discount

Generous PTO

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Athleta is seeking an experienced Photographer to lead on-figure photography for our premium apparel line and partner with brand stakeholders to execute the seasonal vision.

You will shoot ecommerce images, direct on-set aesthetics, and collaborate with stylists, art directors, and freelancers to maintain top brand quality. A strong background in studio photography and fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in photography or related field.
• 5+ years as a photographer for premium brands or branding firms.
• Experience in large-scale apparel production.
• Proven collaboration with art directors, stylists and freelance talent.
• Strong photography and videography skills across modes and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-figure photography execution, collaborating with brand stakeholders to understand seasonal vision.
• Work in studio under Sr. Manager of Photography while coordinating with Account Managers, Art Directors and Stylists.
• Capture ecommerce images and still-life imagery when needed.
• Improve workflow and achieve production goals with cross-team coordination.
• Lead crew to complete daily shot goals within SLA, flagging risks early.

Skills

Photography

On-set direction

Team leadership

Videography

Collaboration under deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in photography

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Studio lighting

Job description

Athleta is seeking an experienced Photographer to lead on-figure photography for our premium apparel line and partner with brand stakeholders to execute the seasonal vision.

You will shoot ecommerce images, direct on-set aesthetics, and collaborate with stylists, art directors, and freelancers to maintain top brand quality. A strong background in studio photography and fast-paced environment is essential.