Sr. Digital Tech - Williams Sonoma

Williams-Sonoma, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount on all Williams-Sonf

401(k) plan

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off

Health, dental and vision insurance

Commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is seeking a Senior Digital Tech to support on-set image capture workflows, tethered shooting, and color management, partnering with Photographers, Stylists and Retouching to deliver high-quality assets for Williams-Sonoma Home and Williams-Sonoma.

Based in our Richmond, CA office, this full-time onsite role requires 5+ years in a studio Digital Tech environment, expert knowledge of Capture One, MacOS, Photoshop, and familiarity with DAM systems and Workfront/Airtable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Digital Tech experience in a commercial/studio setting.
• Expert with Capture One; formal training in digital camera systems a plus.
• Expert with MacOS and Adobe Photoshop; proficient with Bridge and InDesign.
• Strong communication across diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with photo studio tools, lighting, and color management.
• Experience with Workfront, Airtable, Capture Fox and DAM systems is a plus.
• Experience with generative AI is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Onsite work in the Richmond, CA office.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-set image capture workflows, including tethered shooting and file management.
• Serve as the technical expert for photo capture systems and train freelance Digital Techs.
• Collaborate with Photographer and Art Director to align images with creative direction.
• Perform initial retouching and color/lighting adjustments; comping may occur during shoots.
• Liaise between Photo, Retouching and Asset Production teams on schedules and status.
• Partner with Director, Asset Production to ensure color accuracy and consistency.
• Assist in-house Retouching team with color correction as workload allows.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards and emerging technologies.

Skills

5+ years experience

Capture One expert

MacOS proficiency

Adobe Photoshop

Bridge & InDesign

Color management

DAM systems

Workfront & Airtable

Capture Fox

Generative AI experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Capture One

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

DAM systems

Workfront

Airtable

Capture Fox

Job description

About the Photo Team

In this role, you will work closely with a passionate and collaborative group of creatives. Our goal is to improve the overall look and feel of our website and enhance the online customer experience.

Overview of the Senior Digital Tech Role

As part of the Williams Sonoma creative team, you will bring your skills and expertise to support in-house and freelance Photographers in successfully executing the Art Director's creative vision. You will partner closely with Photographers, Stylists, Retouching and other Creative teams to ensure smooth capture workflows, accurate color, and reliable asset delivery. Your strong attention to detail, organizational skills and technical mastery will combine to create compelling imagery and enhance the overall aesthetic for all marketing channels for both Williams Sonoma Home and Williams Sonoma.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-set image capture workflows, including tethered shooting and file management, adhering to established file naming conventions, file formats and file delivery methods. Serve as the technical expert for photo capture systems and processes on set, and support/train visiting freelance Digital Techs as needed.
• Collaborate with the Photographer and Art Director to create images that align with their general creative direction, translating that creative vision into high-quality final digital assets.
• Perform initial retouching tasks such as merging plates for lighting/exposure adjustments and product/prop placement to create new versions, comping new product photography into existing set/location images, cleaning up imperfections in product samples and removing set equipment, and adjusting overall color and lighting as needed. In some cases, initial comping will need to be executed concurrently with the shoot for executive review and approval.
• Liaise between Photo, Retouching and Asset Production teams – staying up-to-date on photo schedules, production deadlines and status of current work in progress.
• Partner with Director, Asset Production to ensure color accuracy and overall consistency of the image capture process.
• Assist in-house Retouching team with product and editorial image retouching and color correction as workload and schedules allow.
• Keep up to date with current industry standards, monitoring emerging technologies, techniques, and creative trends.
• Transport materials and equipment and lift, move, and carry objects up to 50 pounds on a limited basis.

Criteria

• 5+ years of experience as a Digital Tech in a commercial or studio environment, preferably within the high-end home furnishings industry; experience with food and luxury goods a plus.
• Expert with Capture One; formal training in the use of digital camera systems a plus.
• Expert with MacOS and Adobe Photoshop; proficient with Bridge and InDesign.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse personalities and communication styles in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with all photo studio tools, lighting and technical systems; formal training in device color management a plus.
• Experience with Adobe Workfront, Airtable, Capture Fox (or similar systems) and DAM systems a strong plus.
• Experience with generative AI a plus.
• Comfortable managing multiple deliverables concurrently.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Ability to perform work full-time, onsite in the Richmond office.
  

Our Mission Around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. We will create and nurture a global company culture where we confidently bring our authentic selves to work every day: where the only criteria for advancement are the quality of our work, the contributions we make to our teams and the business, and our ability to lead; and where our individual differences—whatever they may be—are valued, explored and appreciated.

Benefits Just for You

Depending on your position and your location, here are a few highlights of what you might be eligible for:

• A generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
  

Your Journey in Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops and learning programs
• Speaker series

WSI will not commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position at this time (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expecting starting pay range for this position is $97,000-$115,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

Our Company

Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.