Photoshoot Producer & Sample Coordinator Job at Rack Room Shoes in Charlotte

Position : Photoshoot Producer & Sample Coordinator Rack Room Shoes

Overview : Responsible for the scheduling, production and sample coordination for all marketing photoshoots across multiple channels & customer touch points. This includes photography for in-store, eCommerce, social media and email. Serves as the critical liaison between Creative / Content Teams—working directly with Merchandising / Buying Departments to ensure the correct product samples are delivered to photo studio on a timely schedule. This role requires strong project management, excellent communication and organizational skills. Ideal candidate should have familiarity with fashion and ready-to-wear brands in retail or editorial environment.

Location : Headquarters, HQ

Employment type : Full Time

Core Responsibilities

Photography Budget & Schedule : Manages end-to-end budget process, tracking, and confirming that all invoices have been received and processed in a timely manner

Coordinates seasonal photoshoot dates with Marketing Project Manager and Studio Manager throughout the year

Provides bi-weekly reports on photography budget

Sets up new vendor contracts, model release forms and tracks

Photoshoot Production : Creates production decks for each shoot, assisting Art Directors as needed

Add meta-data to each shot as provided by content team

Maintain library of swipe and inspirational “go-bys” for team

Serves as a liaison between the creative, content and photography teams to accurately communicate upcoming challenges or changes prior to (or during) each photoshoot

Post-shoot, distributes contact sheets and places images in appropriate production / content decks

Attends photoshoots as needed

Sample Coordination : Coordinates with merchandising to request samples from buyers based on tactics and delivery dates

Organize and label samples as they arrive in appropriate groupings and shoot date

Pack, deliver and pick-up shoes to / from studio in a timely manner as directed by Photo Manager

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Communication : Must possess excellent verbal and written communication abilities to present ideas clearly and engage various stakeholders effectively.

Organizational Skills : Strong ability to prioritize tasks and ensure projects are completed on time.

Problem-Solving : Proactive in identifying issues and developing effective solutions.

Self-Motivated : Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.

Minimum Requirements

Experience : 4 years of related experience with a strong background in photoshoots & production management

Technical : Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite; WorkFront experience is a plus

Industry Knowledge : Prior experience in retail marketing is desirable

Physical Demands

This position is primarily sedentary. Requires ability to sit for extended periods; may also stand and walk occasionally. Reaching, grasping, typing, lifting light objects, bending or stooping, and good near vision for computer work.

Work Environment

Office environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Equal Employment Opportunity : Rack Room Shoes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries : Retail

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