Photography Studio Manager
This position is responsible for managing a high volume photography
studio producing on model apparel and still life product photography for the
Neiman Marcus Group web sites as well as editorial and catalog shoots.
Duties:
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Manage a team of direct reports.
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Responsible for monthly studio budgets - reporting and reviewing studio operation and freelance expense with studio team.
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Oversee staff and freelance scheduling based on workload and scheduled projects.
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Studio liaison with internal partners/clients – Shoot Producers, Shoot
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Coordinators, Art Directors, RTW Stylists, etc.
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Processing freelance invoices weekly.
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Facility management – coordinate maintenance and upkeep with facility engineer and housekeeping dept.
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Create monthly web creative expense forecast.
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Work with supervisor and partners to implement studio processes and
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procedures to manage workflow to and increase studio productivity.
Experience & Skills Desired:
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5 years management experience
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Professional commercial photo studio experience.
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Strong organizational and communication skills.
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Ability to inspire trust.
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Implement and affect change.
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Monitor and maintain production expectations.
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Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
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Ability to multitask and capable of working independently and in a team environment.
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Problem solving.
Experience & Skill Preferred But Not Required
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Kaizen workflow
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General retail experience.
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Experience with Adobe Photoshop.
- Experience with Capture One.