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Staff Photographer

Fort Collins City Lifestyle
Fort Collins, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2025

Position Overview

Join the award-winning team at The Creative Agency as a Staff Photographer, where your creative expertise will shape compelling visual content for a diverse range of clients and industries. In this role, you’ll capture and produce high-impact photography that tells a story, aligns with brand messaging, and supports our clients’ marketing objectives. From styled studio shoots to dynamic on-location projects, you’ll bring your artistic vision to life in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Your work will require a deep understanding of color theory, geometry, and composition principles, ensuring that every image not only meets the highest technical standards but also resonates emotionally with target audiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Product Photography: Capture stunning, detail-focused images that enhance e-commerce listings, product catalogs, and marketing materials, emphasizing craftsmanship and brand appeal.
  • Lifestyle Photography: Develop engaging lifestyle visuals that seamlessly blend products or services into real-world settings, reflecting client values and aspirations.
  • Editorial & Campaign Photography: Direct and execute editorial-style shoots and high-profile campaigns that connect with audiences, ensuring all visuals align with overarching brand narratives.
  • Styled Shoots: Conceptualize and lead photoshoots that integrate props, models, and backgrounds to produce visually compelling and cohesive brand stories.
  • Architecture Photography: Highlight architectural details and interior designs with precision, delivering striking imagery for promotional and marketing use.
  • Corporate & Event Photography: Document corporate headshots, events, and branded activities with professionalism, ensuring all images reflect the client’s unique identity and culture.
  • Creative Retouching & Editing: Use industry-standard software, including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, to perform advanced retouching, color grading, and image optimization.
  • Color Theory Application: Utilize a strong understanding of color theory to enhance compositions, create mood, and align visuals with branding goals.
  • Geometric Precision: Apply an eye for geometry and spatial awareness to ensure balanced, well-composed shots that elevate visual storytelling.
  • Creative Direction: Collaborate with creative and marketing teams to ensure photography aligns with brand strategy, campaign goals, and storytelling objectives.
  • Client Collaboration: Work directly with clients to understand their vision, offering expert guidance throughout the photography process to exceed expectations.
  • Team Integration: Partner closely with graphic designers, social media strategists, and content creators to ensure all visual assets integrate seamlessly into larger campaigns.

What We’re Looking For

  • Demonstrated expertise in a range of photography styles, including product, lifestyle, editorial, architecture, and event photography.
  • Advanced proficiency with professional photography equipment and studio lighting.
  • Deep understanding of color theory, geometry, and composition principles, with the ability to translate these into stunning, brand-aligned visuals.
  • Exceptional post-production skills using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom).
  • Creative problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Creative Variety: No two days are the same—enjoy the challenge of working on diverse projects across industries.
  • Award-Winning Team: Join a group of talented professionals dedicated to producing exceptional results.
  • Growth & Development: Build your career in a supportive environment that values learning, innovation, and professional growth.
  • Full-Service Agency: Be part of a vertically integrated creative team where your work plays a vital role in delivering holistic marketing solutions.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit the following via email to hello@thecreativeagencyco.com:

  • Cover Letter: Tell us why you're the perfect fit for this role.
  • Resume: Highlight your relevant experience and achievements.
  • Portfolio: Include a minimum of one image for each key responsibility listed in the job description.

Note: Applications submitted through job boards without meeting the email requirements will not be considered.

The Creative Agency is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate individuality and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.80 - $22.76 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Paid time off

Compensation Package:

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Commission pay
  • Hourly pay

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23

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