What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photographer position at Grainger?
Work Location Type: Onsite
About Grainger:
W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $60,400.00 to $100,700.00.
Rewards and Benefits:
With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
- 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
- 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
- Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
- Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:
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The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.
The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.
Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.
Position Details
The photographer is self-driven with experience in Ecommerce Photography to help grow an extensive ecommerce image library. This is a unique opportunity that encompasses digital still and spin photography. Must be highly organized and possess a strong eye for details and possess excellent communication skills.
This position is onsite in Minooka Monday-Thursday; off on Fridays.
You Will
- Work in a production environment with daily quotas
- Maintain a high pace of image capture while maintaining Photography Standards and following our Photography Lighting Guidelines
- Photograph products to highlight their functionality, features, benefits and uniqueness
- Strict attention to detail and a high level of organizational skills are required to keep product and accessories together
- Handle multiple (often conflicting) priorities simultaneously
- Organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and flexible
- Collaborating with other teams to support all Grainger ecommerce needs
- Enthusiastic team player with a desire to learn and grow as a photographer
- Ability to shoot products efficiently while producing high quality work and keeping within deadlines
You Have
- Minimum Associates degree in Photography
- 5 years of product photography experience
- Strong understanding of strobe lighting and composition to enhance product appeal
- Proficient in working with reflective and clear products on glass surfaces
- Intermediate knowledge of using Adobe Photoshop, Bridge and Adobe Premier
- PC based environment, Microsoft Office and Teams experience a plus
- Technical knowledge of Canon Cameras and Broncolor and Profoto lighting
- Comprehensive understanding of color correction
- Working knowledge of all photographic formats and files.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Video experience a plus
Please provide a link to your portfolio when applying.
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