What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photo Studio Coordinator position at Haddad Brands?
Description
Haddad is a privately held family business with 100 years’ experience in the children’s apparel & accessories industry. A leader in the children’s wear industry, Haddad Brands is the exclusive global licensee for the most iconic brands in the world, which include Nike, Jordan, Converse, Hurley, Levi’s, Polo, Abercrombie and Fitch, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Huggies. Supported by a team of professionals skilled in design, sourcing, production, sales, marketing & distribution of premium quality children’s wear, Haddad distributes globally to 100 countries and maintains sales and sourcing offices in 22 cities globally, including New York, Paris, Hilversum, Shanghai, Egypt, Bangkok, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, London and Montreal.
Overview:
The Photo Studio Coordinator will support the photo studio with all pending requests regarding e-commerce, employee photos, day to day administrative tasks, and sample workload. They will work closely with the Sr. photographer to provide high quality off-figure (lay-down flat) imagery for a wide range of products.
Key Accountabilities:
- Organize, check in, and return product samples for photography sessions
- Steam, style, and prepare garments and other products to ensure they are camera-ready
- Track and maintain an organized inventory of samples to support a smooth and efficient workflow
- Style and photograph products in off-figure setups, such as laydowns and tabletop arrangements, to create high-quality e-commerce images
- Assist on-set during on-model photo shoots, including adjusting clothing for fit and appearance, styling outfits, and ensuring the overall presentation is on-brand
- Set up and break down photography equipment, lighting, and props as needed for various shoots
- Review photos to ensure they meet e-commerce standards, providing feedback and making adjustments as necessary
- Perform basic photo editing tasks in Adobe Photoshop, such as color correction, retouching, and cropping to meet site specifications
- Maintain a clean and organized studio environment, including setting up for shoots and ensuring all equipment is in working order
- Manage digital assets by offloading images, naming files, and sharing photo assets with other departments
- Capture and edit employee headshots, passport photos, and other internal photo requests as needed
- Assist with photography at company events and other miscellaneous projects
- Collaborate with the Senior Photographer and creative team to support pre- and post-production tasks for both in-studio and offsite shoots
- Take on special projects and assignments as directed, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality output
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities/Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Photography, or related field
- Basic photography skills and familiarity with DSLR cameras, studio lighting, and other photo equipment
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop or similar photo editing software
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Lightroom and Capture One is a plus
- Excellent organizational, communication skills with attention to detail
- Previous experience in a production studio, fashion brand, or e-commerce setting is a plus
Consistent in-office presence is vital to the role as it is for all Haddad Brands team members, so that we all have a full appreciation, aesthetically and tactilely, of the qualities that define our brand partners’ products and set them apart from their competitors.
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
