Senior Photographer, 3-6 Month FTC

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Photographer to join the Web team at our Head Office. As part of the studio team, you will assist with the photography of RiverIsland's repertoire of products. You will have the opportunity to be involved in innovative and eye catching photography and thereby constantly improving the shopping experience at riverisland.com., We are looking for a talented individual who is interested in expanding their experience and developing on their existing product photography skills. You must have previous experience in fashion photography within a studio/catalogue/still life type of environment.
Key priorities of the position include:

• Take digital images of products styled on models using Capture Pro and follow photographic guidelines focusing on lighting and final image quality


• Deliver concepts from Art Director and achieve lighting to the highest standard for WW and MW recognisable shoots.


• Shoot WW packs, MW brand shoots


• Confidence to try new ideas


• Constantly suggesting areas for improvement, testing and helping implantation


• Deliver all online product imagery that accurately depicts clothing and is shoot in an inspirational forward thinking style whilst following River Island's in-house standards


• Work with Stylist and model on-set to co-direct and select best poses


• Continuously evaluate model poses, product representation and retail landscape to ensure River Island is the leader of online photography


• Strong knowledge of other brands, websites and latest shoot trends


• Ensure no more than 1% of your images are reshot per week, with 100% accurate product representation


• Communicate workflow status and concerns to the Stylist in order to ensure all priority product is shot to deadlines


• Manage your day effectively and report any rollover products to Styling Manager and Studio Manager


• Ensure product care and that all items are retagged by Assistants after use and returned to fashion cupboard in an orderly and timely manner


• Prepare sets, ensuring all equipment is functioning, set up lighting, take metre readings and keep records


• Upload Digital Images


• Name and maintain digital asset file/structure organisation


• Perform quality assurance on all images


• Select final images with Stylist


• Crop digital photographic images


• Ensure colour consistency between image assets


• Write detailed retouch notes on images


• Upload assets to servers in accordance with guidelines


• Accurately archive images so that they are easily accessible


• Meet daily deadlines to prepare for new website material


• Assist in the upkeep of all studio equipment, props and supplies and organise repairs


• Take digital images of products styled on mannequins and still life when required


• Train and Mentor Photography team members


• Support with ad hoc duties as and when required
  
  Degree in photography and/or minimum 3+ years previous experience in a studio environment/catalogue environment


• A strong photography portfolio that demonstrates sufficient knowledge and techniques of digital photography and lighting.


• Proven experience with digital cameras and lighting.


• Highest technical proficiency in PhotoShop (Mac), Capture Pro and networked computers


• Good understanding of colour correction and image constraints


• Ability to work well within a team


• Ability to work under extreme pressure to meet creative deadlines


• Ability to communicate clearly, accurately and confidently and build strong relationships both internally and externally


• Detail oriented
  
  We're a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together - and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions.
  
  This Is For You...


• Discount - Generous 50% staff discount so you can treat yourself & a bargain staff shop, all onsite!


• RI Rewards - Reducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway!


• Island culture - We have a free onsite gym, subsidised restaurant & café & various social events throughout the year. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!


• Work that stays at work - Flexible working is a given, on top of payday early finishes and Summer Fridays


• Family Hub - Every family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment


• Giver Island - Give as you earn scheme, a 'Giver Island' day each year and matched funding


• Training on the job - Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications


• Pension - A contributory private pension scheme


• Healthcare - With the choice to opt in for healthcare through our provider AXA


• Holiday - 25 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. With the added option to purchase additional holiday for whatever the need!


We mentioned the discount, right?

Keeping You Safe...

At River Island we are committed to the safeguarding of all of our employees regardless of age or job role. We will fulfil our obligation under the Prevent duty which seeks to stop extremism and extremist views from materialising in our business. We promote and encourage the belief in British Values- including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs.

Every Islander Counts:
Our Island is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.