Senior Photographer

ABOUT UA/UNIFORM ADVANTAGE BRANDS

For over 35 years, UA Brands has been synonymous with fashion-forward specialty apparel for the medical and culinary professions. We are proud to support our valued customers - true heroes giving back with every shift. Our culture includes a long history of philanthropy and community support. Our strong values and unique culture are built on collaborating not merely as coworkers, but as family and friends. From the beginning, we provide candidates an authentic look into how UA Brands embraces their skills and perspectives, all in ways that continue to set us apart.

ABOUT THE ROLE

UA Brands is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Senior Photographer to join our dynamic creative team. As a visual storyteller, you will play a key role in capturing the essence of our brand and products through compelling imagery.

A Senior Photographer who is passionate about creating visually compelling imagery that elevates brand identity for UA, Chef, and our private label brands. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping the visual narrative of our brand, using your technical expertise and creative vision to produce high-quality photography that resonates with our audience and strengthens our presence across all platforms.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven track record of delivering impactful visual content, we'd love to hear from you. You will be responsible for various photographic assignments, including studio, content across all channels and location shoots, product photography, lifestyle imagery, and e-commerce photography. The ideal candidate possesses a strong artistic vision, technical expertise, and a collaborative spirit.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Photography:

• Execute high-quality apparel photography across various categories, including product and lifestyle, for our websites and marketing while maintaining quality, aesthetics, and productivity, ensuring alignment with brand identity and marketing goals.
• Collaborate with creative directors, art directors, stylists, and other team members to ensure alignment with brand guidelines and project objectives.
• Masterfully utilize lighting, composition, and technical skills to produce visually stunning imagery.
• Maintain a consistent style and aesthetic while exploring new creative approaches.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and emerging technologies.

Production:

• Assist with pre-production planning, including location scouting, casting models, and coordinating with vendors.
• Manage on-set operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to schedules.
• Oversee post-production tasks, including image selection, editing, and retouching.
• Maintain and organize photography equipment and studio space.

Collaboration & Mentorship:

• Work closely with other photographers, videographers, and creative team members to share knowledge and best practices.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior photographers or assistants, fostering their growth and development.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in photography or a related field
• 7+ years of professional photography experience, demonstrating a diverse portfolio of work
• 7+ years of catalog and e-commerce Photography related experience
• Expert proficiency in digital photography, lighting techniques, and image editing software (Capture One, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom)
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for photography and a commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional eye for composition, color, lighting, and detail.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience with retouching, color correction, and image manipulation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with experience mentoring or managing junior team members
• Experience in studio and on-location photography and content creation.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with digital asset management systems.

Technical Requirements

Camera Equipment:

• Advanced proficiency with professional-grade DSLR and mirrorless camera systems (e.g., Canon, Nikon, Sony).
• In-depth knowledge of lenses (wide-angle, telephoto, macro), and the ability to choose the right lens for different types of photography (e.g., portraits, products, architecture).

Lighting Equipment:

• Mastery in using studio lighting setups (softboxes, beauty dishes, umbrellas, reflectors) and natural light.
• Proficient in setting up **off-camera flash systems**, light meters, and continuous lighting for indoor and outdoor shoots.
• Ability to balance ambient and artificial lighting, as well as create lighting diagrams for shoot planning.

Post-Production Software:

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically:

• Adobe Photoshop (image manipulation, advanced retouching, compositing).
• Adobe Lightroom (photo organization, batch processing, color grading).
• Knowledge of Capture One** for tethered shooting and high-end RAW processing.
• Familiarity with advanced retouching techniques**, such as frequency separation, dodging and burning, and non-destructive editing.

File Formats & Color Management:

• Proficiency in handling RAW, TIFF, JPEG, and PSD file formats.
• Strong understanding of color calibration, white balance adjustments, and ICC profiles for accurate color reproduction.
• Ability to prepare images for web (optimized, compressed formats) and print (CMYK conversion, high-resolution outputs).

Studio and On-location Setup:

• Experience with studio management software and maintaining studio equipment (cameras, lights, backgrounds, and rigs).
• Ability to execute on-location shoots, including managing portable lighting kits and ensuring power backup for extended sessions.

Backup & Storage Solutions:

• Knowledge of cloud storage systems and best practices for file management, backup, and archiving.
• Experience working with NAS systems for large-scale image storage.

Preferred Skills:

• Videography skills and experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro) is a plus.
• Familiarity with 360-degree photography and social content
• Experience working in e-commerce, fashion, or advertising industries.

OFFICE-BASED - Fort Lauderdale Headquarters

Just a short distance from the beautiful Fort Lauderdale beaches - our home base of South Florida is a perfect reflection of our customer population and culturally rich and diverse team. These onsite, business-critical roles are the backbone of our success. Join other team members in the spacious Quad for lunch or enjoy our other ongoing wellness activities.

PLENTY OF BENEFITS TOO

UA BRANDS offers a full range of benefits allowing you the opportunity to customize a benefits package that addresses both your health and financial needs.

• Medical and Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program - self-care and support for life's everyday challenges
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching - Save for your future
• Short & Long Term Disability - Company Paid
• Accident, Hospital Care and Critical Illness Insurance - Protect your Income
• Legal Insurance and ID Theft Protection
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off - Life Balance
• Volunteer Time Off - Make an Impact
• Employee Discount Program
• Referral Program - Get paid to work with Friends
• Free Parking at the Downtown Corporate Office
• Regular Social Activities and Events - Mandatory Fun
• See more of the benefits we offer

UA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an employee of any UA Brands division, you will be part of an established and dynamic organization. We believe that success starts from within, and we are seeking individuals who thrive in an environment that encourages and supports self-management. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at UA Brands will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. UA Brands does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. UA Brands will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace.

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