Associate Photographer

Department: Marketing

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Austin, Texas

DescriptionHeadquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We provide an elevated feel to the distinct pieces we design by blending styles, materials, and textures from all around the world.  \n
We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers. Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 14 times and being one of Austin’s Top Workplaces for 4 years which couldn’t have been possible without our employees. 

We are looking for a talented and passionate photographer to join our dynamic team. The primary focus of the Associate Photographer is to support the day to day shooting workflow in the studio.  This role will concentrate on product silo photography, with additional responsibilities in basic videography and editing. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with our creative team to produce high-quality photography and video assets.

In This Role\nShoot product silo photography upholding the Four Hands quality standards\nEnsure consistency in lighting, composition, and color accuracy\nAssist the Photographers and Videographers on set in the planning and execution of photo shoots\nWork closely with the photographer, stylists, and other team members to understand project goals and ensure that the visual content aligns with the Four Hands vision\nSet up lighting, backgrounds, and props, ensuring the setup aligns with the overall art direction and aesthetic goals \nWork closely with the Warehouse Leadership teams to film and edit training videos \nAssist in the post-production process\nMaintain the equipment closet, including updating ordering quantities and ensuring all equipment is in optimal condition \nUphold our Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team \nOther duties as assigned by Management\n

The Ideal Person\n1+ years’ experience in studio or related role\nBachelor’s degree in photography or related field\nCapture One and Photoshop experience\nBasic knowledge of video production and editing\nUnderstanding of strobe lighting scenarios, with experience in Profoto being a plus  \nCreative problem solving skills\nAbility to effectively manage ambiguity and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment\nMust be able to move or lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand/lift for up to 8 hours.  \nDetail oriented and strong organizational skills\n

BenefitsOur employees are the heart of our company, their professional and personal well-being in and out of the office is what we care about the most. What we offer:  \nPeople First Culture – Flexible workspace, summer Friday hours, fully stocked kitchen, social outings & more! \nCareer Development  \nTuition Assistance Program   \nFTO Policy with a paid day off on your Birthday \nFree comprehensive Employee Health Care Benefits (Health/Dental/Vision) and 401(k) + match \nPaid parental leave for both Moms and Dads! \nCheck out fourhands.com/careers to explore more of our Benefits!