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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 what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.
What We Are Looking For...
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Photographer to join the Web team (www.riverisland.com) at our Head Office. As part of the studio team, you will create best-in-class photography of River Island’s repertoire of products 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 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 to:-
- Shoot Creative Still Life Photography and Model Ecom Imagery for River Island Online.
- Homepage, widgets, email and social content for Menswear, Womenswear and Kidswear.
- Report to Studio Manager, whilst working closely with Creative Lead and Art Director on concepts and deliverables.
- Work closely with Stylist to create inspiring, on-brand, on-trend imagery for River Island.
- Be aware of other competitors in order to produce photoshoots that push the boundaries of online creative photography, creating a unique and industry leading visual experience for our customer whilst working to tight deadlines.
- Source props and lighting with Stylist ensuring execution of all Creative shoots are to the standard required.
- Attend regular meetings with Senior Members of Management.
- Responsible for fulfilling art direction and briefs requested.
- Ensure all Creative shoots reflect River Island’s Brand identity.
- Attend Weekly Creative Meetings with E-commerce team and Traffic Manager, agreeing weekly schedule to tight deadlines.
- Due to high demands expected with in the Creative Team ensure time management is closely monitored in order to achieve deadlines.
- Highly organized, unflappable and detail driven to cope with an extremely fast paced working environment where you will often be required to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Mentor and train other team members in Creative ways of working.
- Photograph Model, cut out or accessories selling imagery 2 days per week following Photography Guidelines.
- Highly experienced in Studio Ecommerce shoot processes with in Capture Pro.
- Shooting to daily targets, naming, cropping, processing imagery to deadlines.
Suitable candidates must demonstrate the following:-
- 4 years previous still life photography experience, ideally within a studio environment
- Proven experience with Professional digital cameras and lighting.
- High technical proficiency in PhotoShop (Mac), Capture Pro and networked computers
- Good understanding of colour correction and image constraints
- 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
- Proactive and able to take initiative.
- Proven ability to work quickly and efficiently with an eye for detail
Please note: A portfolio of work will be required if successful to reach interview stage
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
- Bonus - A generous bonus scheme
- Healthcare - With the choice to opt in for healthcare though 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. To find out more, please visit www.gov.uk
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.
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