Job Description
Are you an experience portrait photographer with passion and drive?
Looking for uncapped earnings as a NEWBORN photographer?
Due to expansion of our studios, we have a wonderful opportunity for an associate photographer to join our team in Grazeley, Reading, Berkshire.
We create beautiful, award winning photography with uncompromising newborn safety standards giving unparalleled client experience resulting in show stopping, handmade products to cherish forever.
Hours: 4 days per week to give you more work/life balance. Flexible days & times but must include two days per month on weekends.
Salary: Based on experience so happy to discuss for the right candidate but as a guide there is a standard pay (a minimum of £27K PRO RATA) PLUS a very achievable commission each month based on sales of your sessions.
Key features of the role / Key Responsibilities
- You will photograph clients on their incredible journey into parenthood. From the stunning maternity session, newborn session through to their milestone sessions such as Cake Smash and Splash!
- We are passionate about newborn safety in our industry and so all photographers are trained in safe handling & paediatric first aid.
- To give incredible customer service and have the friendly, fun personality to get the best from the sessions
- You will then order frames & products from the suppliers ready to be delivered to your clients.
- You will be given further training in all areas, from photoshoots to admin & ordering although previous experience in these areas will be hugely beneficial.
About you
- You will need to be a passionate, energetic person with a warm and friendly personality
- You will need to have enthusiasm and love what you do within Maternity and Baby portraiture
- We nurture an environment with free flowing ideas, creativity and need a member of the team who really wants to grow and develop a career, not just a 9-5 ‘job’ mentality
- You need to be methodical and organised with great communication skills & time management.
- Be well presented & great telephone manner.
- and of course, love working with kids of ALL ages!
Required Skills
- 2 years experience in a similar role (preferred experience in specifically newborn photography)
- Excellent command of written and spoken English is essential
- Great understanding of Camera Equipment & Studio Lighting.
- Experience of shooting outdoors (as well as in the studio) would be beneficial.
- We are happy to look at a variety of experience levels and training will always be provided for the right candidate with the right attitude. Previous experience within a similar role would be extremely beneficial however, it is crucial that candidates meet the cultural fit within the business.
- You need to be able to work independently with self drive, motivation and ideas of your own as well as working as part of our growing team. Taking ownership & responsibility is a must.
- You will need fantastic admin skills and attention to detail with this. Although this is a photographic role you will need to update CRM systems with client details, order products, communicate professionally and efficiently with clients to maintain company standards. This is crucial to the role.
- Excellent time management is a must
- Understanding of Mac and relevant software is beneficial. You will need to upload images to our editing team so an understanding will help.
- Ensure daily and weekly targets are met while still maintaining quality.
- To be able to work well to deadlines with a keen eye for detail, positive attitude and be able to communicate to the team.
- Ensure all images delivered to clients within the stated times.
Bonuses
- Continued training and development with not only our team but external trainers
- Career progression for the right candidate
- FOUR DAY WORK WEEK
- Competitive commission rates with uncapped earnings
- Flexible hours
- Extra day off for your birthday
- Only two days per month on weekends (either Saturday or Sunday, we are flexible)
- Social and development events throughout the year
Please apply with the following
- Portfolio/website link with RELEVANT NEWBORN imagery. We will not process any applications further without this.
- Salary expectations
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Due to our safe guarding policy the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: £27,500.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reading: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- professional Photography: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/05/2023
Reference ID: ReadingPhotographerTA
Expected start date: 22/05/2023