Defense Contractor Photography Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Gwynedd Manufacturing, a growing defense contractor located in North Wales, PA, is a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility dedicated to producing quality products for the U.S. Department of Defense and various U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Agencies. As an innovative company offering a wide array of products, we strive to continuously develop new technology and drive process improvement.

We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Designer to lead the development and execution of compelling visual content across digital and print platforms. This role will play a key part in shaping and evolving the brand, while delivering high-quality design solutions that support marketing, production, and business objectives.

The ideal candidate combines strong conceptual thinking with hands-on execution, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This position will also be responsible for capturing and producing high-quality photo and video content, including product photography, action footage, and other visual assets that support the brand and marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Direction & Execution

• Lead the design and development of visual assets across marketing, branding, and production
• Translate concepts and ideas into polished, high-impact creative deliverables
• Ensure all creative aligns with brand standards and overall business goals

Brand Development

• Maintain and evolve brand identity across all touchpoints
• Ensure consistency in visual messaging across campaigns and platforms
• Contribute to the development of brand guidelines and creative systems

Project Collaboration

• Partner with marketing, production, and leadership teams to bring campaigns to life
• Present concepts and design solutions to stakeholders and incorporate feedback
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Design Production

• Create assets for digital, print, social media, presentations, and campaigns
• Oversee file preparation, production specs, and final deliverables
• Support photo/video shoots with art direction as needed

Video & Content Production

• Capture and produce high-quality product photography, video, and action footage for marketing, social media, digital campaigns, and other brand initiatives
• Operate Sony camera systems and other photography/video equipment to capture polished, engaging visual content
• Plan and execute product and action-oriented shoots, including composition, lighting, camera movement, and shot selection
• Edit video content for social media, digital campaigns, product features, and promotional materials
• Collaborate with marketing and creative teams to develop video concepts, storyboards, and shot lists
• Manage video footage from capture through editing, color correction, sound, and final delivery
• Identify opportunities to incorporate video and motion content into broader creative campaigns

Mentorship & Leadership

• Provide guidance and feedback to junior designers or production staff
• Help elevate overall creative quality and team output
• Contribute to process improvements and workflow efficiencies

Qualifications

• Experience with Sony camera systems and professional photo/video equipment
• Experience capturing and editing product and action footage 
• 5+ years of professional design experience (agency or in-house)
• Strong portfolio showcasing branding, digital, campaign, photography, and/or video work
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Professional experience with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or similar
• Working knowledge of Figma, Canva, or similar tools
• Strong understanding of layout, typography, color, visual hierarchy, composition, and visual storytelling
• Experience capturing and editing product and action footage
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Must have a Portfolio!

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may require the following over extended periods of time up to a full 8-hour work shift (excluding lunch and breaks): stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds, view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for detailed assembly and precision work. Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities but are always subject to safety concerns for the employee and all team members.  Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter.  Any assessment will be performed by a third party vendor and will be reported on a pass/fail basis with no other medical information conveyed to employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management may modify or assign other responsibilities as needed.