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This is a hands-on leadership role that combines creative, operational, and business management skills. * Support the Photo Manager in motivating, training, and supervising a diverse team of ...

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This is a hands-on leadership role that combines creative, operational, and business management skills. * Support the Photo Manager in motivating, training, and supervising a diverse team of ...

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How much do photo operations manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for photo operations manager in the United States is $63,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Photo Operations Manager do?

A Photo Operations Manager oversees the daily operations of photographic services in a business or organization. This role involves managing teams of photographers and support staff, scheduling shoots, maintaining equipment, ensuring quality control, and coordinating with clients or other departments. They are also responsible for budgeting, workflow optimization, and implementing safety protocols. Their main goal is to ensure that photo projects are completed efficiently and meet the required standards.

What is the difference between Photo Operations Manager vs Photography Coordinator?

AspectPhoto Operations ManagerPhotography Coordinator
CredentialsExperience in photo production, management skillsPhotography background, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentLeads photo teams, manages workflowsCoordinates shoots, supports photographers
Industry UsageUsed in large studios, agenciesCommon in event, commercial shoots

The Photo Operations Manager oversees the entire photo production process, managing teams and workflows, while the Photography Coordinator focuses on organizing shoots and supporting photographers. Both roles require strong organizational skills and industry experience, but the manager has broader responsibilities in operations and team leadership.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Photo Operations Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Photo Operations Manager, you need expertise in photography, team leadership, and operations management, often supported by a degree in photography, business, or a related field. Familiarity with photo editing software (such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom), digital asset management systems, and scheduling tools is typically required. Exceptional organizational skills, communication abilities, and problem-solving aptitude make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure efficient workflow, high-quality photo output, and effective team coordination in fast-paced or high-volume environments.

What are some common challenges Photo Operations Managers face when coordinating large-scale events?

Photo Operations Managers often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, coordinating large teams of photographers, and ensuring consistent quality across all images. They must also adapt quickly to last-minute changes in event schedules or client requirements, and oversee the logistics of equipment and image delivery. Successful managers excel at communication, problem-solving, and maintaining organization under pressure to ensure a seamless photo operation.
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Infographic showing various Photo Operations Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,456 per year, or $30.5 per hour.
Associate Specialist, Photo Operations

Associate Specialist, Photo Operations

Carvana

Winder, GA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago


Carvana rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 264 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

177th of 713 rated retailers


Job description

About Carvana

At Carvana, we're changing the way people buy and sell cars. With an ambitious vision and a fundamentally different approach designed to be fun, fast, and fair, Carvana became the fastest-growing automotive retailer in history. We expanded nationally, went public on the New York Stock Exchange, sold our 1 millionth car, and reached the Fortune 500, all in just eight years.

Today, with 4 million retail customers and counting, Carvana is both the fastest-growing and the most profitable public automotive retailer, and we're just getting started. We continue to raise the bar for our customers as we tackle the enormous opportunity still ahead in the largest consumer vertical.

Working here means being part of a team that embraces change, celebrates creative problem solving, and always strives to be better. At Carvana, you'll have the opportunity to take on meaningful challenges, learn quickly, and help shape the future of automotive retail. If you're driven to grow and make an impact as part of a collaborative team, you'll fit right in. Learn more about what it's like to work here from the people that already do.  

About the team and position

As an Associate Photo Specialist on the Photo Operations Team, you will apply your photography, DSLR, and problem-solving skills within a strategic design group dedicated to achieving "operational harmony." You will resolve daily platform and technology issues, track process failure trends, and review imagery to provide corrective feedback. Because quality photography relies heavily on intentional preparation, your role goes beyond the camera; you will actively design improved workflows, document new solutions, and participate in cross-collaborative projects to elevate the team's capabilities as the company scales!

What you'll be doing

  • Resolving daily photo team related issues with platforms and technology and ensure tickets are resolved on time to meet Carvana defined SLA
  • Reviewing photo imagery and providing corrective feedback when needed
  • Tracking process failure trends and providing solutions on how to improve
  • Facilitate in person and virtual training
  • Travel up to 60% to help set up and support installation of new studio environments, technology upgrades, or facilitate in person training
  • Cross-collaborating with supporting teams on projects or initiatives that elevate photo teams ability to capture quality photography
  • Be a part of designing new and improved ways to capture quality photography as we scale
  • Writing communication messages either to provide updates, feedback, best practices, documenting new processes, or presentations to support ongoing calls.
  • Document solutions to new problems and share them with the rest of the team
  • Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and after hours work when needed

What you should have

  • Photography composition and lighting skills
  • Technical proficiency in DSLR camera operation
  • Tech-savvy with a quick learning curve for new systems and tools 
  • Skilled at translating complex ideas into simple instructions for training and documentation 
  • Foundational project management skills, including the ability to track timelines and meet deadlines 
  • Ability to be a part of a team but also work on projects independently

What we'll offer in return

  • Full-Time Salary Position with a competitive salary.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
  • 401K with company match.
  • A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more.
  • A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy both physically and mentally.
  • Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
  • A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
  • A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country.

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels.
  • Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity.

Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

Legal stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 


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About Carvana

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At Carvana, we sell cars, but we're not salespeople. Since 2013, we've been making it our mission to change the way people buy cars. We saw a huge problem with how much it can suck to buy a car the traditional way, so we committed ourselves to tackling one of the largest, yet-to-be-disrupted markets in the world - the $1T per year U.S. car market (yes, that's $Trillion with a "T").

Industry

Automobile dealers

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tempe, AZ, US

Year founded

2011