Photo Shoot Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the Team
The Rejuvenation photography team consists of highly passionate, collaborative and process driven thinkers. As part of the team, you'll bring your ideas to the discussion. Our role is to create cohesive visual direction and photography for the brand, across all channels to bring products to market creatively and on time.
About the Role
Join our dynamic creative team as the Lifestyle Photo Producer, where you'll be the driving force behind our brand's visual storytelling. You won't just coordinate photoshoot logistics; you'll be the bridge between departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring seamless execution. We're looking for someone with top-notch organizational skills, a knack for creative problem-solving, and the production expertise to help execute our brand's creative vision.
As the backbone of lifestyle photoshoots at Rejuvenation, you'll take charge of everything from pre-production to post-production. Working closely with art directors, merchandise coordinators, and a team of talented freelance artists, you'll orchestrate top-tier lifestyle photography both on set and on location. Your proactive approach means you're always one step ahead, anticipating and resolving any challenges that may arise.
In addition to your passion for photography and attention to detail, we're seeking someone with exceptional communication skills to convey ideas effectively across diverse audiences. Your collaborative approach will help create a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you thrive in a team setting, enjoy problem-solving, and have a keen eye for detail, we want you to join us in shaping the visual narrative of our brand.
You're excited about this opportunity because you will...
• You are a clear communicator with excellent time management, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• You understand how a photo team works and how each role contributes to bringing inspiring assets to life.
• You love to coordinate logistics and thrive in a fast- paced environment. Working on multiple shoots at the same time is not challenge.
• Be part of a highly collaborative team and own management of the details of production from merchandise, props, photography equipment, location logistics, efficient shot lists, and creative goals.
• Work closely with cross departments to ensure completion of all necessary lifestyle photo assets.
• Partner with the Merch Coordinator team to ensure that merchandise for shoot is properly made available and accounted for (picked, packed, and transported safely, assembled as needed and ensure digital tech is keywording photography assets properly). You have the product knowledge to ensure the right items are being brought to set and shown in the right way.
• Manage all photo shoot related documents, ie location contracts, insurance, metadata, digital guidelines, art releases, model releases, etc.
• Manage all location logistics, with crew, property owner, locations companies and creative department (photograph all locations before start of shoot, truck & grip rentals, travel accommodations, etc.)
• Source and manage photographers, stylists, location scouts, production crews, and other freelance production resources for shoots outside Oregon.
• Act as primary contact for location shoot homeowner/representative, ensuring that property is properly cared for and maintained, conducting pre and post shoot walkthroughs and ensuring that all house rules are followed.
• Perform regular hindsight's of production and identify needed improvements and follow through on best workflow practices. Improve upon and build new templates.
• Identify and implement procedures to support and improve the photo production process. Streamline and standardize when possible
• Manage photo schedule in conjunction with creative teams and attend production meetings to communicate schedule changes required due to late product, location issues, or set build schedule.
• Clearly communicate the photo shoot process and on-set responsibilities to internal and external partners.
• Manage relationships with outside partners and vendors (homeowners, electricians, catering, etc)
• Work closely with photo team on the creative budget and take responsibility for forecasting and submitting invoices, along with reconciling related to the vendors you work/manage.
Why you will love working at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
• We're a successful, fast-growing company with an entrepreneurial spirit
• A technologically and data-driven business
• Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits
• We're at the forefront of tech and retail, redefining technology for the next generation
• We're passionate about our internal and external clients and live/breathe the client experience
• We get to be creative daily
• A smart, experienced leadership team that wants to do it right and is open to new ideas
• We believe in autonomy and reward taking initiative
• We have fun!
We're excited about you because you...
• Have 3-5 years prior photo production experience.
• Have experience negotiating vendor contracts and managing vendor/contractor relationships
• Bring an established network of photographers, stylists, location scouts, production crews, and other location-production resources outside Oregon, with the ability to quickly engage trusted partners in new markets.
• Are proficient in using Microsoft Office suite, to include Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills with the ability to effectively build relationships with internal and external cross-functional partners (either on site or remotely)
• Have strong organization skills with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities and deadlines and strong attention to detail.
• Have strong sense of initiative and can work effectively in a team environment.
• Can travel occasionally for location shoots and other business requirements. Able to work 10 hr days throughout the year when shooting. A flexible schedule is needed to meet the needs of the business
People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:
Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands
• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
• Resources for self-development
• Advisor (Mentor) program
• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinance
About Us
Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.