Volunteer Studio Grip Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the Role 

In this role, you will be responsible for organizing, transporting, and staging merchandise, props, surfaces, grip, crafty, and other supplies necessary to efficiently execute each shoot. You will be relied on by the Producer for any updates regarding product issues, supply shortages, equipment and truck maintenance, etc. We are seeking someone who is a self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and proactively to constantly support all facets of our photo teams while maintaining a can-do attitude. 

Duties + Responsibilities: 

• Work with Producers daily to review what's needed to execute photoshoots including - ordering and organizing merchandise and props, prepping surfaces, equipment, and crafty items. 

• Understand the sample ordering/returning process to help organize and track merchandise before and after photoshoots. 

• Unpack and carefully re-pack photo samples safely for transit between photo teams, WS buildings, locations, and the warehouse. 

• Unpack, check in, and test (if applicable) product before each shoot. 
  Save/organize paperwork/empty boxes, alert Producers of any issues with product, and note quantity received on sample tracker. 

• Ensure all merchandise and props are returned with proper labeling and wrapping, alerting any issues immediately to the shoot's Producer. 

• Maintain, organize and update/document: prop cage, surfaces, sample inventory kept in studios, and studio crafty. 

• Help construct and maintain various set and surface rigs on-set. 

• Assemble furniture pieces for photoshoot. 

• Remain attentive and proactive to anticipate the needs of the photo crew on set. 

• Drive 15' and 20' truck, and sprinter van (both require no special license). 

• Vehicle upkeep: keep clean, keep insurance binders on hand, park in designated area at studio and notify Producers when they need maintenance. 

• Travel occasionally with photo teams for photoshoot on location. 

• Unload and reload trucks with merchandise. 

• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor with the photo team, merchants, vendors, and homeowners. 

• Keep crafty table clean, organized, and stocked for the beginning and end of each day, alerting Producer for any needed supplies. 

• Set out trash bins daily for studio. 

• Needs to be in Richmond location by 8:30am start time daily. 
   

• 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 ordinances. 

The expected starting pay range for this position is$25.75 - $28.98 hourly Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.