On Call Photo Stylist

Be a part of the GROWING workforce at Oriental Trading Company, a Berkshire Hathaway Company!

Recognized as a Top 50 Internet and a Top 50 Catalog Retailer, we promote fun in how we take care of our employees, empower our employees to take care of our customers, and trust our customers to take care of spreading the word. Everything else simply takes care of itself.

General Summary of Purpose:

As an On Call Photo Stylist in our Omaha, Nebraska office, you will be responsible for planning photography logistics, schedules shots, creates sets, styles image and reports on productivity.

Essential Functions:

• Plans and styles tabletop and large detailed photos such as catalog covers by reviewing mock-ups and arranging product to fit format using appropriate props.
• Assists photographer during photo sessions by providing input, trouble shooting and recommendations regarding lighting, styling and composition.
• Plans and styles detailed photo shoots at off-site locations by arranging location sites, obtaining models and transporting necessary props and products.
• Determines staging, set ups and props needed for each seasonal catalog through brainstorming sessions, meetings and research with merchandising and creative teams.
• Designates models and coordinates wardrobe by communicating with various modeling agencies and internal library on file.
• Collaborates with creative designers on brain storming ideas for covers, features and complete look of photography.
• Works closely with the Studio Supervisor to enhance imagery quality and branding and ensure due dates are met in the studio.
• Casts and books models to be photographed for print and web use through direct communication with various modeling agencies and internal library file. Obtains model release forms from all models.
• Works with team to set up and knock down sets quickly and efficiently to stay on schedule and meet all deadlines.
• Processes model invoices, model release and contact sheets. Prepares check request forms and invoices for management to approve for payment of model and agency fees.
• Prepares product for the out-of-house freelance photographers by logging and prepping samples; add props, photo notes and coordination.
• Maintains a clean and organized studio and prop room for safe and efficient prop retrieval.
• Shops for and preps props and set supplies as needed for photo shoots.
• Assists Sample Coordinator as needed to check in, process and store samples.
• Coordinates video efforts with the creative staff and photographer.
• Maintains a clean and organized studio and prop room for safe and efficient retrieval.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Abides by all policies and procedures of OTC.
• Attends and participates in Team meetings.

 

Here’s what you need to join the fun:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of photo styling experience.
• Requires the ability to work with a high level of independence and creativity within the pressure of deadlines.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
• Must be proficient in a Macintosh environment.
• Must have the ability to multi task with an excellent attitude regarding change and input from others.
• A high level of artistic ability and design with good color perception is essential.
• Ability to perform job in a safe manner.