Producer, Ecommerce Photo Studio

The Producer, eCommerce Photo Studio is accountable for the daily scheduling and team needs of eCommerce photo shoots. For each shoot, the Producer acts as a liaison for all participating teams, working closely with the Senior Producer. Primarily, the Producer is an on site coordinator working to maintain shoot efficiency, working directly with the assigned Art Director and Merchandise Coordinator to maintain daily production flow in coordination with seasonal timelines.

In addition, they are responsible for estimating and managing the budget for internal special projects to plan and execute the shoot, as well as coordinating the talent, staff, location, and ordering of additional equipment if needed.

• In collaboration with and with oversight from the Senior Producer, establish and execute weekly photo shoot timelines and schedules for seasonal launches
• Coordinate and facilitate the organization of shoot teams with both internal and external partners
• Update the Studio Staffing Chart with availability, holds, and bookings of internal and contract partners by directly reaching out to partners and vendors
• Maintain the ecommerce IC/SSTA budget sheet to track monthly ecom expenses
• Manage the job confirmation and invoicing process for vendors.
• Work with onsite teams and merch coordinators on studio spatial awareness to strategize merch and equipment placement for photo shoots
• Provide access to the photography studio for external vendors and talent
• Organize internal Lookbook shoots communication with partners, estimates, team assignments, bookings, and on set needs

• Excellent communication skills, good reading and written language skills (English), basic math, strong organizational skills to manage input from cross functional teams
• Multi-tasking skills, detail-oriented, strong interpersonal/negotiation skills, problem-solving skills, demonstrated leadership skills, and spatial awareness
• Promote a strong sense of teamwork by working together safely, effectively, respectfully and efficiently with all associates
• Photography industry production knowledge of key players, equipment, and workflow

• 3 years experience with Industry knowledge of photography production practices and studio operations
• Bachelor’s degree in related field a plus
• Experience with and knowledge of local Chicago vendors and industry contacts, including caterers, photography equipment providers, truck companies, art movers, prop houses.
• Knowledge of eCommerce/Marketing photography industry standards and processes.
• Past experience with negotiation and management of crew