In-House Studio Photographer

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Location: New York, New York | In‑Office

Type: Full‑Time

Reports to: Marketing Director (U.S.)

Venum is the #1 combat sports brand in the world, trusted by elite athletes and worn across the UFC, gyms, and training communities worldwide. We design and distribute performance apparel and equipment that represent power, precision, and identity. 2026 marks a major milestone for Venum USA as we build a fully autonomous U.S. headquarters in Manhattan. As part of this effort, we are investing in a dedicated in‑house creative studio to support e‑commerce, social commerce, retail, and brand storytelling across the U.S. market.

We are hiring an In‑House Studio Photographer to join our New York creative team and own the execution of high‑quality product, lifestyle, and campaign photography. This role is for a detail‑oriented, fast‑moving creative who thrives in a studio environment and understands how photography drives conversion, brand perception, and consistency across digital and retail channels. You will work closely with Marketing, E‑commerce, Design, and Social teams to bring Venum products to life across , the Venum App, Amazon, social platforms, and retail partners.

• Execute high‑quality studio photography for apparel, equipment, models, and off‑model product shots.
• Capture E‑commerce PDP imagery and Amazon/marketplace assets with consistent lighting, framing, and visual standards across all product categories.

• Capture lifestyle imagery aligned with Venum’s brand identity and U.S. market positioning.
• Support seasonal launches, campaigns, and special projects.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Creative teams on shot lists, concepts, and execution.

• Create imagery optimized for conversion, including detail shots, fit and fabric highlights, and movement/performance cues.
• Ensure assets meet requirements for , the Venum App, Amazon, other marketplaces, and retail/wholesale partners.

• Manage day‑to‑day studio operations: equipment setup, maintenance, and organization.
• Coordinate shoot schedules, product flow, and sample management.
• Ensure assets are properly named, stored, and delivered on time.

• Work closely with the Marketing Director, E‑commerce Director, Product Design, Category teams, and Social Media team for ongoing content needs.
• Support rapid content creation for launches, promotions, and social commerce initiatives.

• Marketing Director (U.S.) – creative direction and priorities.
• E‑commerce team – conversion‑driven assets.
• Design and Product teams – accurate product representation.
• Social Media team – ongoing and reactive content creation.
• External talent (models, stylists) – as needed for shoots.

• 4–7+ years of professional photography experience, preferably in apparel, sporting goods, fashion, or performance brands.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating studio and product photography.
• Proficiency with professional camera systems, lighting, and studio workflows.
• Strong post‑production skills in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Understanding of e‑commerce and marketplace photography requirements.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and deadline‑driven.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, in‑house creative environment.

• Consistent, high‑quality photography across all channels.
• Faster content turnaround and reduced reliance on external studios.
• Improved e‑commerce conversion through stronger visual assets.
• Scalable studio workflows that support business growth.
• Strong collaboration across marketing, e‑commerce, and design teams.

• Be part of the #1 combat sports brand in the world.
• Help build and shape Venum’s U.S. in‑house creative studio.
• Work from NYC HQ with direct impact on brand growth.
• Collaborate with elite creative and commercial teams.
• Play a key role in Venum’s next phase of expansion.

The base salary for this role ranges from $80,000 – $95,000
. Final compensation will depend on qualifications,…