Photo Studio Producer Job at Crate & Barrel in Chicago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Photo Studio Producer.

The Photo Studio Producer is accountable for the organization and management of photo shoots, from creative handoff to post production. They will act as the central point of contact for all participating teams and are responsible for designing revised budgets to plan, execute shoots, as well as coordinating the talent, staff, location, and equipment.

This is an on-site position based out of our Photo Studio in Chicago, Illinois

A day in the life as a Photo Studio Producer…

Accountable for tracking and managing each photo shoot budget

Responsible for management of photo shoot staff

In collaboration with Senior Producer, establish and execute on photo shoot timelines and schedules

Act as the liaison between internal and external photo shoot teams

Cultivate pool of national and international talent Establish, research, and implement best in class operating standards

Secure necessary insurance, permits and security needs for location shoots

Provide access to the photography studio for staff; open and close studio, as needed

Coordinate and facilitate the organization of photo shoot teams to manage the shoot, and execute the translation of creative direction for the shoot

What you’ll bring to the table…

Photography industry production knowledge

Ability to direct the execution of creative concepts with fiscal and creative accountability

Knowledge of local Chicago vendors, industry contacts, including caterers, photography equipment providers, truck companies, art movers, prop houses

Strong organizational / multi-tasking skills to manage input from cross functional teams

Extremely detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal / negotiation skills

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

3 years experience of photography production and studio operations a must

Bachelor’s degree

Knowledge of Marketing photography industry standards and processes

Experience and Experience with negotiation and management of crew

Minimum Starting Rate : $60,000.00 Annually

Up to : $80,000.00 Annually

Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request. The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. State / City Compliance : The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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