Photographer

About Surya Inc.

Surya Inc. is an innovative home furnishings company catering to a variety of lifestyles. Surya Inc.'s thoughtfully curated design-forward furniture, rugs, textiles, lighting, wall decor and accents are available worldwide through leading retailers, interior designers, and online stores. The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Livabliss, and RST Brands. Surya Inc. has been named to the Inc. 5000 annual list of America's fastest growing privately held companies ten times.

Position Overview
Surya is seeking a talented and experienced photographer with a strong eye for design and a portfolio that demonstrates a proven ability to produce captivating product and lifestyle photography. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume studio environment and be adept at leading all phases of a photoshoot-from concept development and set design to styling, execution, and post-production editing. The candidate must also be comfortable working in a warehouse environment, handling physical aspects of the role, and collaborating across departments.

This role offers an opportunity to exercise creativity and innovation, producing unique, eye-catching visuals for platforms such as catalogs, websites, and social media.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality images of rugs and home accessories for various formats including product, eCommerce, room environments, and styled shots.
• Collaborate with Product Development and cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and deliver projects within budget.
• Lead and oversee photo shoots, ensuring proper placement of products, props, and lighting for consistency with Surya's brand standards.
• Participate in the full creative process, including styling, set building, and preparing merchandise.
• Manage multiple sets concurrently, working with the head photographer and key stakeholders to translate creative direction and sketches into impactful visuals.
• Edit images as required, including resizing, cropping, color correcting, and converting files to CMYK or RGB as needed.
• Organize and manage digital assets efficiently, ensuring proper file naming conventions and metadata tagging for easy retrieval and collaboration.
• Handle physical setup of cameras, products, and equipment during shoots.
• Implement new photography techniques such as CGI, 3D modeling, and photogrammetry to capture unique visuals alongside traditional photography methods.
• Collaborate to improve studio workflows, ensuring all processes are efficient, scalable, and utilize the latest photography tools and techniques.
• Assist with additional company photography needs as requested.

Skills & Qualifications

• A minimum of 4+ years of professional experience in commercial studio photography is required.
• A strong background in home decor, interior design, or furniture photography is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of lighting setups for product and interior photography is essential.
• Proficiency in Capture One, Adobe Photoshop, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in tethered shooting workflows for real-time review and adjustments.
• Working experience with Canon cameras and lenses.
• Experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems, including organizing and maintaining a robust image library.
• Highly organized and deadline-oriented with the ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• A meticulous eye for detail and color accuracy, with experience in advanced color management techniques.
• Ability to take direction well and collaborate within a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and efficiently.