Inhouse Photographer

Job Title: In-house Photographer
Location: Mohali
Reports to: Design Head
Job Type: Full-time


Job Overview:
The In-house Photographer will be responsible for creating high-quality imagery that aligns with our brand's vision and identity. The ideal candidate will be creative, adaptable, and able to capture compelling photographs that support our marketing, product, and content initiatives. This role will focus on a variety of photography styles, from product and lifestyle shots to event photography, ensuring that every image helps tell the story of our brand. The role requires a blend of technical photography skills, artistic vision, and collaboration with other departments to produce visually stunning and consistent imagery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Photography Production:
• Lead the photography efforts for all product and lifestyle photography, capturing professional images that showcase products, people, and services in an engaging and aesthetically pleasing manner.
• Conduct photo shoots for marketing campaigns, e-commerce listings, social media, website content, and internal communication materials.
• Assist in the conceptualization and planning of shoots, considering objectives, style, and production requirements.
• Manage and oversee all aspects of photography production, including lighting, composition, set-up, location, and direction of models or subjects as required.
• Capture candid moments at company events, team activities, and behind-the-scenes events to showcase the company culture.

2. Post-Production & Editing:

• Edit and retouch photos to meet the company's visual standards and branding guidelines using industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop and Light room.
• Ensure all final images are polished and aligned with brand guidelines (color, composition, tone, etc.).
• Manage the digital asset library, maintaining organized, high-quality image files for quick retrieval and use.

3. Collaboration & Brand Consistency:

• Work closely with the marketing, design, and content teams to create visual assets that align with company campaigns, product launches, and overall marketing strategy.
• Ensure that all photos reflect the company’s tone, brand identity, and messaging across all digital and print platforms.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance the visual impact of campaigns and improve photo-based content for both online and offline use.

4. Equipment & Workflow Management:

• Oversee the care, maintenance, and proper storage of all photography equipment and props.
• Ensure efficient workflow for editing, archiving, and sharing of images across departments.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest photography equipment, techniques, and industry trends to continually improve and elevate the quality of visual content.

5. Additional Responsibilities:

• Support the production of promotional videos, short clips, and other multimedia projects when required.
• Assist with other visual content-related tasks, including info graphics, banners, and presentations.
• Contribute to social media content by creating shareable, high-quality images that resonate with our online audience.
• Work with external contractors or photographers on larger-scale projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience (3+ years) as an in-house or freelance photographer with a strong portfolio that demonstrates versatility and expertise in product photography, portraiture, event, and lifestyle photography.
• Proficient in using professional photography equipment (DSLRs, lighting kits, etc.) and advanced editing tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Light room, and Capture One.
• Strong understanding of photography principles such as lighting, composition, and color theory.
• Knowledge of video production, including the ability to shoot and edit short video clips, is a plus.
• Familiarity with the latest trends in digital photography and post-production techniques.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and an eye for aesthetics and quality.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Photography, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related field is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with image management software and cloud-based storage solutions is a plus.

Interested candidates may share their resume at hr@nikbakers.com or hrd@nikbakers.com