Photographer

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global network of 1,900+ team members across 25+ studios and 20+ countries, partnering with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business challenges through design, strategy, and craft. This is an onsite role in Chicago, IL.

POSITION SUMMARY

Creates high quality photographs (digital and conventional) for client brand images per client specifications. Under the direction of the client project team ensures photo set (cameras, lighting, merchandise, materials, etc.) is fully prepared for shots and is properly handled after shots are completed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre‑photo studio) or interacts with clients directly as necessary. Ensures high quality standards in all Photo Studio client deliverables. Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of basic to intermediate level Photographic Artwork (digital and conventional) effectively using industry standard cameras, software, tools, and photographic techniques. Performs assigned tasks within the overall Photo Studio workflow and assigned budget, according to Meets quality standards at all times for all assigned deliverables and makes recommendations to Management for improvements in tools, processes and assigned tasks. Ensures quality consistency across a range of Photographic Artwork (digital and conventional), composing shots based on layouts, creative, and art direction of more senior Photographers. Demonstrates a commitment to the Company Quality Improvement Effort by ensuring proper lightening of products and by providing the Color team with accurate information. Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Photography or related field 4+ years of previous photography experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required. Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications. Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem‑solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills. Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning). Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts. Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients. Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management. Self‑motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting. Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. EEO Statement : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $35 - $40 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job‑related factors. Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Schawk USA LLC