In House Brand Photographer

Worlds Away | Memphis, Tennessee

Overview

Worlds Away is a family-owned wholesale home furnishings company seeking a creative, detail-oriented photographer to produce compelling product and lifestyle content. This role combines photography, video production, editing, graphic design support, and responsibility for organizing product samples and digital files.

The ideal candidate takes initiative, communicates clearly, and enjoys improving both their craft and their workflow. As our company grows and AI tools advance, this role will evolve. A willingness to learn new skills, test new approaches, and adapt to changing needs is essential.

Responsibilities

Photography and Editing

·         Capture high-quality silhouette, lifestyle, and detail photography of furniture, lighting, mirrors, and accessories for website, catalog, sales, and marketing use.

·         Control lighting, composition, reflections, and perspective to show products clearly and consistently. Collaborate with the creative team on styling, props, and brand direction.

·         Retouch images and match colors to actual product finishes. Check proportions, textures, construction details, and image quality before submitting work for approval.

·         Prepare final files in the sizes, formats, and naming conventions required for each channel.    

Videography and Editing

·         Plan and film product features, lifestyle footage, and short interviews with team members or customers. Coordinate shot lists and capture details, scale, and functionality.

Sample Organization and Team Communication

·         Maintain a shared sample tracker showing product names and SKUs, current locations, photography status, and designated storage or return locations.

·         Coordinate photo and video schedules, product availability, sample movement, and storage with the creative, warehouse, and other relevant teams. Communicate changes, delays, missing items, and product damage promptly.

·         Keep samples, props, and photography spaces labeled, orderly, and accessible. Ensure items are accounted for and returned to their designated locations after shoots.

Digital Files and Workflow

·         Organize raw photos, video footage, audio, project files, approved final assets, and archives. Follow shared folder structures, naming conventions, version controls, and backup procedures.

·         Track projects from request through final delivery, clarify priorities and deadlines, and keep the team informed about progress, approvals, and where completed assets are stored.

·         Upload and maintain approved product imagery on the company website, including adding images for new products, replacing outdated images, and ensuring files are correctly formatted and assigned to the appropriate products.

AI and Continued Learning

·         Develop new skills in photography, videography, editing, graphic design, and approved AI tools. Identify, test, and recommend ways to improve efficiency while maintaining quality.

·         Use AI thoughtfully in photo and video production. Verify that product design, scale, finishes, and details remain accurate.

·         Document useful processes and share improvements with the team. Follow company guidelines when uploading unreleased products or other confidential materials to outside platforms.

Graphic Design and Equipment

·         Create graphic elements, overlays, promotional materials, and digital assets using product photography, following brand guidelines and marketing priorities.

·         Operate and care for cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and stabilization equipment. Maintain an orderly workspace, follow safe handling practices, and report equipment needs or issues.

Qualifications

·         Professional photography and videography experience, with a portfolio demonstrating lighting, composition, editing, and visual storytelling. Home furnishings and/or still life experience is strongly preferred.

·         Proficiency in Photoshop and video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.

·         Understanding of color accuracy, reflective surfaces, perspective, audio capture, and consistent product presentation.

·         Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain detailed records, manage multiple projects at one time, and meet agreed deadlines.

·         Clear communication, dependable follow-through, initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

·         Openness to feedback and demonstrated interest in learning new tools, including AI, and improving established processes.

·         A degree in photography, graphic design, fine arts, or a related field is preferred; equivalent professional experience is welcome.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.

Application Process:

Please submit a resume, portfolio demonstrating silhouette and lifestyle photography skills, and examples of graphic design work. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews to further discuss their experience and suitability for the role.

Working With a Growing Team:

We are a growing company where collaboration and flexibility are part of daily work. This description outlines the primary responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive list. Additional duties and projects may be assigned as business needs evolve.  This is an on-site position.