Job description
Passionate Family Portrait Photographer Wanted!
Bartley Portrait Studios are an independent business which specialises in high-quality family portraits. We are an industry-leading portrait photography studio. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for the right individual to join a well-established, growing team.
We are open to applicants looking for either a Full or Part-time role
Full-time 5 days per week (including at least one weekend day and some evening shifts) with a minimum starting salary of £21,500 - £25,500 inc team bonus structure.
Part-time 3-4 days (24--32hrs) depending on the applicant. The salary would be a pro-rata equivalent of the advertised rate.
Overview of the role
Once fully trained, you will be taking portraits of a wide range of families and age groups from babies to grandparents and often also including the family pet! The aim is to give the customer an exceptional, fun, and memorable experience with outstanding 'high-end' customer service from start to finish; delivering high-quality photography, products, and aftercare, in equal measure.
In addition to the core photographer elements above, this role includes a diverse range of responsibilities as when you’re not conducting portrait shoots, you will be doing various other activities (depending on your skills and experience) such as:-
- Viewings - where you will personally showcase and sell the framed products to suit each customer's home, style and budget.
- Editing presentation shows ready for viewings in Lightroom / Photoshop
- Marketing events and promotions.
The role is very diverse, creative and rewarding and the studio and team environment is second to none. We are looking for someone very special, who is prepared to prove themselves, with a can-do attitude, to do whatever it takes to succeed. For the right candidate, this role has plenty of potential to develop within our growing business.
Essential candidate requirements
- Highly creative with a good technical understanding of studio flash, lighting techniques and flattering posing.
- Good understanding and demonstrable skills with Adobe Photoshop.
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills – must have a contagious, friendly, welcoming personality.
- Be confident, well presented, highly motivated and have the potential to be good at ‘Viewings’ (sales) with the right training, provided by us.
- Hard-working, dedicated and have determination and self-motivation in
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Must live locally (Cheshire/Manchester/Liverpool area) or within approx. 30 minutes commute to our studio (and preferably be a car owner)
Interested?
We would love someone who already has all the relevant experience and ticks all the boxes above, but we are open minded and will be looking for potential ability with proven past experience. Personality and passion for this career and industry is crucial.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 24-40 per week
Salary: £21,500.00-£25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: In person