E-commerce Product Photographer at Safe Parking Limited

Safe Parking Limited - Our online retail mall located in Abuja who is determined to be the largest on-line retail mall, is launching with thousands of products, and unbeatable prices is hiring a team of achievers to lead it operations.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: E-commerce Product Photographer

Location: Abuja

Position Summary

• Evaluates, processes, inventories and photographs items for our e-commerce sites. Responsible for high volume product photography across multiple product categories as needed (accessories, house wares, sporting goods, art, etc).
• Professional knowledge in the art and science of photography with the technical skill to operate photography equipment and software to achieve the best results on a tight schedule.
• Has a strong knowledge of computers, digital/analog SLR cameras, related photography equipment, continuous/strobe lighting, white balancing, color management, multiple photo editing/management programs, MS Excel, MS Word, versatile in both Mac and PC systems and the use of shared drives.

Essential Functions Statements

• Safely uses departmental equipment
• Setting up taking down lighting, backgrounds, props and other equipment
• Uses cameras, computers, and lighting to photograph products, capture and share images for online sale.
• Effectively uses Photoshop and other various Macintosh and Windows applications to retouch and/or resize photos using batch processes while following web-specific standards and guidelines.
• Safely and thoughtfully prepares items for photo shoots. Carefully handles delicate and sensitive products and materials including collectibles and other higher value merchandise.
• Merchandises items by taking best-selling attributes and choosing the best layouts and shots to maximize sales.
• Creates professional, clear and detailed images of a variety of surfaces including chrome, glass, matte and various reflective materials.
• Creates professional, clear and detailed images of a variety of product sizes including large oversized and micro-sized items.
• Meets the Photography Department’s production goal and keep up with the minimum productivity standard set/expected from all Photographers within the department.
• Uses strong photographic lighting and compositional skills when photographing products for online sale.
• Successfully transfers final print images to the shared drive keeping it organized maintaining departmental archival standards.
• Proactive problem solving, both technically and creatively, with constant dedication to process improvement.
• Can excel and thrive in a warehouse studio environment that has a high-volume workflow.
• Ability to work as a team as well as independent of others.
• Able to follow direction and carryout/complete specific tasks as assigned.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Helps train any new or temporary personnel that may help fill in for this position.
• Helps file and completes various paperwork related tasks for the entire department including general administrative duties (e.g., filing, data entry, etc.) as assigned.
• Keeps track and records various departmental production goals reporting to team leads/management on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Operates various departmental related machinery, tools and equipment safely and properly.
• Operates and navigates various online programs, websites and email programs.
• Uses company computers, computer related equipment, email and websites for work related purposes only and adheres to the all company policies (i.e., core values and codes of conduct/ethics policy) when using company computers/equipment.
• Promotes and demonstrate cooperation and teamwork. Assist and share knowledge with other employees as needed. Use good interpersonal skills such as courtesy, respect, sensitivity, politeness and thoughtfulness.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. May be required to work in other areas of the operations department as needed.
• Reports accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; completes all assigned safety training and certifications.
• Safeguards company property, including donated goods. Report any incidents of theft or unauthorized possession of company property to the Loss Prevention Department, HR or supervisor immediately.
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
• Serves as a role model to all staff by following all company policies and procedures, maintaining good attendance, abiding by all safety rules, participate in safety drills and cooperate with all staff.

Qualifications
Skills & Abilities:

• Education & Experience: Associates Degree (ND/HND/Bachelor's Degree in any field) or one+ years related experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Strong knowledge of computer and computer related equipment/software for both Mac and PC. Ability to learn/operate various computer/online systems including inventory/order control programs, MS Office Suite – Word and Excel programs, email programs, etc.
• Equipment: Must be able to operate various computer controlled, job specific equipment including digital SLR cameras, lenses, various photo programs, lighting equipment, use of shared drives, proper computer settings and photo size/quality for optimal showcasing of items, proper use of backdrops, etc.

Our Offer

• An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders for our future internet ventures
• A unique experience in launching and scaling new internet concepts within Nigeria
• Becoming a part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around Nigeria
• A unique experience at working with the best brains and sharpest minds within Nigeria

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2016

Note: NYSC Corp members could be considered.