Photography Administrator

At Lifetouch (part of the Shutterfly family of brands), we believe there is extraordinary power in the self-expression. Built on the tradition of “Picture Day”, Lifetouch has captured the unique personalities of children and families for more than 85 years.
What You’ll Do Here:

- Builds an accurate and efficient weekly photography schedule for all jobs and reviews with Photography Manager for final approval.
- Maintains current knowledge and ability to operate all cameras, lenses, accessories, and photographic equipment, in addition to selecting appropriate equipment, based on job and program type.
- Collects and reviews and Picture Day Report Card information. Shares compliments and recognition with Photo Manager to encourage appreciation. Escalates issues or concerns to the Photography Supervisor(s) or Photography Manager(s) as instructed.
- Executes operational and administrative procedures (e.g., supply order forms, equipment return form) properly and accurately, with attention to detail.
- Coordinates all scheduling changes and ensures communication with appropriate personnel including Photography Supervisors and Photographers.
- Performs administrative functions (e.g., gas card distribution and gas log maintenance, ordering supplies, time records follow-up (e.g., missed punches), photography contests) accurately by established deadlines.
- Maintains inventory and records of equipment and supplies (e.g., wardrobe, hand sanitizer, combs, baby wipes).
- Safeguards and properly handling job bags and photography equipment as well as cleans and provides general care for equipment.
- Uses safe work habits including proper lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, squatting, and twisting techniques.
- Demonstrates concern for the safety of all customers and employees by ensuring a clean and safe environment, following safety guidelines, maintaining awareness of children and reporting all safety hazards and injuries/accidents.
- Safeguards all customer, employee and company proprietary and personal information ensuring customer and employee data is kept confidential at all times.

Additional

**Responsibilities**:

- Coordinates schedule to pick up materials at schools related to the Family Approval program.
- Assists with Photographer onboarding.
- Takes initiative to resolve scheduling issues, in an employee and customer-focused manner, as needed.
- Takes photos efficiently, within company standards (including Posing Guidelines and Photography Policies), that meet the customer’s needs and the company’s quality and variety expectations to create a positive picture day experience for customers.
- Completes all required training and skill improvement tasks, as directed by supervisor.
- Performs other projects or miscellaneous duties as requested or assigned.

The Skills You’ll Bring:

- High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
- 2 - 3 years of related photography experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1-year experience in a Photography Team Supervisor/Lead or similar role.
- Experience working with children preferred.
- Demonstrated intermediate to advanced knowledge of photography equipment (e.g., cameras, light stands, light meters, lighting effects, tripods, backdrops)
- Basic computer skills (e.g., navigation, data entry) (specifically Microsoft Excel).
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Detail oriented in the execution and follow-up of work.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and prioritize work.
- Takes initiative.
- Accessibility to reliable insured transportation to reach assigned locations. Vehicle insurance must be current and in compliance with provincial law.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.

Supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce is important to Shutterfly not only because it directly reflects our value of Embracing our Differences, but also because it’s the right thing to do for our business and for our people. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Shutterfly DE&I.