Manchester City Centre
Office based
Salary £24k- £26k
Our client is seeking a meticulous and enthusiastic Photography Studio Assistant to join their creative studio team. In this role, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our studio and photoshoots, providing essential support to our photographers and ensuring that everything runs without a hitch. Your responsibilities will include setting up equipment, assisting with lighting and set design, and managing props and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a proactive and can-do attitude, and a passion for photography. Experience with studio equipment and photography workflows is a plus, but a willingness to learn and contribute to a dynamic team environment is essential. If you are eager to develop your skills and gain valuable experience in a professional photography setting, we encourage you to apply.
PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO ASSISTANT
Key Responsibilities:
Studio Preparation:
- Set up and maintain the studio environment, including lighting equipment, backdrops, props, and other studio accessories.
- Assist with the procurement of props for photo shoots, including sourcing, ordering, and returning items as needed.
- Prepare equipment for photo shoots, ensuring everything is clean, organised, and in good working order.
- Assist with the construction and dismantling of sets.
Photo Shoot Support:
- Assist the photographer during photo shoots, including moving equipment, adjusting lighting, and retrieving props.
- Act as a stylist’s assistant, helping with garment changes, steaming clothes, and maintaining the set’s overall look.
- Assist with model direction and coordination as needed.
- Liaise with model agencies to book models for photo shoots.
- Assist with the booking of locations for on-location shoots.
- Assist with the booking and coordination of accommodation for models (if required).
Post-Production Support:
- Assist with basic image editing tasks, such as colour correction, cropping, and resizing.
- Prepare images for delivery to clients.
- Maintain accurate records of photo shoots and equipment.
General Studio Maintenance:
- Keep the studio clean, organised, and well-maintained.
- Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance.
- Run errands as needed.
What you’ll need to succeed as a Studio Assistant
- Highly motivated, reliable, and eager to learn.
- Meticulous and precise in all tasks.
- Ability to lift and move equipment, stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Basic understanding of photography principles and techniques.
- Ability to communicate effectively with models, agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
- Knowledge of various lighting techniques and equipment (e.g., strobes, continuous lighting).
- Basic experience with image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom.
- Basic knowledge of fashion styling principles.
- Prior experience working with models, stylists, or in a fashion-related environment.
In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:
- 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- Staff discount
- Quarterly social events (Employee Appreciation Day etc.)
- Company pension scheme
- Personal development opportunities to learn and grow at work.