Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Studio Manager Wanted - Nicole Thomas Photography



Busy boutique portrait/photo studio is seeking a happy, motivated, highly-organized, upbeat, and super detail-oriented individual to manage our studio and staff and clients.
Do you love and appreciate photography, portraiture?
Do you have a knack for sales, a charming disposition, and a high energy level?
Do you have a way with words, both written and verbal?

Are you a creative thinker with the ability to balance details with the big picture?
Are you organized and able to keep others organized?

Can you prioritize tasks and get things done?
PLEASE INQUIRE IF YOU:
-Have a great attitude and a likable personality.
-Have an ability to read situations and connect with any and all types of people.
-Have an ability to motivate and manage people in a positive way.

-Have integrity and consistent follow-through.

-Are a quick learner.
-Are a self-managing, innovative thinker, creative person with impeccable organizational skills.
POSITIONS RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
-Lead and management staff, independent contractors, vendors etc.
-Scheduling client shoots and ordering sessions

-Conducting and managing sales of photography and frames
-Basic billing and invoicing
-Answering phones, email and client interaction and follow up

-Social media postings
-Direct clients, helping them make decisions about the right type of photo session, and working with them to choose how to display their images.
-Supervise the work of all retouchers on the team. Eventually, working closely to mentor them and develop their skills.
-Album and frame wall layout, design, sales
-A keen sense of design is essential as there is a bit of design in everything

-Overall organization and improvement of systems

TECHNICAL/COMPUTER SKILLS
-Mac user with medium to high level of experience
-Knowledge and basic understanding of MS Office Suite & Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop
-File Maker and ProSelect knowledge would be great, but it's not critical that you know them before you start.

IDEAL APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS
-Knowledge of applications that contribute to workflow
-Business Management / Office Management or Assistance Experience a plus

SUPERVISION & MANAGERIAL DUTIES
-Communicates expectations related to photographic quality and customer service
-Responsible for overseeing the coordination of the overall client photography experience
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
-High school diploma required; college degree in Visual Arts, Marketing, Graphic Design or equivalent a plus
-Sales experience preferred
-Strong project management, time management and organizational skills a must
TRAVEL/SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
-Full time, typically Monday-Friday, Aprox one Saturday and two evenings per month is required.
-Must be willing and able to work slightly varied hours to meet deadlines, particularly during our busy season (September – December) or as needed.
COMPENSATION
Compensation based on experience and skill level. For consideration, please submit salary requirements and cover letter to info@nicolethomas.com 

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