At rue21, we believe fashion should be fun and accessible to all. As a leading specialty retailer, we’re different, we’re unique—just like you. rue21 combines a shopping experience designed to fit the individuality of our customers with a community to foster love, advocate change and empower each other through what we wear and what we do. Join our team and be #YOUinrue.

LIVING OUR VALUES:

Inclusivity: rue21 embraces all of you. We promote individuality and celebrate our differences. All are accepted, respected and welcome. Integrity: We own our words, our actions, and our results. We set our standard high by thinking big. It matters how we show up and how we play the game. Collaboration: Together we are rue21. We listen and support each other and achieve our collective goals together. Curiosity: We don’t ask why, we ask why not? We are agile and are driven by new ideas and original thinking. We are passionate and believe anything is possible. Community: Our power is our people; our community of customers, associates and partners. We care, we connect, we listen and we deliver.

The eComm Junior Photographer will be responsible for primarily shooting product on figure for our ecommerce site by following company set lighting, posing and cropping standards and working directly with stylists, photographers and management. This role is fast paced, and deadline based and will require a positive and flexible attitude. This role will be cross trained and required to shoot product on tabletop as needed as well as assist on special project shoots when needed.

• Light, style, compose and photograph ecomm photography + a wide range of retail products both on table-top and on figure to be presented on the rue21 website.
• Maintain quality and consistency of all web-based photography.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and technology issues
• Orchestrate lighting set-ups and make necessary adjustments
• Maintain day-to-day workflow/objectives to ensure tight deadlines are met.
• Work closely with the Sr. Photographer, studio manager; freelance photographers and stylists, as well as the retouching and merchandising teams to accurately represent all products online.
• Maintain proper file naming and image protocol for upload and archiving in Capture One.
• Utilize reference guides for all lighting scenarios and image “match-back” files as needed to ensure image quality and consistency.
• Share responsibility for photo studio workspace and equipment.
• Assist with special projects, as needed, both on- and off-site.
• Responsible for upkeep and care of all studio equipment and supplies

·         Utilize techniques representative of current industry trends and forward- thinking perspective

• Associate Degree of higher in Photography or related field
• Required to provide portfolio
• 1+ year experience in studio based Photography
• Experience with studio lighting and shooting in studios
• Must be proficient on both PC and MAC platform
• Knowledge of digital SLR systems
• Knowledge of Canon cameras & Profoto lighting
• Knowledge and understanding of Capture One
• Sharp eye for product photography and attention to detail
• Prior retail experience preferred
• Retouching skills a plus but not necessary
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams
• Strong, professional and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment, encouraging feedback and innovation
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines
• Ability to adapt well to change in direction and priority in a fast- paced and deadline-oriented environment

Please be aware that the Company requires employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19.  This position will require the successful candidate to show proof that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.  The Company is an equal opportunity employer, and will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.

At rue21 we believe everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. Inclusion is in our DNA, and we embrace each individual’s unique story they have to tell.

Our Benefits include:

• Employee Discount
• Generous PTO Allowance
• Energetic & Innovative Culture
• Casual Dress Code
• 401k Retirement