Manager, Photo Studio

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what’s next.

 
The Role
We are seeking an individual to lead strategic and impactful photography campaigns for our Unscripted and Live programming, driven by creative materials - unit photography, in-stream stills, social, editorial and event photography. The role requires a high level of creativity, an inquisitive and innovative mindset, and a strong project management background. The Netflix Photo Studio specializes in capturing impactful imagery that shapes, enhances and supports our Global marketing, publicity, and product campaigns for our Netflix Original content including series, films, and documentaries.
 
Spearheading the photography capture on set during productions of Netflix Original Unscripted Series and Live events, this role utilizes knowledge of television production and talent and filmmaker relations. A successful candidate is someone who is highly adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity. They have a strong roster and deep relationships with unit, entertainment, editorial, and event photographers across the country. They must have a strong project management background and are able to strategically plan and execute across multiple projects simultaneously. This candidate must be extremely well organized, creative, a succinct communicator, a team player and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They must be self-motivated, possess integrity and able to work autonomously across multiple teams.  The ideal candidate will use sound judgement to make wise decisions, think strategically and drive their colleagues to do the same.

This role will work cross-functionally with the Netflix publicity, marketing, product, and social teams, as well as show production, talent reps, and external photographers and producers throughout the lifecycle of a campaign. A strong knowledge of IATSE 600 rules and regulations is preferred.
 
This job is based in Los Angeles and reports to the Photography Manager - Series.    

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Develop and execute a photography strategy, per project/title, to capture, produce and utilize impactful visual assets to enhance and support the publicity, social, and marketing campaign throughout its lifecycle
• Hire and oversee unit photographers, including schedule review and drive communication with production
• Oversee a slate of projects that includes unscripted series Live programming
• Drive communication with lead campaign publicist, marketing/social teams, showrunners/filmmakers and talent reps
• Produce editorial photography with Netflix talent on certain campaigns
• Assist with the asset management and servicing of photographic material
• Produce gallery and marketing photoshoots
• Oversee retouching of photography.
• Manage talent approvals on all photography when needed
• Oversee photography needs for premieres and events.
• Manage budgets, open internal POs and negotiate rates with third-party vendors.

Skills and Requirements:

• 8+ years experience at a network, studio, or editorial outlet
• Strong roster of unit, entertainment, event, and editorial photographers
• Strategic thought-partner and strong team player
• Experience working on the ground at Live events
• Deadline-oriented with strong time management skills
• Strong eye for producing impactful photo assets
• Experience working with international markets is preferred
• Ability to handle high volume of complex projects and tasks for multiple people and departments simultaneously and manage competing priorities
• Must be able to work independently, make sound decisions, think strategically, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail
• Must possess solid organizational, effective time management and excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with internal and external teams
• Understand and interest in Federal copyright laws, usage licenses and embargoes
• Understand the photography industry
• Strong knowledge in digital file specs & size formats
• Extensive knowledge of Adobe Suite including Photoshop and Pro is preferred
• Versed in Union, SAG, and DGA rules and regulations preferred

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $169,000.00 - $281,000.00.

Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

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Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.