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Entry-Level Photographer

Salary £28,000 per annum
Hours 40 hours per week
Location London
Closing Date 28 November 2025
Position Type Full Time
Advert expires on 28 November 2025

Main Duties

This role requires a skilled photographer and retoucher to join our e-commerce studio. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring all product is photographed and retouched to a high standard and to our guidelines. Must be available to work on weekends as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Photograph still life e-commerce images according to DSM guidelines
  • Ensure deadlines are met and delays are communicated
  • Prepare flat lay and still life sets and lighting
  • Deliver high-quality, consistent retouching
  • Cropping and resizing
  • Work with retouching contractors as required
  • Prepare product for photography
  • Flat lay garment styling

Skills and Experience Required

Skills

  • Expert user of digital cameras and lighting equipment
  • Proficient in Photoshop and Capture One
  • File organisation and naming techniques
  • Previous entry-level industry experience in product photography and retouching
  • A strong commercial photography portfolio that demonstrates excellent command of photography, lighting and retouching techniques
  • Ability to draw and read lighting diagrams to achieve consistent results
  • Highly organised and able to prioritise workloads

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.