Art Director - Photo

About us

Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

 About the role

Talbots is looking for a Photo Art Director for a full-time role at our corporate headquarters in Hingham, MA. This position is responsible for the conceptualization, direction, and execution of brand photo shoots for the monthly catalogs, store branding, and digital expression. The Photo Art Director ensures that the brand photography deliverables meet Talbots' high visual standards, as well as the merchandising and marketing objectives.

 

The ideal candidate must have: a passion for photography, fashion, design and visual storytelling; a positive attitude and strong leadership skills to motivate and lead photo crews. 

 

The impact you can have

• Develop and execute creative concepts that are elevated and on brand
• Art direct & lead photo shoots and crew in studio; travel is required
• Quick problem-solving and decision-making while on set
• Meet schedule parameters
• Prepare detailed and comprehensive decks for photo direction, studio set & location art direction, hair & makeup and props, as well as master decks for internal & external teams
• Ability and eye to edit on-brand image captures quickly during photo shoots 
• Collaborate closely with internal teams including Visual Merchandising and Art/Design
• Proficiency in post-production digital mark-ups for retouching and follow-up color proof reviews
• Collaborate with the Sr. Art Director on photo shoot presentations to Execs 
• Create and maintain an image swipe library for inspiration and concept development
• Work directly with set designers for both in studio and on location photo shoots

You’ll bring to the role

• On-figure photo art direction experience is required, with an understanding of lighting and location/studio backgrounds
• College degree and 5 years of experience in retail or fashion creative 
• Ability to articulate creative vision to photo crews
• Proficient in Adobe software: InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat
• Must have strong communication & organizational skills and be detail-oriented
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of the retail and fashion landscape

Benefits

• You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.
• Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.  
• A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities. *  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)* 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays*
• The target salary range for this role is $82,000 - $85,000*
• On-site:  This position works on-site at least 4 days per week consistent with the needs of the business at our Talbots office location in Hingham, MA. 

 

 

*Any job offer will consider factors such your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs are subject to employment type and role.

 

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Location:

Corporate Office-Talbots-Hingham, MA 02043

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.