Automotive Photographer

Description

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Photographer with a proven background photographing vehicle inventory for online sale and merchandising.  This is primarily a vehicle photography position. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing consistent, high-quality images across a high volume of vehicles while following established photography, staging, and inventory processes.  We are specifically looking for someone who understands automotive photography, including vehicle positioning, consistent photo sequences, lighting, reflections, interior and exterior angles, feature photography, and the importance of accurately associating images with the correct vehicle and VIN.  The Automotive Photographer will also be expected to help prepare vehicles for photography and occasionally assist the detailing team when operational needs require it. A willingness to support detailing is important, but photography remains the primary responsibility of this position.

Requirements

Automotive Photography – Primary Responsibility

• Photograph vehicles for online inventory listings using consistent angles, lighting, backgrounds, and presentation standards.
• Capture required exterior, interior, wheel, dashboard, feature, equipment, and condition photos.
• Properly position and stage vehicles to achieve consistent, professional-looking photography.
• Follow established photo sequences and vehicle merchandising standards across all inventory.
• Review photographs for clarity, framing, lighting, reflections, vehicle positioning, and overall presentation before completing each vehicle.
• Accurately associate photographs with the correct vehicle and VIN.
• Utilize smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, and vehicle inventory or merchandising applications as required.
• Manage a daily photography workload while maintaining both productivity and image-quality expectations.
• Recognize when a vehicle is not photo-ready and take appropriate steps to have the vehicle properly prepared.
• Move and stage vehicles to designated photography locations safely and efficiently.
• Maintain an organized photography and vehicle staging area.

Vehicle Preparation & Detailing – Supporting Responsibility

• Assist with vehicle preparation as needed to ensure vehicles are clean and photo-ready.
• Address minor appearance issues that could negatively affect vehicle photography.
• As operational needs require, assist the detailing team with washing, drying, vacuuming, cleaning windows, dressing tires, and other vehicle appearance services.
• Safely use detailing chemicals, equipment, and supplies.
• Help maintain clean and organized vehicle preparation and staging areas.
• Support the detailing operation during periods of increased volume or as needed, with photography remaining the primary responsibility of the role.

Qualifications

• Previous professional automotive vehicle photography experience required.
• Experience photographing inventory in a dealership, used-car operation, automotive auction, reconditioning center, body shop, or automotive merchandising environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to produce consistent, high-quality automotive images in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of vehicle positioning, lighting, reflections, angles, framing, and overall automotive presentation.
• Experience following standardized vehicle photo sequences and inventory processes.
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, and vehicle inventory or merchandising applications.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize when a vehicle is not presentation-ready.
• Ability to work independently, organize a daily workload, and maintain productivity without constant      supervision.
• Willingness to assist with vehicle preparation and detailing when needed.
• Previous automotive detailing or vehicle-preparation experience is a plus, but photography experience is the priority for this role.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to perform physical duties associated with vehicle preparation, including standing, bending, reaching, and working around vehicles for extended periods.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.