Part Time Guitar Photographer

Job Requirements

Sweetwater, the nations #1 online retailer of musical instruments and pro audio gear, is looking for a part-time Photographer to join our Product Photography team. This position requires a knowledge of DSLR cameras. Adobe Photoshop experience is a plus but not required. A typical shift will be Monday - Friday and include photographing dozens of guitars for our website and catalog. Our ideal candidate has an understanding of (and preferably experience with) strobe lighting and will have prior experience photographing all types of products in different environments.

We have the below available Monday - Friday time slots open for this role:

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Responsibilities

Responsible for photographing various musical equipment and instruments coming through the Guitar GalleryResponsible for setting up proper lighting equipment to capture the perfect image of our equipmentResponsible for collaborating with and communicating with assistants on photography needsWorking on a team of individuals to accomplish all goals

Job Qualifications

Prior experience with lighting equipmentKnowledge and understanding of DSLR camerasThe ability to thrive in a fast-paced environmentExcellent multitasking skillsFlexible schedule and evening availabilityBeing a team player with a positive attitudeMust have the ability to work independently with little supervisionA sharp mind with problem solving capabilitiesA love for music and the product Sweetwater sells is a bonusPhysical stamina for constant kneeling, bending, crouching, and lifting required for long periods of time while shootingInterested candidates must submit a resume and portfolio of completed work with the application.

Bonus Qualifications

Any experience with commercial or product photography is a big plus, ESPECIALLY with musical equipment.

Sweetwater “Ideal” Team-Player

WOWs The Customer – You possess a deep passion and desire for creating amazing customer & colleague experiencesGet Things Done – You have a great work ethic and move through tasks with a sense of urgencyObsesses over the Details – You are committed to paying attention to the detailsDrives Continuous Improvement – You are always focusing on effective and efficient work and ways to get betterDevelop the Future – You are committed to the pursuit of growing personally & professionally and have a focus on bringing your colleagues along in that journey

We function best as a unified team, so relocation to our state-of-the-art campus in Fort Wayne, IN is required. Interested and qualified candidates, please apply. We look forward to exploring your #FullTimeDream with Sweetwater!

Sweetwater’s culture is one that is built on the creation and celebration of music, which unifies people from all walks of life. Our individual differences make Sweetwater stronger as a company and a better place to work. Having a truly diverse workforce allows us the opportunity to collectively respect, learn and grow from each unique perspective and experience. We have welcomed thousands of employees and families who have joined the Sweetwater team from all over the nation and the world, and we welcome you, too, to find out why we consider a career at Sweetwater the full-time dream.