The Photography Lead is responsible for operating professional camera systems and managing digital workflows for eCommerce and lifestyle photography. Oversees studio equipment including professional lighting systems, digital capture stations, and post-production infrastructure. Maintains strict technical standards for image quality, color accuracy, and file specifications while ensuring consistent output across all product categories for web and marketing use.

• Manages the studio equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting, products/props, keeping it clean, organized, inventoried, and maintained. 
• Partners with Merchandising team for efficient product sample workflows, maintaining organized pull/return protocols and digital tracking. 
• Coordinates studio team for facility maintenance and upgrades. 
• Implements troubleshooting protocols for technical issues including capture systems, network storage, and lighting control interfaces. 
• Research and keep updated with industry trends and developments. 
• Primary focus on the silo photography that supports all initiatives, ensures brand consistency, silo guidelines and image quality control. 
• Process images: crop, clip, color correct, manipulation and resizing. 
• Participates in the growth, future needs and developments for imagery. 
• Provide consistent professional headshots for the corporate office. 
• Applies advanced photographic expertise in lighting, composition, and digital workflow to create compelling imagery aligned with brand standards. 
• Supports on-location photo shoots, maintaining consistent technical standards across studio and field environments. 
• Technical expertise, creativity, and composition skills to be utilized to create images that will ultimately portray Kirkland’s brand and increase sales. 
• Demonstrates a commitment to Kirkland’s Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Proven use of creativity with an eye for product styling, lighting and composition
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines at one time
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
• Detail oriented, flexible, resourceful with a can-do attitude
• Strong organizational skills while paying close attention to details
• Working knowledge of photography equipment and editing software: Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other editing software.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Required: Two-year degree in Digital Photography, Art, or Design Communications or related field and 1+ years’ experience in photography
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs