Senior Photographer, Global Content Factory

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

The Senior Photographer, Global Content Factory is a key member of the Global Content Factory Creative team responsible for leading photography within the studio for all product and marketing deliverables-including footwear, on-model apparel, and campaign initiatives. This role is essential in upholding New Balance's visual identity by ensuring all product imagery meets the highest quality standards.

Focused on elevating our brand's visual storytelling, the Senior Photographer supports a team of photographers and collaborates closely with stylists, DigiTechs, retouchers, art directors, and lighting teams. This position reports directly to the Creative Manager, Global Content Factory, and is required to be in studio five days a week.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead photography and lighting direction for all marketing campaign captures
• Support and mentor a team of photographers, offering guidance on creative execution, workflow efficiency, and skill development
• Assist the Creative Manager in curating weekly schedules for the photography team and aligning responsibilities based on project needs
• Serve as the primary point of contact for upcoming projects-sharing briefs and Asana shot lists, answering photography-related questions, and preparing teams accordingly
• Take lead on all marketing shoots, PDP apparel sets with new models, and athlete/ambassador sessions
• Conduct bi-weekly 1:1s with photographers to review workload, set goals, and identify ways to improve creative output and process
• Ensure photographers begin shoots on time and maintain a consistent, high-performing workflow
• Collaborate with the Creative Manager to develop photography-driven concepts for marketing briefs
• Assist with PDP footwear shoots and ensure timely review of all captured assets
• Maintain and update photography processes and documentation to ensure consistency and alignment with brand standards
• Organize and oversee prop, set, and background inventory
• Partner with Global Content Factory Operations to manage studio equipment needs, including ordering gear and ensuring all tools are available for upcoming shoots

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• 5-7 years of product photography experience, with a strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical range
• Expert knowledge of studio lighting, camera systems, and advanced photography techniques
• Minimum of 4 years working in a corporate studio environment, with an understanding of high-volume workflows and brand-aligned standards
• Proficiency in Capture One and Adobe Photoshop
• E-commerce or retail photography experience preferred
• Ability to adapt between fast-moving daily shoots and more extensive campaign productions
• Passion for quality, innovation, and over-delivering on creative output
• Proactive in suggesting ideas and solutions that elevate the final deliverables
• Required to be in studio five days a week

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.