Asset Production Coordinator

Williams-Sonoma•Richmond, VA

9d•$27 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

In the Coordinator, Ecom Asset Production role, you will plan Ecom PIP photography from start to finish. You will act as liaison between Merchant, Asset, Retouching and Internet Creative Teams to ensure shot lists are vetted, sample and photo issues are mitigated, and seasonal project deadlines are met. You will partner with Sr. Studio Manager to schedule Ecom exclusive photo shoots, book creative talent while adhering to the fiscal budget. You will also work closely alongside the Assistant Photo Manager to update sample data in our cloud-based asset management application and help resolve any sample issues. You’re excited about this opportunity because you will... · Work in a collaborative, creative environment · Lead Ecom PIP seasonal photography from start to finish · Partner with the Sr. Studio Manager, Photo Manager, and Creative VP to build seasonal and annual photo schedules; maintain the seasonal Ecom PIP schedule and talent grid

Requirements

2–4 years of related experience; knowledge of photo studios and digital workflows preferred
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent scheduling abilities with the capacity to multitask and maintain strong attention to detail
Effective communicator with both internal and external teams
Experience collaborating with creative teams and production staff
Proficient in Excel
Proficient with macOS
Experience with Airtable

Nice To Haves

Experience with EDAM and Capture Fox systems a plus
Familiarity with Abobe Creative Suite (Bridge, Photoshop also a plus)
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
Ability to type on a keyboard and operate a Mac
Ability to converse over a telephone
Ability to work in office and perform in corporate environment
Ability to lift 20lbs

Responsibilities

Prepare, schedule, and lead pre-production meetings; capture product-specific direction and shot callouts; distribute detailed recaps
Book freelance photographers and stylists based on best fit for subject matter; manage confirmations, cancellations, and schedule changes
Ingest seasonal and daily updates into the photo management tracking system
Create and share shot lists for select departments, including image file naming as needed
Partner with the Assistant Photo Manager to track down missing or late samples
Monitor Catalog/Upper Level shot lists to identify efficiencies; request PIP images be captured simultaneously when possible; update Capture Fox when Ecom PIP images are completed
Manage late add requests and missing image reports; proactively troubleshoot and resolve outstanding issues
Partner with the in-house Retouching Team to ensure on time image delivery
Occasionally assist with sample ordering and on-set production as needed
Support updates and maintenance of WS and WSH photography style guides
Ensure the best online customer experience by auditing website categories for clean-up needs or reshoot opportunities
Track and report seasonal PIP shot counts, special projects, and reshoots
Ability to work full-time onsite at the Richmond Photo Studios

Benefits

A generous discount on all Williams Sonoma Inc. brands through multiple shopping channels
A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
Paid vacations, holidays and other time-off programs
Health benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care tax-free spending accounts; medical, family and bereavement leave; same-sex domestic partner benefits; short- and long-term disability programs; life and travel insurance; an employee assistance program
Tax-free commuter benefits
A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health
In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
Location specific sample sales
A business casual work environment
San Francisco based bike share program
Time off to volunteer
Matching donations to qualifying nonprofit organizations
Company-sponsored community involvement
Various discounts on local businesses