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Freelance Photo Merchandise Coordinator
Cornerstone Brands
West Chester, OH, United States
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THE ROLE
The Photo Merchandise Coordinator organizes, coordinates and traffics merchandise samples for photo shoots, both in studio and on location.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate and organize all merchandise samples for photo shoots according to the provided shot list.
• Check condition to ensure samples are suitable for photography; quickly communicate any issues to both the Art Director and Merchant for resolution.
• Receive merchandise from various departments including: inventory, returns, the merchant group and/or sample room; track and communicate late samples and ETA for delivery.
• Prep and pack all merchandise samples, props, and equipment for safe transportation to local and/or out-of-town shoot(s).
• Coordinate samples for the photo studio; deliver samples to assigned area for shooting and promptly return items when completed to maintain shoot productivity.
• Ensure all samples are returned in same condition after shoot wraps.
• Drive and manage rental trucks (or our own truck) to local Cincinnati locations and/or out-of-town locations as assigned.
• Load and unload photo samples and props into truck(s); assist with loading/unloading of photography equipment as necessary.
• Assemble, disassemble and pack items while on location; monitor and communicate any quality issues with products.
• Move homeowner’s furniture and place our larger products on set as directed; replace homeowner’s items as soon as shot is completed (or all shots in room).
• Responsible for ‘rigging’ products as directed by Art Director; partner with Stylist to achieve the desired end result.
• Assist with keeping the studio and photo storage area neat and organized.
• Schedule pick-ups and deliveries with vendors, stylists and/or transportation companies as required.
• Attend Turnover meetings and Product Review meetings to become familiar with products and their functionality.
• Coordinate pulling merchandise for Prepress.
• Partner with Merchant to ensure the timely and proper return of samples to sample room, outlet, RTV, etc.
• Attend photo shoots. Be a team player willing to do what it takes to get the job done!
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel for out-of-town photo shoots up 25-30%.
• Experience driving vans and box trucks preferred.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 75 lbs.
• Self-starter, well organized, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adjust to regular change and be motivated by working with different product categories in various interior and exterior environments.
• Willingness to work additional hours during photo shoots.
• Strong organizational skills; detail-oriented; Must demonstrate proven follow-through skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets
EDUCATION
• High School diploma or GED