Photography Lead

About the role

Shootday is seeking a Photography Lead to oversee its global network of photographers and videographers. In this senior position you will recruit, vet, onboard and manage talent to ensure every project meets the company’s high visual standards worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain a high‑performing global talent pool of photographers and videographers.
• Recruit, screen and onboard professionals with the right equipment, specialization and portfolio quality.
• Match talent to shoots based on skills, location, availability and project complexity.
• Uphold Shootday’s quality standards by reviewing portfolios, test shoots, ratings and client feedback.
• Collaborate with post‑production teams to guarantee visual consistency and fast turnaround.
• Monitor talent performance, communication and reliability across all regions.
• Stay ahead of trends in equipment, lighting, techniques and production workflows.
• Troubleshoot active projects and ensure smooth execution for clients.
• Support internal teams on multi‑city shoots and high‑value accounts.

Required profile

• Strong background in photography, videography, creative direction or media production.
• Proven experience managing creative teams or large talent networks.
• Excellent eye for visual quality and ability to critique portfolios confidently.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• Fluent in English.

Required skills

• Photography
• Videography
• Creative direction
• Media production
• Professional photography equipment
• Lighting techniques
• Production workflows
• Post‑production processes

What we offer

• Competitive salary paid in USD.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Significant ownership in shaping global quality and talent strategy.
• Long‑term career growth as the company expands into new cities, categories and capabilities.