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Photographer

On-site in Manchester·Added 5 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

N Brown

10 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
On-site, Manchester
Experience
2+ years
Closing date
Apply by Friday 6 November

Skills

The role

We're looking for a talented and creative photographer to join our vibrant in-house e-commerce photography studio at N Brown.

Working across our womenswear and menswear brands, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality model, still life, video and AI-generated content that brings our products to life and inspires our customers.

You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative studio environment, partnering closely with our Brand, Creative, Design, Buying and Marketing teams to deliver aspirational, commercially focused imagery that reflects our brand identities.

With a strong creative eye, excellent technical skills and a passion for fashion photography, you'll help shape our visual storytelling while ensuring every shoot meets our creative standards, production targets and deadlines.

A day in the life of a Photographer at N Brown

  • Report to the Studio Planning & Photography Manager, delivering high-quality, aspirational and on-brand photography across model, still life and video shoots.

  • Provide clear and confident model direction on set, taking ownership of poses, mood and overall photographic style while ensuring key product details are clearly visible.

  • Use your technical expertise in LED and flash lighting, Capture One and Canon camera systems to deliver consistently high-quality imagery.

  • Research, develop and test lighting setups to meet creative briefs, brand standards and production requirements.

  • Deliver shoots to agreed targets and deadlines while meeting or exceeding creative benchmarks.

  • Create high-quality AI-generated modelled fashion assets in line with brand guidelines, creative direction and product accuracy standards.

  • Support the training and development of colleagues and freelancers, sharing expertise in studio setups, photographic techniques, equipment and shoot guidelines.

  • Work collaboratively with studio management and production teams on castings, creative projects, headshots and other ad-hoc photography requirements.

  • Conduct regular reviews of photography, focusing on poses, mood, styling and overall look and feel to continuously improve creative standards.

  • Stay up to date with photography techniques, fashion, social media and industry trends to ensure our imagery remains relevant, competitive and aspirational.

  • Proactively maintain studio equipment, ensuring it remains in excellent working condition and highlighting any replacement requirements.

  • Work closely with studio leads and management to support departmental objectives and deliver the wider studio strategy.

  • Build strong, collaborative relationships across the studio and wider business.

  • Follow the N Brown asset guide and studio handbook to ensure consistency across all photography and content production.

  • Actively participate in training and development opportunities while demonstrating N Brown's values and behaviours.

What skills and experience will you have?

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience as a photographer within a fast-paced, high-volume studio environment producing content across multiple channels.

  • Excellent photography skills and a strong understanding of digital retail and e-commerce content production.

  • Strong technical knowledge of studio lighting, camera equipment, Canon camera systems and Capture One software.

  • Excellent understanding of studio processes, workflows and production requirements.

  • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to direct models and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

  • A proactive, positive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs and embrace new technologies.

  • A strong creative eye, excellent attention to detail and an understanding of fashion and customer trends.

  • The ability to work efficiently under pressure, managing deadlines without compromising creative quality.

  • A collaborative mindset with a willingness to share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute to team development.

  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What happens when you apply to a role at N Brown?

As soon as we receive your application, we'll send you an email to let you know. We always aim to come back to you as soon as possible with an update and we really appreciate you taking the time to apply for a role with us. Good luck!

About N Brown

Industry
Fashion ecommerce and financial services

In their own words

About the company & team

N Brown is a leading UK digital retail platform for clothing, footwear, home and technology, headquartered in Manchester and employing over 1,000 people nationwide. Through our strategic retail brands JD Williams, Jacamo and Simply Be and our unique payments offering, we exist to champion inclusivity and serve the underserved. Our customers are our passion, and we take great pride in delivering products that ensure they can look and feel amazing, without compromising on choice, value and accessibility.

We're committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. Our vision is that by 'By championing inclusion, N Brown will become the UK's most loved and trusted consumer platform, shaping the future of financial empowerment and personal expression'. 'Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are, therefore, at the heart of our culture.

In May 2024 we were delighted to be named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024. We work hard to create a happy and inclusive culture for everyone and we're so proud to have made this list - as voted for by our very own colleagues!

Additional information

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Please know your application is being reviewed by a real human being. We value your interest in joining us and appreciate you taking the time to submit your application.

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