MUC-OFF LTD - POOLE
Job Type: Full-Time
About Muc-Off
Muc-Off was founded in 1994 and are now the leading supplier of specialist cycling cleaning and maintenance products in the UK. Following 5 years of explosive growth the company is expanding fast into the European, Asian and North American markets focusing on its core categories of cycling, motorcycle and Athlete performance products.
Why Muc-Off?
This is a great time to be part of this rapidly growing, truly innovative British business as we embark on new territories and sectors, whilst growing our brand presence across core bicycle and powersports markets. In what is a truly results-driven culture; the rewards and career development opportunities are second to none.
About the role
As the business continues to grow at a fast pace, we have a new position for a Studio Photographer/ Asset Manager who will support our global bicycle & powersports content team, at our Head Office in Poole, Dorset.
The Studio Photographer/ Asset Manager will be responsible for all ecommerce photography and editing, as well as managing all our photography assets. We are looking for a candidate with meticulous attention to detail. Advanced skill and proven background in high end ecommerce photography, to include the use of lighting. High skill level for editing imagery and saving down to a managed asset library.
The Studio Photographer/ Asset Manager will be responsible for all product imagery, from ecommerce/ website assets to updates on product. The management of imagery will also include lifestyle assets shot by our team but also external imagery from Teams/ Athletes. The role will be the direct contact for imagery requests. The ability to manage a library and respond to fast moving requests, will be vital. Ability to edit at speed whilst keeping consistency will be key to the success of the role, managing a large volume of Sku’s and updating regularly. The role will also work closely with the web team to update web assets in real time, as well as auditing the website for product updates and new launches.
Key responsibilities
- Working with the Head of Content and Team as well as the Marketing Team, to deliver on tight deadlines
- Setup a repeatable lighting setup for ecommerce photography in the studio
- High level of image editing
- Asset management and ability to funnel internal and external requests at pace
- Eye for detail
- High end studio photography
- Management of our Asset Account (Box) and Server
- Looking at future tools/ processes to continue to evolve the solutions
- Proactively setting up shoots
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for a driven individual with a real passion for all things bicycle & powersports. You will have a great eye for detail, thrive on tight deadlines and have the experience to grow with an ever evolving and expanding global team.
This role feeds to the whole business, so the candidate needs to have good communication skills. Alongside this they will have exceptional attention to detail. The ability to edit with accuracy and pace and work independently as well as part of a team.
Bringing experience in lighting and studio setup will contribute to the success of the role. Taking ownership of the ecommerce studio, working with the Head of Content to deliver on tight deadlines.
The candidate will need a positive attitude to all tasks and the ability to pivot on jobs when required.
Must-haves
- Highly experienced in the Adobe Creative Suite or similar
- Excellent level of skill in Studio Photography
- Highly skilled camera operator, with a good understanding of kit
- High level of Photo Editing
- Strong Understanding of lighting
- Team Player
- Eye for detail
- Organised and detailed in approach to tasks and planning
- Positive, forward driving approach
- On occasion will be required to work unsocial hours/weekends
- Office Based
Desirable
- 2-5 year’s experience within a studio background
- Passion for all things Bicycle/Powersports
- Evidence of working in a fast-moving environment
What we can offer
- Competitive Salary
- 33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays, increasing with service
- Early finish on a Fridays
- Excellent staff discount on Muc-Off products
- Employee Assistant Programme
- Long Service Rewards
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Pension contributions
- Medicash Health Benefits (on successful completion of probation period)
- Death in Service
- Training and personal development
- Chill out areas, showers and a secure area to store your bike
- An awesome opportunity to work with a local and widely recognised Brand
How to apply
To apply for the role, please email a copy of your CV and portfolio to recruitment@muc-off.com.
Please submit your portfolio when applying
