Photographer Shooter

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music everything we do we are committed to artistry innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music music publishing merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters and we produce distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Famehouse a division of UMG is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music defining & delivering the industrys best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly Fame House powers eCommerce for UMGs labels artists and Bravado along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration both withinFH and with our partners. We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists providing a full service solution to grow an artists owned business including strategy creative storefront merchandising fulfillment customer service technology and more.

How we LEAD:

Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists its a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans its another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent.

The Photographer / Shooter is a senior capture specialist responsible for delivering world-class photographic content across e-commerce editorial and campaign environments. Embedded within the Content Production team this role leads high-quality image capture while supporting multi-format productions that may include video and live components.

This role combines strong aesthetic sensibility with technical mastery. While photography is the primary focus the Photographer / Shooter is also capable of operating professional video camera systems in multi-camera environments when required. Working closely with Creative Directors Producers Directors of Photography and Post Production this role ensures that all captured content meets the highest creative and technical standards.

This is a hands-on role for a visual storyteller who understands both product precision and artist-driven creative expressionand who thrives in a high-volume high-expectation production environment.

How Youll CREATE

• Lead photographic capture across e-commerce product shoots editorial campaigns and marketing content.
• Execute lighting and composition setups that align with creative direction and brand intent.
• Collaborate with Creative Directors and Producers to translate campaign concepts into compelling visual outputs.
• Operate professional camera systems for both still and motion capture when multi-cam or hybrid productions require additional operators.
• Support Directors of Photography during larger-scale video shoots as a secondary operator when needed.
• Maintain consistent visual standards across lighting framing color and technical execution.
• Partner with Grip & Equipment and Studio teams to ensure stage readiness and efficient shoot execution.
• Review captures in real time to ensure quality exposure accuracy and alignment with creative expectations.
• Contribute to evolving lighting approaches capture techniques and workflow improvements.
• Maintain organized file structures and coordinate clean handoffs to Post Production.

Bring your VIBE

• 812 years of professional photography experience within commercial e-commerce fashion music or editorial environments.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating product precision and creative storytelling.
• Deep knowledge of professional lighting systems modifiers and camera equipment.
• Experience operating professional cinema cameras in video or multi-camera production environments.
• Comfortable working alongside Directors of Photography on larger-scale shoots.
• Strong understanding of color composition and brand-led visual storytelling.
• Ability to thrive in both high-volume e-commerce environments and bespoke creative shoots.
• Calm decisive presence on set with strong collaboration skills.
• Experience within music fashion or artist-driven campaigns strongly preferred.

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include as applicable the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education attained certifications or other professional licenses held and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.