Photographer

• Compensation: USD 36,000 - USD 45,000 - yearly

Location:

Appleton, WI (M-F onsite)

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We are looking for a detail-oriented and highly motivated Photographer to join the NIQ Brandbank Studio team. This role is responsible for capturing high-quality, print-ready product images at volume while maintaining strict quality standards and agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced studio environment, works effectively both independently and collaboratively, and has a strong understanding of product photography, lighting techniques, image quality standards, and workflow management.

This is a full-time position.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality, print-ready images of grocery and consumer products to support data collection and digital content requirements
• Ensure all product images are clear, accurate, legible, and comply with NIQ Brandbank quality standards
• Maintain high productivity while consistently meeting image quality expectations
• Prioritize workload according to SLAs, internal service KPIs, and business requirements
• Manage daily photography workflow, product organization, and studio shelving systems
• Resolve photography-related queries and issues in a timely manner
• Process urgent and rejected products within established KPIs
• Monitor image quality and minimize rejections through strong attention to detail
• Identify process inefficiencies and propose improvements to enhance studio operations
• Collaborate across studio functions as required to maintain operational productivity during peak periods
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and data confidentiality requirements
• Meet daily image production targets and departmental performance metrics
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient studio environment

Required

• Experience in product photography, commercial photography, studio photography, or related field
• Strong understanding of photography equipment, camera settings, and studio lighting techniques
• Experience working in a high-volume production environment
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team objectives
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn new systems and workflows
• Understanding of data confidentiality and information security principles

Preferred

• Experience photographing FMCG, retail, grocery, packaged goods, or e-commerce products
• Experience working with image quality control processes and production KPIs
• Familiarity with image editing or asset management workflows
• Knowledge of color management, image standards, and print-ready digital assets
• Attention to Detail
• Quality Focus
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Accountability
• Time Management
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $36,000.00-$45,000.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening,…