Senior Manager, Creative Design - GM Packaging Photography

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Creative Design with a strong focus on product photography direction for packaging and online channels. In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and standardization of product imagery, develop and author photography style guides, and ensure all visuals align with brand standards. The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Firefly, InDesign, and experience with AI image generation tools.

You will collaborate cross-functionally, manage timelines, and drive quality and consistency in all product photography deliverables.

• Product photography direction
• Style guide development
• Adobe Creative Suite
• AI image tools
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Leadership

Role Overview: Oversees creative design production with a primary focus on product photography direction for packaging and online channels. Leads the development, execution, and documentation of photography standards, ensuring all product imagery aligns with brand style guides and supports a consistent, high-quality visual experience across all platforms.

• Product Photography Direction: Lead the planning, art direction, and execution of product photography for packaging and online use.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and creative teams to develop and maintain visual standards for product imagery.
• Oversee photoshoots, providing clear direction to ensure images meet technical and brand requirements.
• Review, select, and approve final images for use in packaging and online listings.

• Photography Style Guide Development: Author and update photography style guides for various brands, ensuring clear standards for lighting, composition, color, and post-production.
• Train and guide internal and external teams on the application of photography style guides.

• Design Production & File Management: Oversee design production, referencing previous source files and maintaining organized, systematic archives.
• Manage timelines, prioritize deliverables, and implement revisions as needed.
• Prepare files for release, evaluate proofs, and provide feedback to production partners.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with packaging, merchandising, and eCommerce teams to ensure product imagery meets business and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to maintain consistency and quality in product photography.

• Leadership & Communication: Supervise and develop associates, fostering a team-based environment and promoting a culture of belonging and continuous learning.
• Communicate photography standards and expectations to internal and external partners.

• Uphold Company Values: Model Walmart’s values of respect, integrity, service, and excellence in all interactions.
• Promote a culture of belonging, and support company policies and ethical standards.

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Firefly, and InDesign.
• Experience with AI tools specific to image generation and enhancement.
• Strong understanding of digital asset management and file archiving best practices.
• Familiarity with current trends in product photography and digital imaging.

• Beyond competitive pay, incentive awards for performance.
• 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, health plans, and more.

Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions, welcoming all people.

Join Walmart and your work could help over 275 million global customers live better every week. We are a company that encourages you to bring your whole self to work and to do the best work of your life.

1700 Se 5th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Note:

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock; benefits details are listed above. Benefits are subject to change and may depend on job classification and length of employment. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.

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