Digital Capture & Asset Specialist

Role Purpose

The Digital Capture & Asset Specialist supports photography production across multiple photo studios in a fast-paced, high-volume digital studio environment. This role manages the creation, organization, trafficking, and cataloging of photography assets for both digital and print channels, ensuring efficient day-to-day studio operations.

• Support photographers during studio and on-location shoots with digital capture, lighting, and grip setup.
• Provide technical support for photography equipment, capture software, and digital workflows.
• Assist in photographing hardline products, soft goods/apparel, people, and product-on-figure.
• Assist with set building and set assembly as needed.
• Review shoot specifications, instructions, and documentation with photographers prior to production.

• Maintain accurate file naming conventions and metadata standards.
• Manage file workflows during pre‑and post‑production for both in‑house and external shoots.
• Ensure photography assets are properly organized, cataloged, and delivered for digital and print usage.

• Maintain studio equipment, inventory, and technical standards.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to ensure smooth production operations.
• Review equipment needs with photographers and ensure readiness for upcoming shoots.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully functional studio environment.

• Maintain and develop automation scripts or workflow tools to improve production efficiency.
• Review studio workflows with photographers and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the studio.

• Work closely with the Producers, Photographers, and Stylists to ensure production timelines and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with the Producer to stay aligned on studio schedules and production priorities.
• Manage and quality check assets in coordination with Post‑Production to avoid delays of final deliverables.

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a Digital Technician, Photography Assistant, or similar role in a commercial photography studio environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial photography workflows, including digital capture, lighting setups, and studio production.
• Experience with capture software (e.g., Capture One, Lightroom, or similar).
• Knowledge of file management, asset organization, and naming conventions for high‑volume photography production.
• Hands‑on experience with still life photography.
• Ability to troubleshoot photography equipment, lighting setups, and digital capture systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Experience with digital asset management systems (DAM) and production tools is a plus.

• Health & Well‑being – Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
• Associate Discount – We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
• Summer Fridays – In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
• Community Impact – We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
• Winter Break – In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full‑time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Note:

Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.

Salary Range: $64,200.00 – $79,600.00

JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.