THE ROLE
We are looking for a hardworking and ambitious Product Photographer & Videographer to create and maintain the industry-leading visual assets that bring our editions to life.
Based full-time in our Amsterdam warehouse, you will be responsible for capturing and editing high-quality product photography and video for every release, while helping to continuously improve our in-house studio and production processes.
This is a full-time role, initially offered as a freelance contract to the end of this year (Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm), with the opportunity to become a permanent position in 2027 as the business grows.
Fluent written and spoken English is required. Basic Dutch is a plus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Photography & Videography
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Lead all in-house product photography and videography for new releases.
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Capture additional warehouse content, including behind-the-scenes moments, artist signings and other ad hoc shoots.
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Carry out occasional on-location shoots within the Amsterdam area.
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Source props and styling materials where required.
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Use AI tools to create and enhance additional visual assets for each release.
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Keep track of artworks arriving at the warehouse to ensure they are ready for photography.
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Support the Senior Creative Operations Lead with ad hoc creative requests.
Post-Production
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Edit all product photography and video to Avant Arte's visual and technical standards.
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Produce additional image and video assets as required by the Content team.
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Create framed composite images for each edition.
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Ensure all edition imagery is carefully colour matched to accurately represent the artwork across all assets.
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Ensure in-situ imagery accurately reflects the scale and proportions of each artwork.
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Edit and colour-match photography and video received from our global network of photographers to ensure consistency with Avant Arte's asset specifications.
Asset Management
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Own the organisation, upload and archiving of all photography and video assets.
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Build and maintain the master archive of high-resolution image and video files.
Studio Development
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Research and recommend new equipment to improve the in-house studio.
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Maintain equipment inventory, warranties and maintenance records.
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Carry out regular equipment checks to ensure everything is in excellent working order.
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Support the Senior Creative Operations Lead in maintaining a network of freelance photographers and videographers.
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Continuously identify opportunities to improve and streamline photography and videography workflows.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS
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Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
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Strong proficiency in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop and Capture One.
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Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
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Experience using AI tools to enhance photography and create short-form video content.
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Experience working in a fast-paced studio or production environment.
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Experience in e-commerce product photography.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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The ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines.
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A proactive mindset with a willingness to improve processes and take ownership of the studio environment.
To work as a freelancer you will need to have a KvK number.
