Sr. Producer, Photo - Williams Sonoma

About the Williams Sonoma Photography Team

You will be part of the Photography team at Williams Sonoma, working in our photo studios in Richmond, CA and on location for photography, and occasionally our brand headquarters in San Francisco, CA. Our team creates photography and video assets to build brand awareness and engagement, amplify brand storytelling, create compelling and innovative content, and build strategic partnerships for the Williams Sonoma Home brand.

Overview of the Senior Photo Producer role

The Senior Photo Producer will manage the production of photography for digital, print and social channels for WSH and WS cooks as needed. The producer is a key partner to the creative director, AD, and merchant team - from pagination through handoff of files to post-production.

General Responsibilities:

• Lead communication to merchants and producers of photo milestones and timelines for project management.
• Work proactively prior to each seasonal photo shoot with merchant team, producers and Merchandise Coordinators to ensure all seasonal props and studios are edited and organized for creative teams.
• Partner with Creative Directors/Art Directors to standardize and document processes and procedures on set for both Producers and Merch Coordinators.
• Maintain seasonal photo schedule and timelines with input from Creative Directors/Art Directors. Act as the key point person with cross functional partners on all things relating to Seasonal photo shoots and seasonal planning. Producer is involved in the overall timeline from concept to market.
• Suggest and troubleshoot schedule changes based on sample eta, and any unexpected issues that might arise pre-season and throughout the seasonal photo shoot. Work with Creative Directors to ensure any changes are approved and communicated to teams to keep production flowing.

• Manage Merchandise Coordinators - both staff MCs and freelance. Both hiring as well as assigning and managing daily tasks of freelance MCs. Lead and train new producers and MCs, ensuring effective team performance and proper resource allocation.

• Oversee studio and equipment management, including inventory, rentals, and logistics.
• Implement process improvements to enhance overall workflow efficiency

Pre-Production Responsibilities:

• Scheduling Personnel: Book MCs for prep, shoot, and post shoot phases.
• Manage all Pre-Production Calls and rent equipment for photographers and Digitechs, stylists.
• Arrange all Permits & Parking Travel Arrangements
• Location Scouting: collaborate with the Art Director on scouting locations for furniture shoots, ensuring suitability., tracking location details such as rates, special requirements, and potential production challenges

• Lead weekly meetings with Home Merchants to discuss sample timing and address any issues. Maintain and update the visual pagination deck in collaboration with the Home team and AD.

• Manage sample eta process in partnership with merchants to understand when products are available to shoot. Request, verify, and track samples before the shoot. Oversee sample check-ins and assembly. Supervise the organization, labeling, and packing of samples for photoshoots.

On-set Responsibilities:

• Manage daily schedules and ensure timely execution of the photoshoot plan.
• Open location and be point of contact for homeowner or site rep.
• Communicate shot list to crew daily.
• Supervise MCs on set, ensuring clarity around the agenda and tasks.
• Address any on-set issues, homeowner requests, or damage.
• Oversee catering and craft services for the shoot.
• Ensure that entire crew has what they need to execute vision successfully.

We're excited about you because...

• Work well under pressure
• Highly detailed oriented
• Passionate about both photography and video
• Negotiation and budget management skills
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently, and proactively
• Self-starter and independent worker that can multi-task
• Work with and foster relationships with cross-functional partners
• Previous people management experience preferred

Our Culture & Values

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands

• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

• Tax-free commuter benefits

• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

• Resources for self-development

• Advisor (Mentor) program

• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $115,000 - $125,000 annually. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.