Photo Operations Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Sonder

Sonder

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Sonder is revolutionizing hospitality through innovative, tech-powered service and inspiring, thoughtfully designed accommodations combined into one seamlessly managed experience.

Officially launched in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, Sonder is making a world of better stays open to all with a variety of accommodation options — from rooms to suites and apartments — found in more than 30 cities spanning eight countries and three continents.

Sonder's innovative app empowers guests by making self-service features and 24/7 on-the-ground support just a tap away.

From simple self check-in to boutique bathroom amenities, we bring the best of a hotel without any of the formality.

As a Photo Operations Specialist, you'll be responsible for managing digital assets for our global portfolio and ensuring photographs are ready for online visual merchandising.

This position is a 6 month contract with potential for renewal.

AT SONDER YOU WILL:

Manage timelines and due dates for photography projects from start to finish to ensure the project stays on schedule.
Work with partners, including Market Operations and Openings to gather building information prior to photoshoots. Ensure proper photoshoot units are on hold.
Determine correct photography budget tier that aligns with the project scope.
Source pool of global talent of photographers and stylists when needed. Align with Photo Operations Manager & Senior Creative Producer on talent quality.
Curate photographs on all online travel agencies to ensure high quality visual merchandising. Complete quality checks to ensure that listings are properly merchandised.
Work with city teams to ensure Sonder photos meet standards and support visual merchandising goals. Request reshoots as needed.
Protect Photo Team brand standards by upholding the quality and quantity of Sonder photography. Ensure SLAs and turnaround times are met from external partners, and delegate tasks to Project Administrator when needed.
Manage and oversee photo acquisition for early listed properties. Work with the Project Administrator to ensure photos are high quality by organizing and sending images to be retouched.
Socialize and train new markets on Photo Team workflows and requirements.
Manage organizational file system on Drive to ensure all documents are regularly organized and updated.
Assist Project Administrator with city requests and/or questions.
Complete Styling reviews when necessary.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

Bachelor's degree in photography, communications, marketing, or related experience
Minimum 2 years of postgrad professional experience in related field
Proficient in Photoshop and Lightroom
Foundational knowledge of photography equipment and technical standards
You're super organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
You're a team player with exceptional communication skills
You're able to work in a fastpaced, startup environment that challenges the status quo
You're someone who takes initiative and isn't afraid to lead
Collaborative, teamfirst mindset; you have a great sense of humor, humility, and positive spirit
Nicetohaves: Startup experience, asset management experience, interiors or lifestyle photography experience, operations experience

LI-REMOTE

We also have great benefits to make your life easier so you can focus on what you're best at:

Competitive compensation
Generous stock plan
Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)
Flexible vacation
Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders
A company with a huge vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, ambitious and fun to workwith colleagues
Workplace flexibility for remote positions #ABetterWaytoWork

**We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or other protected classes.