Manager, Photography (DET)

Summary:

Disney Entertainment Television is looking for a skilled Photo Manager who will plan and organize gallery photography shoots for television series, specials, pilots and events such as press tours, awards shows, public activations, etc.  This person will work hand-in-hand with creative groups to deliver the highest quality photography in the most cost-effective, efficient and timely manner, planning all logistics from start to finish. We are looking for a smart, detail-oriented team player with flair, who embraces all tasks, big and small, to ensure success across all projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and produce gallery photography shoots for advertising, marketing, publicity and corporate campaigns.

• Partner with marketing teams and show publicists to ensure consistent messaging across formats and media outlets.

• Collaborate with all other internal groups to manage project work under tight deadlines.

• Develop working relationships with talent and talent reps (agents, managers and publicists).

• Establish working relationships with show production personnel and external studio contacts.

• Coordinate and manage logistics with studios location scouts, etc.

• Represent Disney in negotiations with vendors (e.g., set designers, caterers, hair, makeup, wardrobe, etc.).

• Manage editing and retouching of images.

• Manage unit coverage, including reading scripts to determine shoot days.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience producing photo shoots.

• Experience creating and managing strict budgets.

• Demonstrate skills at organizing events from beginning to end.

• Strong ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal.

• Aptness to multi-task under pressure, adhere to deadlines and work weekends.

• Willingness to travel domestically and some international.

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Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Graphic Design, Art, Project Management, Creative Producing, Communications or related field of study, or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $94,200.00 to $126,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.