About the RoleThis collaborative position works closely with the Photo Studio team and Director of Photo Production to successfully and seamlessly manage overall production scheduling for the Gap Inc. In-House Photo Studio. This includes coordinating studio space (internal and location), as well as coordinating & booking set crews and overseeing the on-set team synergy. This role works with the Direction of Production to ensure the Photo Studio is functioning within strict production budget guidelines.
What You'll Do- Manage and schedule photography booking requests for all Gap Inc. brands, encompassing marketing photography and product page photography; execute and define all shoot bookings and scheduling priorities to optimize studio space and allow for an efficient workflow.
- Execute studio production within financial parameters and budget guidelines.
- Offer creative solutions to space, monetary, and talent challenges; recommend process changes and influence overall studio production workflow.
- Manage talent hold schedules and shoot confirmations, utilizing Photo Studio workflow tools. Recommend tool improvements or process changes as necessary. Offer creative solutions to assist with holds, scheduling and bookings.
- Design & curate photo teams to best support Creative and Brand needs.
- Assist Director in sourcing Creative studio talent to include: Photographers and Photo Assistants, Art Directors, Digital Techs, Hair and Makeup artists, Stylists and Assistant Stylists.
- Partners with Account Managers and other studio Managers to oversee output and performance of teams.Strong skills mandatory pertaining to creative contracts, location agreements, and crew costs.
- Oversee studio catering program.Partner with catering companies. Coordinate and manage all food deliveries as well as source new studio caterers.
- Responsible for all forecasting and budget maintenance for all photo shoots including invoicing and payment of freelance talent.
Who You Are- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Strong organizational skills with extreme attention to detail
- Strong sense of urgency
- Strong negotiation skills with both internal and external partners
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environmentAbility to think strategically and work collaboratively with multiple teams Experience working in a production environment (creative background a plus)
- Ability to forecast and manage to a strict budget
