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Join a Unique Bay Area Business For over 30 years, Fine Estate has helped clients buy and sell exceptional art, antiques, jewelry, furniture, and historical objects throughout the Bay Area. From rare paintings and fine jewelry to centuries-old collectibles, you'll have the opportunity to photograph remarkable pieces while working alongside experienced professionals in a fascinating industry. We're looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Auction Photographer to capture our auction and gallery inventory. This is an excellent opportunity to build a strong portfolio while producing high-quality images of one-of-a-kind objects that go on to sell to collectors and buyers across the globe. We're looking for someone with a sharp eye for detail, strong technical skills, and pride in producing polished, professional images. What You'll Do Photograph a high volume of items for ecommerce listings, ensuring consistent quality and image accuracy Produce photography for advertising, marketing, and promotional materials Shoot using Canon camera systems and standard studio lighting setups Edit and retouch a high volume of images to meet brand and platform standards Maintain organized files and manage a fast-moving photo workflow Coordinate with team members to prioritize and schedule shoots and deadlines Handle valuable and delicate items with care during setup and staging Utilize MacOS and Windows Learn and utilize AI tools to improve photo editing and workflow efficiency What We're Looking For Strong photography and photo-editing skills (Lightroom, Photoshop) Experience with Canon cameras and studio lighting Ability to produce high-quality, consistent images at volume and pace Excellent attention to detail and a good eye for lighting, composition, and color accuracy Video or advertising reel experience is a plus Comfortable using computers and learning new technology Experience with Google Workspace a plus Interest in art, antiques, design, history, jewelry, and collectibles Dependable, positive, and eager to learn Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds Schedule Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM No evenings or Saturdays One Sunday 10AM - 4PM per month is required to assist with our live auction Compensation & Benefits $30-$36 per hour, DOE Paid training Kaiser health insurance available Five paid holidays Five paid sick days Two weeks paid vacation Employee commission opportunities through both our auction and retail consignment businesses Long-term opportunities for growth within an established company Why Fine Estate Inc.? This is a chance to bring your photography skills to work that isn't behind a desk. You'll help bring remarkable collections to market, capture pieces most people only see in museums or private collections, and see your work directly drive sales. If you have a sharp eye, strong technical skills, and enjoy the challenge of making every piece look its best, we'd love to see your portfolio. Fine Estate Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every team member is valued. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Please send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (photo and video/reel samples welcome) to. No phone calls or walk-ins.

Pay:

$30.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person