Studio Photographer

Road Runner Sports is looking for a Studio Photographer to join our Creative team. In this role, you will be part of a team of visual storytellers behind our product, lifestyle, and brand content shooting and editing the imagery and video that brings our footwear, apparel, and brand campaigns to life across e-commerce, social media, email, and in-store marketing. From studio product shoots to on-location lifestyle content and brand video, you will own the creative and technical process from concept through final delivery. If you have a sharp eye, strong technical chops behind the camera and in the edit bay, and a genuine passion for visual storytelling, then this role is for you.

About Us:

• Road Runner Sports is proud to have been recognized as the Footwear Retailer of the Year by Footwear Magazine
• Founded in a San Diego garage over 42 years ago
• Road Runner Sports has 50 plus stores across the country, and we are growing!
• Our Values, Mission & Purpose (we call them Our 6 Pillars) are Be Different, Bring the WOW, Build Something Great Together, Get Moving, Stay Active, and Live Healthy

What you'll get to do:

• Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality product photography, ghost mannequin, flat lay, and on-model for our e-commerce platform
• Produce lifestyle and editorial content for web, email, social media, and in-store marketing that brings the Road Runner Sports brand story to life
• Direct and shoot video content including product demos, social reels and shorts, brand storytelling, and event coverage
• Manage every shoot end-to-end — shot planning, lighting setup, talent coordination, and post-production
• Organize and archive all photo and video assets in our DAM system, keeping the library clean, tagged, and easy to use
• Coordinate with merchandising, marketing, and e-commerce teams to plan shoot calendars around launches and seasonal campaigns
• Travel to store locations and events for on-location shoots that capture the energy of our brand in the field

What you'll bring:

• 3+ years of professional photography experience with a strong portfolio spanning product, lifestyle, and studio work
• Professional video experience a plus
• Required: Adobe Bridge, Photoshop, Lightroom
• Preferred: Adobe After Effects, Capture One, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve and/or Final Cut Pro
• Proficiency with professional DSLR/mirrorless camera systems, studio lighting, tethering, and stabilization equipment
• Familiarity with DAM platforms (Widen Collective experience a strong plus) and web file optimization standards
• Drone experience and FAA Part 107 certification a plus
• Comfortable directing talent, managing a set, and adapting to studio and on-location shoot conditions
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Photography, Film, or a related field (or equivalent experience and portfolio)

Your rewards!

• Earn competitive pay
• Contribute to an OUTSTANDING team
• Be the envy of your friends with discounts on ALL the latest gear and footwear
• Enjoy free running and walking events

After acceptance of a potential offer, the successful completion of a background check will be required prior to start date. The offer is contingent upon the information received in this report, and will be carried out in accordance with Local, State, and Federal laws.

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Road Runner Sports is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Road Runner Sports is an e-verify organization and an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

To ensure your application is received as timely as possible, we encourage you to apply directly onto our Road Runner Sports Career page.

As you apply directly on our site, we will be reaching out to you within the next 10 days should your experience and qualifications meet our requirements for this position.

Road Runner Sports is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Road Runner Sports is an e-verify organization and an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.