about the part time studio pro role:

the part time studio pro combines strong creative execution with a focus on collaboration, efficiency, and client satisfaction. It requires a balance of creativity, technical expertise, and strong interpersonal skills, while offering opportunities for growth in both client interaction and team leadership

this is a part time exempt salary position located in Minneapolis that will report directly to the crew lead.

about soona:

our studios give customers a playground for creating their content and our online platform makes it possible for any product company in the world to experience a remote shoot.

an ideal candidate can:

• Consistently produce high-quality e-commerce and lifestyle visuals, ensuring to meet customer expectations and business goals while showcasing attention to detail.
• Ensure that all shoots reflect a high level of creative and technical consistency.
• Work independently or with minimal guidance on set to execute creative concepts.
• Collaborate with the studio team and engage with clients both in-studio and remotely.
• Build trust with clients through clear communication, setting expectations, and delivering results that meet their needs. Leverage your understanding of client input to drive the creative process and deliver successful shoots.
• Utilize strong communication skills to manage relationships and resolve any client concerns.
• Set up and apply various lighting styles to meet the specific needs of each project, ensuring optimal results. Demonstrate knowledge of advanced production techniques and consistently deliver visually compelling work.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, ensure efficient use of time, and maintain organization in a fast-paced environment.
• Uphold a professional demeanor, handling client interactions and any escalations with a calm, solution-oriented approach.
• Support the team with organizing studio workflows, managing multiple projects, and troubleshooting challenges on set.
• Participate in the holistic operation of the studio, including pre-shoot preparation, equipment and prop organization, inventory assistance, and maintaining a clean, orderly workspace. Some lifting is required (up to 30 lbs)
  
  

has experience in:

• 5+ years of full-time professional photography and videography
• 3+ years of customer service

we can offer:

• competitive hourly wage: starting $30/hr (depending on experience)
• up to 30 hours a week (hours may be less based on seasonality and need)
• intentional culture
• really badass headshots

this position comes with a 90-day probationary period, during which both the employee and soona will have the opportunity to assess the fit and performance. this period is standard practice to ensure mutual satisfaction and success in the role. throughout the probationary period, you can expect support, guidance, and constructive feedback. successful completion of the probationary period may lead to permanent employment. we believe in providing a transparent and fair evaluation process to set the stage for a successful long-term partnership.

candidates should:

• share their favorite twitter or instagram feed in their cover letter

our hiring philosophy:

at soona, we look for representation across all intersectionalities of identities, specifically within underrepresented groups. it is these differences that push us towards innovation, curiosity, and success in our business. we believe in providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by laws or regulations in the locations we operate.

this means that timelines of processes may be impacted, depending on our applicant pools.