Studio Manager in Sumner, Washington at evo

evo Purpose: To make life better by building community and igniting the adventurous spirit that lives within us all. evo is leading multi-channel retail brand that stands at the intersection of community, commerce, action sports and the outdoor lifestyle. This is personified by a distinctly curated product assortment and a creative approach to crafting highly differentiated customer experiences. We define success differently than most. Balancing our goals of (1) building an iconic brand and business (2) creating an extraordinary place and path for our employees and (3) leveraging our success to give back, helping to empower underprivileged children is paramount to evos success. We have a passion for community, sports and lifestyle, and a collective hunger when it comes to building a great company together.

The Job

The Studio Manager manages and elevates our studio operations. This multifaceted position encompasses various responsibilities, including in-studio product photography, video production, lighting design, project management, and team leadership. This role leads by example, guiding the team and collaborating across departments to deliver high-quality, on-brand studio product content that enhances the customer experience.

The Perks

• 100% paid health dental and vision*
• Paid vacation time*, sick leave, 40 hours volunteer paid time off
• Paid parental leave for birthing & non birthing parents
• Retail quarterly bonus program, profit share program* and long-term compensation program
• 401k matching
• Employee discount and access to pro deals on most the products we sell
• NGEY (New Gear Every Year): a new ski or snowboard setup to use for the season*
• Bike finance program and bike stipend
• Time together outside, volunteer activities, community events, ride days and annual retreat
• Flexible work schedules, remote work for eligible roles, and dog friendly offices
• Career pathing, leadership development, network development, training and performance feedback

Note: Availability of the benefits and perks may be subject to your location, tenure and employment type. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time.

*Benefit not eligible for seasonal employees

The Opportunity

Product Photography and Video Production:

• Execute in-studio product photography, ensuring high-quality visuals.
• Capture and secure optimal audio for instructional videos produced in the studio for our YouTube channel.
• Create and maintain technical lighting schemes for both photo and video shoots.

Studio Operations Management:

• Refine studio best practices and processes.
• Manage studio budget – overseeing spend and budgeting on models, supplies and capital expenses in partnership with leadership.
• Lead and manage a team of photographers and stylists, continuously working to enhance studio service level agreements (SLAs).
• Oversee the sourcing of vendor images from FTP/DAM systems, perform basic edits, and upload them to our internal tools.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration:

• Confidently communicate and coordinate with various departments, including warehouse, buying, design teams, and the entire marketing team.
• Collaborate to create and deliver on-brand studio product content that enriches the overall customer experience.

Project Management:

• Assume the responsibilities of producer, project manager, and art director for functions not explicitly assigned to dedicated roles within our projects.
• Ensure that all project-related tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule.

Team Leadership:

• Manage a team of direct reports, providing guidance, feedback, and resources necessary for their professional growth and success.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Must Haves

• A bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in studio photography and videography.
• Previous experience in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Interest and experience with snowsports and/or mountain biking.
• Adaptability, attention to detail, communication, conflict resolution, critical thinking, multitasking, order processing, problem-solving, product knowledge, project management, research, teamwork, technology use, time management
• Embodies, honors, and lives our core values: The Great 8
• Proficiency in image editing software

Technology

• Proficiency in photography and videography equipment and software.
• Familiarity with digital asset management (DAM) systems.
• Excellent communication skills to confidently coordinate with cross-functional teams.

At evo, we are working to build and nurture a culture where equity, inclusivity, and compassion are inherent to how we operate and evolve. We recognize and value the uniqueness of each individual's experiences and understand the power in the diversity of ideas and opinions. Guided by our values and mission to promote more inclusive outdoor spaces, we are working to develop a team that is equally representative of the community we hope to build.

While there is more work to be done, we are in the process of evolving our toolset. We are committed to providing the space, support, and resources necessary for each individual to feel heard and valued. If you are interested in contributing your unique voice to our journey, we welcome you to apply!

evo is an equal opportunity employer. We believe the participation of individuals of diverse ages, races, religions, cultures, abilities and personalities will add to personal development and organizational success. All employees and potential employees will be recruited, selected, trained, and promoted without regard to sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, marital or military status, age, national origin, color, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, genetic information, gender identity, political ideology, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The base wage for this role ranges from $89,000.00/yr to $95,000.00/yr. Where you land in that range depends on your skills and experience, and we also factor in internal pay equity. While the full range is listed for this role, we rarely hire at the top of the range, leaving room for professional and financial growth in role.

At evo, we continually evolve our pay process and total rewards offerings to ensure pay is fair and easy to understand. While every individual's needs are unique, we are proud to offer a benefits package that has been carefully curated to support both your personal life and professional aspirations.