Photographer

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

The Fisher-Price Photo Studio creates and manages the production of visual assets used for product packaging, vendor e-commerce sites, advertising, internal shows, social media, and other applications that support the Fisher-Price brand. We serve as the internal creative agency for Fisher-Price and our clients include Marketing, the Global Brand Team, Brand Operations, as well as other departments. This is a dynamic group that values creativity, out of the box thinking, and innovation.

The Opportunity:

Mattel is currently seeking a Photographer to join the team in East Aurora, NY. The Photographer is responsible for creating compelling content that highlights Fisher-Price products to be used for product packaging, e-commerce, digital, and advertising purposes. The Photographer will work closely with Art Directors, Producers, Stylists, and Wranglers in our high-volume, fast-paced studios. Responsibilities include creating original photography and motion assets while maintaining brand aesthetic, photography and video equipment maintenance, creative concepting, event and campus photography. This role reports to the Associate Manager, Photo Studio.

What Your Impact Will Be:

• Work with studio staff to photograph products with children for packaging & ecommerce;
• Workwith creative leads to ensure each project is effectively supporting the brand image;
• Collaborate with Creative Studios Designers and Production team to ensure sets and talent are in line with the production request;
• Shoot product demos as needed (Motion);
• Photography and video equipment maintenance;
• Participate in department brainstorm sessions and meetings;
• Assist Lead Photographer on off-site shoots and other large productions;
• Assistin the set up and tear down of studio equipment and lighting fixtures;
• Troubleshootbasic production challenges under the direction of senior staff;
• Support safety initiatives regarding studio workflow and processes.

What We're Looking For:

• 5-7 years of commercial photography/video experience;
• Bachelor's degree with a focus in Photography or Visual Arts;
• Portfolio showcasing original work;
• Extensive knowledge of studio and natural lighting;
• Strong familiarity with photography and video equipment;
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills (Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere);
• Experience using imaging software such as Capture One and Adobe Lightroom;
• Creative thinker;
• Comfortable working with and around children;
• Self-driven and able to easily communicate creative ideas and collaborate in a team environment;
• Ability to thrive in a high paced work setting and proven to be a quick problem solver;
• Post-production experience such as retouching and editing;
• Demonstrated agrowth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning, embracing challenges, and improving themselves.

The annual base salary range for this position is between $59,000 and $70,000.

**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate's work location, skills and experience.Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

Don't meet every single requirement?At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate:Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate:At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute:We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences.Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel's award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us athttps://jobs.mattel.com/andwww.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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