Permanent Photographer jobs

ABOUT FINISTERRE

Born two decades ago from the needs of hardy British surfers, Finisterre creates enduring outdoor wear for an inspired life in and around the ocean. Proudly B Corp certified, we have committed to a deep belief: to make truly exceptional products in a more responsible and transparent way. Whether based at our cliff top headquarters in St. Agnes, Cornwall, or in one of our retail locations across the UK, Finisterre is a truly unique brand and career proposition.

Perched a few hundred meters from the crashing Atlantic, our HQ at St. Agnes’ Wheal Kitty Workshops is at the heart of our brand. Here we stay true to our original design ethos of functionality and sustainability brought to life in an understated style and identity, always remaining committed to product, environment, and people.

As we enter the next exciting stage of global growth, we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our crew. So, if you are as passionate about the ocean as we are and if you want to be part of a truly authentic, purpose-led brand and you share our vision to create exceptional products in a responsible way, then we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Junior Studio Photographer for Ecommerce you will be playing a key role within the Creative team at Finisterre, producing high-quality product imagery, bringing products to life across our B2B and digital channels. Within the role you will be responsible for:
Pre-Production – sample management and pre-production planning.

Production – lighting and photographing flat lays and details of all samples.

Post Production – editing, colour matching and workflow management.

A significant part of the role will be the organisation and management of our photographic assets. You’ll be responsible for accurately tagging, uploading and maintaining imagery within our digital asset management platform, ensuring assets are easy to find, correctly categorised and available to teams across the business. You’ll also take ownership of the organisation and care of product samples within the studio, helping to ensure the photography process runs efficiently and effectively.

Working closely with the wider Creative team, you’ll help maintain a consistent visual standard across our product imagery while supporting the Senior Photographer on wider creative projects and image post production.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shoot high-quality flat lays and details, following brand guidelines for consistency for B2B, ecommerce and product display pages.
• Take responsibility for the organisation and tracking of B2B photographic samples.
• Own the organisation, upload, tagging, metadata of all photographic assets to the Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform across the department.
• Full edit, colour match/correct, retouch and size/export imagery to a consistently high standard. Prepare and deliver final assets in the required formats.
• Assist the Senior Photographer on seasonal shoots by supporting with sample management/steaming, equipment preparation, lighting setups and post production.
• Maintain studio photographic equipment. Ensure kit is used correctly, maintained and stored appropriately while helping to keep the studio organised and ready for production.
• Manage your own photography workload and asset delivery, working to agreed deadlines and ensuring assets are managed appropriately.
• Work closely with the Senior Photographer, Creative, Marketing, Buying and Wholesale teams to understand requirements and deliver imagery that meets both creative and commercial needs.
• Develop a strong understanding of Finisterre’s visual identity and apply this consistently across all product photography, ensuring garments are represented accurately, while maintaining a distinctive and on-brand aesthetic.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO FINISTERRE

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical photography and editing skills with excellent organisation, attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach to studio production.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Knowledge and experience in studio photography, with an understanding of camera operation, exposure and technical camera capabilities.
• A technical understanding of studio lighting, with the ability to confidently set up, operate and maintain consistent lighting setups.
• Experience photographing products, ideally including flat lays and garment details, with the ability to produce accurate and consistent imagery across a range of products.
• Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with the ability to retouch, colour correct and colour match imagery, as well as resize and export assets to the required specifications.
• A strong eye for detail and the ability to represent garments accurately and consistently, following established Finisterre visual guidelines.
• Understanding of accurate colour representation and the importance of colour matching within commercial product photography.
• Highly organised and methodical, with a strong understanding of efficient image workflows, file naming, storage and archiving. Able to manage assets accurately from capture through to final delivery.
• Able to manage day-to-day tasks efficiently and accurately, maintaining clear records and working consistently across a high volume of product imagery.
• Able to manage their own workload, prioritise tasks and work effectively to agreed deadlines within a busy studio environment.
• Comfortable with the practical requirements of a busy photography studio, including preparing and steaming garments, handling samples, maintaining equipment and keeping the studio organised.
• A positive, reliable team player who communicates effectively and enjoys working closely with photographers, Creative teams and wider business stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to learning new techniques, equipment and workflows, with a genuine interest in developing photography and post-production skills.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working within a professional photography, e-commerce, fashion or product studio.
• Experience working with Capture One
• Experience working within a high-volume commercial photography workflow.
• Experience managing large-scale image libraries or structured commercial asset workflows.
• Experience using a Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform, including metadata, tagging and categorisation.
• Experience photographing apparel or fashion products.
• Previous experience working as a photographic assistant.

Shortlisted candidates invited for interview will be required to take a practical assessment in the studio as part of the interview process, supervised by the Senior Photographer.

Important: The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK. Please note that Finisterre are not licensed to sponsor overseas workers.

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE FROM FINISTERRE

We are offering a full time, permanent contract, based at our Headquarters at Wheal Kitty St Agnes. We’ll invest in you with a competitive salary, circa £26,228.50 - £28,000 depending on your skills and experience.

But it’s not just a job. At Finisterre, we provide an opportunity to grow and develop yourself within at a fast-paced, growing B Corp certified brand with a great culture and an exciting purpose. You’ll get the chance to collaborate with a diverse community of people with a shared mission. In return, we take good care of you through a range of initiatives and rewards, including:

• 25 days holiday per year, plus up to 8 UK bank holidays (pro rata for pat time employees)
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Your birthday day off
• Up to 3 days of paid volunteering – we will support you in giving back to communities and causes
• A discretionary bonus scheme, based on company performance
• An enhanced pension scheme with Scottish Widows
• 60% product discount for personal and gift use
• 30% Friends and Family product discount
• Enhanced Family Leave policies to support you in growing your family
• Life assurance with access to an online wellbeing platform which includes, an employee assistance program, virtual GP appointments, digital gym, and a range of perks
• Access to a range of wellbeing resources, including counselling services, cycle to work, eye tests, and wellbeing activities
• Regular company and team social events
• Various discounts from our B Corp community
• Access our online Learning Library and company-wide training sessions delivered by both internal and external trainers to support you in your ongoing development.
• An hour to spend in or by the sea every Tuesday followed by Sea Tuesday companywide meeting
• And so much more!

Closing date: 23rd October 2026. We’ll be interviewing as we go along, so we’d encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as the role may close earlier than advertised.

Finisterre is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.