Photography Manager

PALMONAS is hiring a Photography Manager in Pune District, India. The details below summarise the employer's own listing; applications happen on the original posting, not on GetFirstJob.

What the work involves

• Lead, manage, and mentor the photography team, including photographers, assistants, and freelancers.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee shoots for catalog, e-commerce, campaigns, and social media.
• Develop shoot concepts, mood boards, and styling direction in line with brand vision and campaign briefs.
• Direct on-set execution including lighting, composition, props, model direction, and jewellery styling.
• Ensure product and macro photography captures the detail, texture, and true color of every piece.
• Review and approve selects and final images before delivery, in coordination with the imaging and post-production team.
• Collaborate with design, marketing, merchandising, and content teams to align shoot plans with launches and campaign calendars.
• Manage photography budgets, studio operations, vendors, and external agencies or freelancers.
• Maintain, calibrate, and upgrade camera, lighting, and studio equipment.
• Evaluate and adopt AI tools and emerging technologies to improve shoot and post-production efficiency.

What they are looking for

• 6–8 years of experience in photography, including 2–3 years in a team lead or managerial role.
• Advanced proficiency with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lenses, and studio and macro lighting setups.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and tethered shooting software such as Capture One.
• Working knowledge of AI imaging tools and workflows.
• Experience managing shoot budgets, vendors, and production schedules.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects within tight timelines.

Pay and dates

The listing does not state pay. The source page shows a relative posting age rather than an exact posting date; this role was first seen and checked as open on 4 November 2026.

How to apply

Apply on the listing where the employer published this role: Photography Manager at PALMONAS. We found this listing via linkedin.com; it was still open when we checked on 4 November 2026. If the posting has closed or the link fails, the role may have been filled.