Photographer

Company Culture

At Freeman’s we believe that people are enriched and energized when they are surrounded with objects of significance and meaning. Freeman’s is one of the leading and fastest growing fine art auction houses in the U.S. Our values are evident in how we approach the marketplace, providing unmatched service, a focus on excellence, and holding the utmost respect for our clients and the items we steward. As a globally recognized brand, we conduct over 100 auctions each year for everything from contemporary paintings and fine jewelry to French furniture and rare books. With six salerooms in Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, New York, Palm Beach, and Philadelphia, we stay locally relevant while passionately catering to our global sellers and buyers.

Position Summary

Freeman’s, one of the nation’s leading fine art auction houses, is seeking a full-time Photographer. This role is part of a team responsible for photographing all items sold at auction, including decorative arts, furniture, fine art, antiquities, jewelry, other valuable objects. Photographers create images that are used for printed catalogues, online catalogues, and all other promotional materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Style, light and photograph items for upcoming auctions.
• Prepare images to send for retouching.
• Ensure all images meet the company’s standard for quality and consistency.
• Work closely with the Director of Photography to prioritize tasks.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in photography, or 2-3 years of professional photography experience.
• Experience photographing products on white in a studio setting using mono-lights.
• Experience conceptualizing and styling creative photoshoots in studio.
• Comfortable operating a professional digital camera with zoom lens.
• Proficiency with Adobe Lightroom Classic and Photoshop: working knowledge of layers, masks, color correction tools, actions, batch processing.
• Ability to maintain high quality while producing high volume of images under tight deadlines.
• Capability to work efficiently and independently, showing innovation and initiative.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to safely lift and handle heavy, delicate objects.
• Interest in art and art history.

Skills

• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong client service orientation with professionalism and discretion.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up, multitasking, and time management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word and Excel).
• Able to thrive in fast-paced environments, work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Highly motivated and eager to contribute to a dynamic team.

Values

• Excellence: Setting the standard in auction and appraisal services through expertise and meticulous attention to detail.
• Integrity: Upholding honesty and transparency in all interactions with clients, partners, and colleagues. 
• Judgment: Incorporating experience, empathy, and integrity to always deliver client centric decisions and actions that uphold our brand. 
• Collaboration: Working together with our team and clients to achieve shared goals and exceed expectations. 
• Responsiveness: Delivering timely and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of every client.

What We Offer

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Choose from Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision & Dental Plans (PPO & HDHP options available).
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 11 Paid Holidays – Enjoy 11 company-paid holidays throughout the year.
• Up to 12 Weeks of Fully Paid Parental Leave.
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability & Group Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

Physical Needs

• Perform light physical tasks, including lifting and moving items such as boxes, files, and other materials up to 20 pounds, unless otherwise specified.
• Operate standard office equipment proficiently, including phones, computers, copiers, and other commonly used devices or software applications.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal teams and external contacts; sufficient hearing is required for routine interactions.
• Understand and accurately process written materials and documentation.
• Work efficiently in a traditional office environment, including extended periods of sitting, with the flexibility to adapt to various work settings as needed.

Freeman’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Duties listed are a guide and may evolve as the role grows.