Urban Outfitters Photography Manager

About Us

Urban Outfitters started out as a single boutique in 1970s Philadelphia with creativity and uniqueness at its core. 50 years on, and over 60 stores across Europe later, we’ve become a destination for emerging design, unexpected styling, One-Of-A-Kind vintage and homeware that makes you want to hit the share button. We speak to a social community of over 10 million forward-thinking individuals, bringing together a nostalgia for the past with an enthusiasm to shape the future. The UO community are culturally aware, they shape the music scene, they live a digitally native life and they wear style trends before anyone else. At our core, we empower our customers and staff to express themselves, unapologetically, living life in a way that’s truly authentic to them. We are always excited to bring new talent into the room, especially if you share our values:

• Progressive — we move with the mood
• Creative — we champion limitless minds
• Inclusive — we open our platforms to all communities
• Responsible — we work to reduce our impact on the environment
• Compassionate — we care for each other beyond the 9 to 5

Sound like you? Why not join us?

Role Summary

As our Photography Manager, you will be responsible for owning the strategy and overseeing the day-to-day running of our creative in-house photography team. You’ll guide and inspire the team to deliver high-quality imagery in line with the UO brand aesthetic across still life, editorial, and campaign imagery for all our product areas.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the studio team; inspire, lead, and develop this team
• Work closely with the Shoot Producers and Studio Manager to ensure schedules are set and imagery is delivered on time
• Manage team to shoot ecommerce and stills imagery, alongside model and creative campaign shoots
• Ensure photography team adheres to overall brand direction across all product areas – Womenswear, Menswear, Accessories, Homeware, Media, and Tech
• Manage the Photography team to maintain setup of sets, including studio lighting and all photography equipment
• Review lighting setups to continuously improve processes and UO direction
• Develop photography concepts, mood boards, and creative direction for shoots
• Keep up to date with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies in photography
• Lead and guide team in using software such as Phase One/Capture One, Photoshop, and lighting equipment
• Provide feedback and direction to team, operating calmly under pressure
• Travel to shoots when required, outside of our office studios

What You'll Need

• Relevant experience leading and guiding a photography team within a busy studio
• Creative with the ability to formulate ideas quickly and effectively
• Experience in creating online content and managing file systems
• Strong leader and team player, able to guide, lead, and inspire others
• Ability to work well to deadlines and under pressure
• Practical thinker with some experience shooting models preferred
• Confident user of Canon, Capture One, Profoto, and Arri systems
• Strong technical skills in lighting

The Perks

• Work-life balance: Flexible start and finish times, Bring your dog to work
• Wellbeing: Employees Assistance program, Fully equipped free gym and wellness room, 50% discount on external gym memberships, Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Discount: Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands
• Community: One paid day to volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice
• Travel: Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan
• Continued Development: Structured support and ongoing learning opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, marital status, religion, race, or disability. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.