Job Description

Our Story

With over 50 years of serving the creative community, Adorama has grown from a beloved New York City camera store into the world’s only full-service destination for photo, video, and electronics. We’re more than a retailer—we’re a creative partner for professionals, hobbyists, and tech enthusiasts alike.

From iconic brands like Sony, Canon, and Nikon to the latest in drones, smart home tech, musical instruments, and pro audio gear, Adorama provides creators with the gear and services they need to bring their visions to life. Our passion for education, innovation and commitment to customer experience make us a dedicated and trusted resource.

At Adorama, we don’t just support creativity—we live it. Join a team that’s shaping the future of how the world captures, creates and connects.

Our Leadership Principles

• Growth Mindset: We set high standards, embrace failure, and are open to change.
• Be Customer-Centered: We focus on the end-to-end customer experience.
• Take Ownership & Dig Deeper: We are proactive, use data, and avoid shortcuts.
• Think Like a Start-Up: We move fast, stay flexible, and celebrate every win.
• Be Humble & Respectful: We assume positive intent, listen actively, and support one another.

What You'll Do

This position assesses Photography equipment previously owned from customers for online selling. A Photography Technician operates and inspects equipment for functionality, conducts special quality control to identify any imperfections the equipment may have and makes recommendations if equipment is needed for repair or if parts are needed. The Photography Technician wills Asses from lower end equipment up to high end Equipment Example Manual Film Cameras, Point and Shoot, Digital, Medium and Large Format, Hasselblad and Leica

Responsibilities

• Operate and inspect equipment for suitability
• Conduct special testing to identify any imperfections the equipment may have
• Appraises equipment based on market value and demand
• Identifies essential parts that may deter the equipment to function properly, identify missing parts and send them for repair
• Record accurately in system any equipment defects that are send for repair or sold as is.
• Batch equipment for cleaning process
• Report any issues of equipment to buyer and department manager
• May be requested to perform basic duties in other areas of the department
• Responsibilities may evolve over time; employees may be asked to take on additional duties as needed to support business priorities.

What Will Help You Thrive

• Any combination of education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described.
• Photography background in both film and digital photographic equipment
• Knowledge of Medium and Large Format equipment a Plus
• Ability to clearly communicate technical features verbally and in writing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, the ability to thrive in a team environment and an aptitude for making quick quality decisions.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Dependable, decisive, self-motivated, productive
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities to meet deadlines
• Tech savvy with basic electronics
• Basic math computing skills
• Ability to work under pressure.

This role requires 5 on-site days weekly to ensure in-person collaboration, improved communication, effective teamwork, and real-time problem solving to enhance team synergy and productivity. A standard 40 hour work week is expected.

Starting at $23.00 per hour, based on experience.

Ready to Join Our Team of Creators? Apply today and let’s create something extraordinary together.

Pay range for this role:

$23—$23 USD