Collectors

Photographer, Vault (Shift 2)

Collectors  •  $34k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.

As part of our interview process, we request that candidates have their cameras on during video interviews. This helps foster meaningful conversation and allows us to create an experience that closely resembles our standard working environment. Certain interview steps may take place by phone. For remote roles, and at our discretion, candidates may be asked to participate in an on-site interview as part of the final stages of the process.

We understand there may be occasional circumstances requiring accommodation and are happy to discuss them as needed. Your recruiter will be able to clarify expectations and answer any questions you have.

We are hiring a Photographer to join the Collectors Vault team. As a member of the photography team, you will be responsible for photographing the inventory that will be listed for sale online. Your primary goal is to photograph and edit in a high-paced work environment while being accurate and efficient to produce high quality work to meet tight deadlines. You will work independently and interdependently with the rest of the team and surrounding departments such as Inventory, Editorial, and Sales & Revenue to ensure the operation is completed properly.

This role is based in New Castle, DE and reports to the General Manager. The schedule for this role will be (Sunday-Wednesday) or (Wednesday-Saturday) or (M,T,TH,F) from 6pm-4:30am EST.

What You’ll Do:

  • Photographing - Ensure all items are photographed and/or scanned using work instruction guide in priority order respective to the auction schedule. Taking proper care to ensure the integrity of all products - using gloves for jewelry, being careful when removing old documents, wiping down dust on frames, etc. Image files are to be coded by respective serial/ID number to ensure all items’ images are uploaded and archived accurately.
  • Editing - Apply proper presets to all images to visually enhance image quality. Silhouette each background in Photoshop/Camera Raw and save all images as PSD and JPEG files.
  • Uploading - All images are to be uploaded onto the admin website in a specific order to be synonymous with alike items.
  • Archiving - All images (RAW and final) must be uploaded and archived in Google Drive for access to refer back if necessary. All final images will be saved onto your desktop and are to be archived to Google Drive once the auction has come to a close. All final images in Google Drive must be organized into the corresponding auction folder for our Creative and Content teams to use for promotions and social media.

Who You Are

  • 3+ years of photography experience.
  • 2+ years of Photoshop, Camera Raw, Lightroom and/or Bridge experience.
  • Must be able to work with multiple photography brand equipment i.e. Nikon and Canon cameras.
  • Ability to learn and utilize other third party photography software.
  • Ability to work interdependently with team members and independently for individual work.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to deal with complex issues in a fast-paced setting.
  • General knowledge of studio equipment, such as lighting, backdrops, camera transmitters and receivers.

Hourly Range: The hourly range for this position is $23.00. Entry level operations positions generally start at an hourly rate of $17. Actual compensation in this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set.

Reasons To Join Us:

  • Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Additional Benefits:Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits.
  • 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
  • Vacation: All full-time employees are eligible for paid vacation
  • Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
  • Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
  • Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs

Collectors uses e-Verify to validate your ability to work legally in the United States.

We are aware that there are instances where individuals are receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from Collectors or one of our business units. This type of fraud can be carried out through false websites, through fake e-mails claiming to be from the company or through social media. We never ask for personal information such as your bank account, Social Security numbers or National IDs, nor do we send or request payments for the purchase of business-related equipment. If you suspect fraud, please reach out to interviewfraud@collectors.com.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support.

If you require an accommodation to apply or interview with us due to a disability or special need, please email interviewaccommodation@collectors.com

U.S. residents: for disclosures relating to personal information we collect during the employment application and recruitment process, please see ourPrivacy Notice for U.S. Applicants

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About Collectors

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We authenticate, grade, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, video games, event tickets, autographs, comics, magazines, and memorabilia, and our subsidiaries include:

𝗣𝗦𝗔: The global leader in authentication and grading for trading cards, autographs, memorabilia, and other collectible categories.

𝗣𝗦𝗔 𝗩𝗮𝘂𝗹𝘁: A secure, climate-controlled solution for storing, managing, and selling collectibles. Fully integrated with eBay and other top marketplaces to make transactions fast, easy, and efficient.

𝗣𝗖𝗚𝗦: The premier authority in numismatic certification, ensuring the authenticity and preservation of coins and banknotes.

𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Asset-backed financial solutions that empower collectors to leverage their holdings and capitalize on new opportunities.

𝗦𝗚𝗖: A distinguished name in trading card authentication and grading, known for its commitment to fast, reliable service at competitive pricing.

𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗟𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗿: An advanced analytics platform providing real-time collectibles market insights, historical data, and enterprise solutions.

Industry
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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Ana, California
Year Founded
1986
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