About THG Ingenuity
THG Ingenuity is a fully integrated digital commerce ecosystem, designed to power brands without limits. Our global end‑to‑end tech platform is comprised of three products: THG Commerce, THG Studios, and THG Fulfilment. Each represents a single, unified solution that overcomes challenges and takes brands direct‑to‑consumer. Our client portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Coca‑Cola, Nestlé, Elemis, Homebase, and Procter & Gamble.
Photographer – THG Studios
We are a highly ambitious, multiple award‑winning, fast‑growing creative and production agency. We are proud of what we have achieved and are a trusted creative and content partner of global aspirational brands such as Disney, Sky, Nestlé and many more. We offer a combination of creative, production, strategy services and complete end‑to‑end project management and account management which our clients rely on to deliver exceptional outputs.
Role
We are looking for a skilled photographer with 3–4 years of commercial experience and a versatile portfolio across still life, fashion and e‑commerce photography to join our team at THG Studios. You’ll play a key role in our fast‑paced studio environment, owning shoots from brief to delivery and producing high‑quality, on‑brand imagery across a diverse range of products and models. Your work will drive visual storytelling for our clients and help evolve our creative output. This role is based on site at our Manchester Studio, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.
Responsibilities
* Plan, light and execute high‑quality still life, fashion and e‑commerce photography across a range of setups, including tabletop, flat‑lay, mannequin, on‑model and lifestyle.
* Take ownership of shoots from brief through to delivery, ensuring assets meet creative, technical and commercial objectives.
* Collaborate closely with the creative team to interpret and develop briefs, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines and creative direction.
* Create and adapt lighting setups to suit varied products, textures, finishes, skin tones and fabrics, maintaining consistent quality across large volumes.
* Work with art directors, stylists, producers and retouchers to deliver cohesive visual stories and ensure accurate product representation.
* Maintain an organised workflow in a high‑volume studio environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
* Uphold and help refine studio standards, processes and best practices, supporting junior team members where appropriate.
* Ensure all assets are delivered on time, correctly named, backed up and aligned with technical specifications.
* Stay informed on industry trends, techniques and equipment, and bring innovative approaches to still and motion content where relevant.
Skills & Experience
* 3–4 years of professional photography experience, ideally within e‑commerce, fashion, still life or commercial studio environments.
* A versatile, well‑curated portfolio demonstrating strong lighting and composition skills across multiple categories.
* Proven experience delivering high‑volume e‑commerce imagery to consistent standards, with an eye for brand nuance and detail.
* Proficiency with Capture One, Canon camera systems and professional studio lighting (Broncolor and Profoto).
* Solid understanding of colour management, file formats and basic post‑production workflows; experience collaborating closely with retouching teams.
* Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to maintain quality under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, confident working with creatives, producers, stylists and clients on set.
* Proactive, solution‑focused mindset with the ability to interpret and challenge briefs constructively where needed.
* Passion for photography, visual storytelling and the e‑commerce/brand content space.
* Working knowledge of Creative Force Kelvin App would be an advantage.
Career Development
* Access bespoke development programmes designed and delivered by our in‑house L&D team.
* Continued development through our upskilling programme delivered in partnership with an industry‑leading training provider.
Enhanced Leave
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Enjoy your birthday off with us!
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service.
* Up to 10 days compassionate leave.
* Buy back up to 3 days each year.
* Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12 months.
Wellbeing Support
* Access face‑to‑face and virtual appointments with our in‑house GP.
* Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provided by Bupa.
* State‑of‑the‑art on‑site gym.
* Access to our on‑site physio.
Other Perks
* Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme.
* Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office.
* Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands.
* On‑site staff shop.
* Access to on‑site barber.
* Refer a suitable candidate and earn up to £1,000 when they pass probation.
* Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service.
EEO and Inclusion
THG Ingenuity is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
THG Ingenuity is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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