Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Lifetouch
Job overview
The Retail Sales Associate - Photographer at Lifetouch is a part-time role focused on capturing creative photos and driving sales to enhance customer experience in the JCPenney Portrait Studio.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves taking fun and creative photos, performing sales processes to meet targets, scheduling and confirming sessions with customers, and ensuring a positive customer experience from start to finish.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly pay rate of $17.00, paid photography and sales training, competitive pay with sales incentives, flexible schedules, a fun work environment, and discounts at the host store and studio.
Experience and skills
Candidates should be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED, preferably with retail, sales, service, or photography experience, strong communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work varied schedules including evenings and weekends.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes a fun, upbeat, and inclusive work environment with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming all applicants and valuing differences.
Company information
Lifetouch operates the JCPenney Portrait Studio and is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing photography services primarily in retail settings.
Job location and travel
The job is located within JCPenney Portrait Studios, with the possibility of working in multiple studio locations depending on business needs.
Application process
Applicants are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled, with no specific application instructions detailed.
Unique job features
The job features paid training in photography and sales, sales incentives, flexible scheduling, and a focus on working with a diverse customer base including infants, children, and adults.
Company overview
Lifetouch is a prominent photography company specializing in school portraits, yearbooks, and professional photography services. Founded in 1936, Lifetouch has grown to become a household name in North America by providing high-quality, memorable photography experiences. The company generates revenue through its extensive network of photographers and partnerships with educational institutions, offering a range of products from individual portraits to comprehensive yearbook services. Notably, Lifetouch was acquired by Shutterfly in 2018, enhancing its digital and print capabilities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your passion for photography and any relevant retail or sales experience, emphasizing your ability to connect with infants, children, and adults in a friendly, upbeat manner.
Focus on showcasing strong communication skills, flexibility with scheduling including evenings and weekends, and your ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as these are key for success at Lifetouch.
Apply through multiple channels such as Lifetouch’s corporate career site, JCPenney’s job portal, and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for the Retail Sales Associate - Photographer role.
Connect with current Lifetouch or JCPenney Portrait Team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like complimenting their recent photo sessions or asking about their favorite part of working with children and families to start a genuine conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'photography,' 'sales process,' 'customer experience,' 'communication skills,' and 'flexible schedule' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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