Chanel Photographer / Machine Operator (Freelance)

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Seniority Mid-Level
Department Creative, Design & Styling
Industry Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
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Chanel — Photographer / Machine Operator (freelance) in Vemars, France. Seeking a studio photographer experienced in fashion shoots and digital capture.

Overview

Chanel is an independent, Paris-born luxury maison renowned for haute couture, prêt-à-porter, leather goods and beauty. As an employer, Chanel combines exacting artisanal standards with contemporary creative direction, operating in a highly collaborative studio environment that supports cross-disciplinary teams across photography, design and production.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Execute fashion and product photography shoots in studio and on location, delivering imagery that meets Chanel's aesthetic and technical standards.
  • Operate photographic equipment and associated production machines (digital capture systems, tethering rigs, studio lighting) and ensure optimal camera settings, exposure and color fidelity.
  • Prepare sets and technical kit, manage file capture, ingest and initial QC, and deliver organized assets according to naming conventions and deadlines.
  • Collaborate closely with art directors, stylists, retouchers and production teams to translate creative briefs into finished images.
  • Perform on-set troubleshooting, basic equipment maintenance and ensure strict adherence to safety and studio protocols.

Qualifications

  • Professional portfolio demonstrating fashion, beauty or product photography with strong technical control of lighting and composition.
  • Proven experience operating studio capture workflows and digital asset management in high-volume shoots.
  • Ability to interpret art direction and deliver consistent visual outcomes under tight schedules.
  • Legal eligibility to work as a freelance contractor in France and availability to work on-site in Vemars.

Skills

Fashion and product photography Studio lighting and grip operation Digital tethered capture and workflow Adobe Photoshop Capture One Color management and image QC File naming and asset organisation

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in studio or commercial fashion/product photography, with demonstrable experience managing digital capture workflows and collaborating with creative production teams.

Education

Vocational training in photography, visual arts or equivalent professional experience.

Workplace

This position is based in Vemars, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris. Cerulean lists 3 open roles in Vemars, including 3 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.761 active listings on Cerulean, 80 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.322 open positions, with 94 posted this week.

Culture

Chanel cultivates a culture of creative excellence and meticulous craftsmanship, where aesthetic rigour and attention to detail are paramount. The studio environment is collaborative and fast-paced, rewarding technical mastery and an intuitive understanding of the maison's visual identity.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.