Vehicle Photographer I

Skip to main contentEnglishSign InVehicle Photographer I page is loadedVehicle Photographer IApplylocationsHouston TXtime typeFull timeposted onPosted Yesterdayjob requisition idR202679767CompanyCox Automotive - USAJob Family GroupVehicle OperationsJob ProfileVehicle Photographer IManagement LevelIndividual ContributorFlexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox locationTravel %NoWork ShiftDayCompensationHourly base pay rate is $15.10 - $22.69/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.Job DescriptionJob ScopeThe incumbent will be responsible for taking digital photographs of vehicles as and uploading the images to the company website to support online sales. Conducts staging and sets up/operates digital cameras and related image processing equipment to produce quality images of to be auctioned vehicles for reproduction in vehicle condition reports. Ensures that photographs are produced consistent with applicable imaging procedures and quality standards. Work may be performed in an outdoor, production environment or indoors, depending on location and work to be completed.Key Responsibilities:Sets up and maintains auction site image booth and/or standard imaging area in accordance with standardsSets up lighting and operates camera and ancillary equipment in ways that capture vehicle interior and exterior images and meet requirements relative to focus, clarity, aspect/angles, storage and related quality.Transfer completed images into vehicle condition report format.May adjust and enhance digital images to meet or exceed quality standards.Ensures that cameras and other imaging equipment is properly maintained and stored.Takes digital photographs of vehicles for condition reports and uploads to company website.Ensures that all standard required photos are taken and uploaded.Performs self-audits to ensure that images meet required quality standards.Sets-up, troubleshoots, and resolved technical/equipment issues.Maintains current awareness of imaging trends and technology advancements.Performs other duties as assigned.Core Competencies:Adaptability - Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, processes, structure, or culture); adjusting effectively to change by exploring the benefits, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful.Tries to understand changes—Actively seeks information (from coworkers, leaders, customers, competition, technologies, and regulations) to understand the rationale and implications for changes.Approaches change with a positive mind-set—Treats new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; actively seeks to identify and communicate the benefits of changes; collaborates with others to implement changes.Adjusts behavior—Quickly modifies daily behavior and tries new approaches to deal effectively with changes; does not persist with ineffective methods; leverages available resources to ease transition.Applied Learning - Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner.Actively participates in learning activities - Takes part in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience (e.g., takes notes, asks questions, does required tasks).Quickly gains knowledge, understanding, or skill - Readily absorbs and comprehends new information from formal and informal learning experiences.Applies knowledge or skill - Puts new knowledge, understanding, or skill to practical use on the job; furthers learning through trial and error.Collaborating - Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals.Facilitates goal...