Manage the capture. Drive the workflow. Keep every shot production-ready.
If you're technically sharp, detail-driven, and thrive in fast-paced production environments—while keeping assets organized, accurate, and ready for delivery—we want to see your work.
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Digital Technician (Variable Hour / Part-Time)
New York, New York
$45–$60 per hour | Variable Schedule | Non-Exempt
About Straub Collaborative
Straub Collaborative is a leading creative production studio specializing in high-volume eCommerce photography and visual content for global brands. Our teams operate in a fast-paced studio environment where creativity, technical precision, and collaboration drive the production of world-class imagery.
We are seeking an experienced Digital Technician to support on-model and product photography shoots in our New York City studio. This role plays a critical part in ensuring efficient capture workflows, image integrity, and seamless coordination between on-set production and post-production teams.
What You'll Do
Test, pack, deliver, set up, and calibrate equipment for photo and video shoots, including cameras, backs, interface and network cabling, production computers, color-accurate HD monitors, professional camera software, networking, color management, and other related professional equipment and software.
Recommend, create, and maintain an efficient and secure workflow based on individual client conditions, needs, and best practices.
Manage capture, edit, process, back up, and deliver digital images and videos on set.
Serve as a second eye to the photographer and/or videographer by regularly checking for focus and ensuring color consistency, color balance, exposure, and curves on all images.
Support the photographer with prepping and breaking down the set for the day.
Oversee Capture One on set; checking for proper ISO, camera format, ICC profile, and processing images according to studio and client standards.
Perform photographer or videographer duties as needed.
What You Bring
Experience & Qualifications
- 2+ years of on-set experience as a Digital Tech or Photographer's Assistant, ideally in fashion or high-volume e-commerce.
- Bachelor's degree in Photography, Fine Arts, or equivalent professional experience.
- Capture One certification and familiarity with systems like ShotFlow are both a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex digital workflows in fast-paced production environments.
Technical Skills
- Imaging: Mastery of professional digital camera systems (DSLR/Medium Format) and major lighting systems (Profoto, Broncolor, Arri).
- Software: Expert-level proficiency in Capture One, Lightroom, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign).
- Video & Post: Proficiency in video capture and grading tools (Premiere, Final Cut, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve).
- Systems & IT: Strong command of macOS, server management, RAID technology, and common productivity tools (MS Office, FileMaker, Smartsheet).
- Output: Advanced knowledge of color management, RGB/CMYK workflows, and print production.
Core Competencies
- Ability to juggle multiple projects, prioritize tasks under tight deadlines, and escalate needs proactively.
- A calm, professional demeanor with the ability to solve non-routine problems alongside team members and photographers.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy in data entry, and a commitment to maintaining studio standards.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in basic math.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and work on a studio floor for extended periods
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in low-light environments with frequent lighting changes
- Ability to move throughout studio and warehouse spaces
Work Environment
- Fast-paced e-commerce production studio
- On-set and warehouse environment
- Work performed under active production lighting and shoot conditions
Additional Requirements
- Must be local to the New York City area or able to commute
- Flexible schedule based on production needs