New

Director, Photography

OUTFRONT Media
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
Jun 10, 2026
About OUTFRONT OUTFRONT is one of America's leading IRL media companies, built to do more than be seen. We create breakthrough real-world experiences that engage, influence, and drive impact. Through creative excellence, high-impact environments, and intelligent audience data, we help brands move people, show up with relevance, and make a lasting impression. Our media lives where life happens, embedded in the culture and landscape of cities and the flow of everyday movement. It's trusted, unavoidable, and part of the cultural fabric, creating meaningful connections between brands and the audiences they serve. We're redefining out of home by bringing intelligence, flexibility, and digital innovation to scale, turning physical presence into measurable impact and real-world influence. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes the growth of our people. Come join our industry-leading team! What We Offer OUTFRONT offers a comprehensive benefits program including: Medical, Dental, Vision (including same and opposite-sex domestic partners) HSA and FSA plans, Family Benefits, Pet Benefits 401(k) Plan with an Employer Match Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Educational Assistance Robust Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program including 7 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) Job Summary The Photography Director is responsible for leading and scaling nationwide photography and video production functions. This role owns the endtoend visual production process, including planning, scheduling, execution, quality control, and delivery of high-quality photo and video assets. The ideal candidate combines hands-on photography expertise, operational discipline, and executive communication skills to ensure consistently high standards across markets while aligning output with company goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead and manage the photography department across all markets, including photography managers, photographers, editors, and vendors. Define and maintain visual standards, ensuring consistency in brand quality nationwide. Establish processes, workflows, and best practices for scalable production operations. Recruit, train, and retain top-tier talent, including building a network of freelance photographers for high-volume periods. Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and create professional development opportunities. Streamline the image creation process and implement workflow solutions to improve productivity and quality. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and photography metrics to measure efficiency and drive improvements. Develop and maintain SOPs for photography workflows, asset management, and delivery. Drive efficiency through process improvements and standardization. Manage budgets, production costs, and vendor relationships. Stay current on industry trends, tools, and technologies. Present performance, strategy, and visual output to senior leadership and stakeholders. Translate business objectives into photography and video production strategies. Partner cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and operations teams. CORE COMPETENCIES: Process-oriented with strong operational mindset. Exceptional organizational and scheduling capabilities. Strong eye for quality and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-facing presentations. Ability to lead, coach, and scale high-performing teams. Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: 8-12+ years of professional photography and/or video production experience. 5+ years in a leadership role managing teams and/or multi-market operations. Proven experience running large-scale or distributed production environments. Strong portfolio demonstrating photography and video expertise. Advanced proficiency in editing tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro). Strong working knowledge of camera systems, lighting, and production workflows. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting, planning, and communication. For New York and New Jersey the salary range for this role is $150,000-$170,000 per year. Compensation is determined during our interview process by assessing a candidate's experience and skills relative to internal peers and market benchmarks evaluated for the scope and responsibilities of the position. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the corresponding Salary Transparency Laws. To all Recruitment Agencies: OUTFRONT Media LLC does not accept agency and unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our OUTFRONT Media employees or any other company location. OUTFRONT Media is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. OUTFRONT Media Is An Equal Opportunity Employer All applicants shall receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. Please refer to the OUTFRONT Media Affirmative Action policy statement.