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Kathy Kuo Home is a luxury online home furnishing retailer and design destination. Become a part of our mission to help others love where they live by joining our diverse team of creative and collaborative minds.
Our Core Values
We Employ Design Thinking
Design is how we approach every task at hand, from our products and spaces to how we design our day, work processes and organization.
We Have Deep Kindness For All
Our business is built by the relationships we have with our customers, vendors, shippers and team members. We share the same spirit of kindness, respect, and willingness to collaborate with all.
We Strive To Be Self-Aware
We are self-reflective and deeply curious about ourselves and our work. We believe that with a deep awareness of oneself, we can develop awareness for others and lead with empathy.
We Play the Long Game
We see an infinite horizon for growth, and we lean into business decisions that have a long lasting impact for the success and evolution of our brand.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking an innovative and visionary Director of Photography to lead visual storytelling across our campaigns and branded content initiatives. The DoP will play a pivotal role in shaping our brand’s visual identity, working collaboratively with Creative, Marketing, and Production teams to produce compelling photo and video content that elevates our campaigns across all channels.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a Director of Photography or Lead Photographer/Videographer in agency, in-house, or production company settings—preferably with a focus on campaign, content, or brand work.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership and visual storytelling in campaign or branded content environments.
• Deep expertise in camera operation, lighting, set design, composition, and post-production workflows (photo and video).
• Experience managing large-scale productions and leading creative teams.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with industry-standard equipment and software (e.g., RED, ARRI, Canon, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Photography, Visual Arts, or related field preferred.
• Ability to commit to a part-time schedule of approximately 2.5 to 3 days per week, with flexibility based on project needs. This includes being available for calls, meetings, shooting, or editing during those working days.

• Lead Visual Direction:

  Define the visual style and direction for all brand campaigns, product launches, and content initiatives, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and objectives.

• Content Creation:

  Oversee the conceptualization, planning, and execution of high-quality photo and video content for multi-channel campaigns—including digital, print, social media, and experiential platforms.

• Collaboration & Leadership:

  Work closely with Creative Directors, Brand Managers, Producers, and external agencies to develop concepts and storyboards that translate campaign ideas into powerful visual assets.

• Production Management:

  Direct and supervise all aspects of photo and video shoots—camera work, lighting, composition, set design, and post-production—ensuring creative excellence and consistency.

• Budget & Resource Management:

  Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for shoots, ensuring efficient use while maintaining the highest quality standards.

• Trend & AI Innovation:

Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technology, and best practices in photography and videography as it relates to AI and continuously evolve and elevate brand storytelling.