Manager, Photography - Media Production & Development  (On-site)

Penguin Random House, the world’s leading book publisher, seeks a Manager, Photography to join the Media Production & Development team. This team plays a key role in creating high-quality dynamic content across video, podcasts, and photography to support our books and authors. We are home to culture-shaping works and best-in-class storytellers including Hanif Abdurraqib, Tana French, Christopher Paolini, Emily Henry, George R.R. Martin, Ocean Vuong, and Nora Roberts.  

 

You will be part of a larger Consumer Marketing department, working alongside an innovative group of marketers, brand strategists, advertisers, creative directors, and consumer insight experts. By producing creative, best-in-class work across all marketing touchpoints, we inspire a love of reading for generations to come, connecting people with the stories they’re looking for (and some they didn’t know they needed). 

 

As a Manager, Photography, you’ll oversee photography projects from start to finish, capturing compelling imagery that enhances marketing efforts across multiple platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity for a photographer looking to expand their skills in a creative, fast-paced environment with room for growth. You’ll report to the Associate Director of Media Production and collaborate with teams across the company. 

 

Specific responsibilities include:   

• Product & Lifestyle Photography – Photograph books and related products in our new Photography Studio, ensuring high-quality images for marketing and promotional use. 
• Post-Production & File Management – Edit and optimize photography assets for distribution across social media platforms, retail sites, internal databases, and other channels. 
• Event Coverage – Capture author events and book-related activities at NYC-area locations, including occasional evening events. 
• Studio Management – Maintain the Photography Studio, manage equipment (lighting, backdrops, lenses, etc.), and assist other internal teams in utilizing the space. 
• Scheduling & Coordination – Oversee the studio calendar, booking internal teams and ensuring smooth workflow. 
• Creative Collaboration – Work with cross-divisional book teams to develop and execute engaging photography concepts. 
• Portrait & Behind-the-Scenes Photography – Capture author and employee headshots, as well as behind-the-scenes moments at Video Studio shoots. 
• Video Production Support – Assist the Media Production team during Video Studio shoots as needed. 

  

Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:   

• 1 - 2 years of professional experience preferred.
• Experienced in product and portrait photography (portfolio required when applying). 
• Proficient in studio equipment (lighting setups, backdrops, tripods, C-stands, etc.). 
• Skilled in Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom, with strong post-production expertise. 
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple projects at once. 
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Outlook and other project management tools such as Monday—a plus but not necessary 
• Professional and adaptable when working with authors, internal teams, and creative partners. 
• Open to feedback and comfortable working under the direction of different designers and creative leads. 
• A strong team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment. 
• Interested in learning about video production and expanding creative skills. 
• Able to commute to our NYC office at 1745 Broadway, with the majority of work required on-site. 
• A book lover—always a plus! 

 

If you’re passionate about photography and storytelling and want to contribute to an industry-leading creative team, we’d love to hear from you! 

 

The PRH office is located in New York, New York.  

 

The salary range for this position is $73,500 - $76,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.       

 

Please apply by March 17th using our online application process, and please include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. 

 

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Sa