Photographer - 12 Month Fixed-Term
Article
Design
Vancouver, BC, Canada
USD 65k-85k / year
Posted on Mar 28, 2026
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013, we have been redefining the furniture industry one sofa at a time, it’s not easy — it requires solving challenging, meaningful problems. This is where you come in, as a Photographer, you’ll capture high-quality imagery that brings our products to life and supports how customers experience our brand online.
Please note: this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Why We Need You:
Please note: this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Why We Need You:
Our Photo & Video Production team is growing - we’re expanding our in-house studio capacity to support an increasing volume of product launches and creative projects.
This role supports our broader goal of delivering accurate, compelling product imagery that improves the customer experience and drives confident purchasing decisions.
This 12-month fixed term contract will help us scale our asset output while maintaining strong visual consistency and quality.
In your first few months, you’ll get familiar with our studio workflows, tools, and creative standards. Within a year, you’ll be confidently leading smaller shoots and contributing to larger productions with a high level of consistency and ownership.
Why Article?
As a Particle (people of Article), you will have a high level of autonomy to solve challenging, meaningful problems the best way you can. That means you’re trusted to explore solutions you believe will work best (you’re the expert, after all). You’ll do all this while growing your skills within a company redefining the furniture industry.
About the Photo & Video Production Team:
Our team produces high-quality photography that supports eCommerce, marketing, and brand storytelling. We work closely with Product, Creative, and Marketing partners to deliver imagery that is both visually compelling and accurate.
You’ll collaborate daily with photographers, stylists, art directors, and producers in a fast-paced, high-volume studio environment.
We are a hybrid team but the Photographer is typically in our Vancouver office 5 days per week.
You’ll also see roles posted for:
These are all part of this new expansion for our Creative team.
- Department
- Creative
- Employment Type
- Fixed Term - Full Time
- Location
- Vancouver
- Address
- 1010 Raymur Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6A 3T2
- Workplace type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $65,000 - $85,000 / year
- Reporting To
- Mike Pence
What You’ll Do
You’ll be part of a collaborative studio team delivering photography across a range of product and lifestyle shoots.
Photography Execution
- Capture studio photography across white background and lifestyle or set-based shoots
- Translate creative briefs into strong visual outputs with guidance from Art Directors and Senior Photographers
- Own smaller-scale shoots from setup through capture and delivery
- Support larger or more complex productions led by the Senior Photographer
- Maintain consistency in lighting, composition, color, and overall image quality
- Shoot high-volume merchandising assets while upholding brand standards
Pre-Production & Shoot Support
- Prepare equipment, lighting setups, and shooting environments
- Review briefs and shot lists to ensure alignment before shoots
- Collaborate with stylists, set decorators, and producers to support execution
- Contribute to artboard preparation for planning and internal reviews
Post-Production & Asset Delivery
- Deliver clean, color-corrected files for post-production workflows
- Partner with the Photo Editing team to ensure smooth handoff and consistency
- Maintain organized file management and delivery standards
Team & Collaboration
- Work closely with the Manager, Photo & Video Production and Senior Photographer to execute creative direction
- Collaborate with Art Directors and cross-functional partners to meet project goals
- Build strong working relationships on set and during planning
- Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment
- Share feedback and ideas to improve workflows and output
Studio & Equipment
- Maintain and operate photography equipment to industry standards
- Support overall studio organization and readiness
- Assist with testing and implementing new tools, techniques, or equipment
- We use G Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Google Docs, Meet, etc) to work and Slack to collaborate and communicate, with your choice of Mac or PC device.
Who You Are
- 3–6 years of professional photography experience (studio, commercial, or product-focused preferred)
- A strong portfolio demonstrating technical execution and consistency
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong understanding of studio lighting systems and setups
- Experience working in production-driven studio environments
Product & Visual Acumen:
- Strong eye for composition, lighting, and color accuracy
- Ability to execute creative direction with consistency and attention to detail
- Understanding of how lighting and capture impact final image output
Tools We Use:
- Capture One
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Studio lighting systems
- Google Suite
Working Style:
- You’re detail-oriented and take pride in producing high-quality work
- You’re adaptable and can problem-solve in a fast-paced studio environment
- You manage multiple priorities while staying organized
- You collaborate well and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel across Canada and the United States for off-site shoots, as needed
- Legally able to work in Canada
- Completion of a criminal background check
Perks & Benefits
Wealth:
- The salary range is $65,000 to $85,000. The starting salary will be determined by your transferable skills, knowledge, work experience, and the hiring team’s budget, which is based on business needs, market compensation data, and internal equity
Life:
- 15 days of vacation*
- 1 extra day off (Inclusion and Diversity Day)
- 6 well-being (sick) days
- Hybrid work: 3 days a week in the office
Total Health:
- Excellent extended health and dental benefits packages
- $1000 health/lifestyle spending account* for your total physical and mental well-being
- TELUS Health App
- Mental Health Assistance/Counseling
- Virtual medical appointments
Office Space:
- The Article HQ is a converted warehouse, with an open accessible layout and no offices (even for our founders)
- Work from your desk, an Article sofa, collaboration spaces, or a private meeting room
- Standup desks can be requested too
- Our kitchens are stocked with salty, sweet and healthy snacks, & all the premium coffees and teas to keep you buzzing
- Onsite fitness equipment with showers and towel service
- Pickleball, badminton, and table tennis matches happen, from very competitive to very casual
- A dog-friendly office - well-socialized pups are welcome
Getting here:
- Free street parking (first come, first serve; no reserved spots for senior leaders)
- Indoor secure bike storage with change rooms and showers
- 20-minute walk to either Main Street- Science World or VCC Clark Skytrain stations
Extra:
- 45% discount on our entire product range (15% for friends and family)
*Prorated
About Article
Hi there, we’re Article. 👋 Since 2013 we’ve been redefining the furniture industry one sofa at a time.
- Vancouver, Canada is home to our HQ (and our first retail store)
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is home to our Asia HQ
- Our US and Canadian logistics network serves our customers coast to coast
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Hiring:
At Article, we value authenticity and transparency in our hiring process. We want to get to know the real you, not an AI-generated version. Here are some guidelines around Artificial Intelligence in Hiring and what we expect from you.
From us, you can expect that humans make hiring decisions.
Criminal Background Checks:
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
At Article, we value authenticity and transparency in our hiring process. We want to get to know the real you, not an AI-generated version. Here are some guidelines around Artificial Intelligence in Hiring and what we expect from you.
From us, you can expect that humans make hiring decisions.
Criminal Background Checks:
Having a criminal record does not restrict your employment at Article. Criminal background checks are only conducted with your permission and after a conditional employment offer has been accepted.
The decision if a criminal record will restrict your employment will be made on a case-by-case basis, where we conduct an "individualized assessment"—a reasoned, evidence-based determination as to whether the applicant's past conviction has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific job duties of the position.
Work Authorization:
Unless otherwise stated, all open roles require legal authorization to work in the location where the job is based, without requiring VISA sponsorship.
For US-based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
Be Aware of Scam Jobs/ Recruitment Fraud:
Click here for more information on Scam Jobs. If you receive a suspicious message or job offer claiming to be from Article, please do not engage. Forward the message to careers@article.com so we can investigate.
For US-based roles, Article participates in E-Verify
Be Aware of Scam Jobs/ Recruitment Fraud:
Click here for more information on Scam Jobs. If you receive a suspicious message or job offer claiming to be from Article, please do not engage. Forward the message to careers@article.com so we can investigate.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
At Article, we value and respect individuals for their different talents, skills, abilities, and unique contributions. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, personal beliefs, or any other classification protected by federal, state, provincial, and local laws and ordinances.
Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations are related to a disability or another protected characteristic. Applicants can also request accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process by notifying the hiring team or emailing ta.accommodation@article.com. This email is dedicated to accommodation requests only—non-related messages will not receive a response.
Our Hiring Process
Not quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.
