Creative Director

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture. Purpose of the Position The Graphics Production Supervisor leads the graphics team in preparing and producing all necessary graphics for our ecommerce site. This role sets and ensures quality standards, identifies, and implements workflow improvements, and manages product photography assets and equipment updates. Collaboration with Technical Marketers and Marketing Managers is essential to achieve desired outcomes. The role relies on experience, judgment, and standard operating procedures to plan and accomplish goals. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: • Leads the graphics team in the preparation and production of all graphics and layouts necessary to support our ecommerce site and product documentation as well as other marketing deliverables, as needed, to meet business needs. Creates and ensures proper usage of all website templates. • Directly supervise the Graphic Artists in the development of products and services. • Reviews design work of graphics personnel and provides feedback and mentorship to ensure consistency of design. • Enables and ensures all Graphic Designers remain up to date on production standards and contribute to production needs, providing feedback on production-related performance. • Works closely with Marketing Managers to achieve desired outcomes, addressing quality issues or template inconsistencies. • Performs and reviews quality control processes ensuring: All new images are tagged correctly before being archived. All photos on the web adhere to color correction standards. All photos for web are named correctly and uploaded to the correct location. All product photos are taken at the correct angle from both sides. Keeps abreast of new programs, updates to current programs, and new camera/lighting equipment advances, seeking approval for upgrades when deemed appropriate. * Identifies opportunities to enhance the productivity and efficiency of the graphics team while simultaneously improving the overall quality of our web graphics. Evaluates potential modifications to processes that could optimize workflow and productivity. * Contributes to the formulation of the preliminary annual budget and oversees expenditures to ensure compliance with established limits. * Provides training to current personnel on the utilization of new programs and conducts retraining when skill gaps are recognized. Designs and facilitates training sessions focused on skill enhancement. Requirements Experience: • 5+ years of graphics experience in a production environment. Education: • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field or equivalent work experience Specialized Knowledge and Skills: • Advanced mastery of the Adobe Suite of Programs • Able to conceptualize and design project scope through to final project. • Strong art portfolio, demonstrating expertise in graphic design for various marketing collateral. • Strong oral and written communication. • Strong interpersonal skills for working in a team environment. • Strong attention to detail and ability to self-review work for accuracy and brand adherence. • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment, multitask, be detail oriented • Demonstrated work ethic, ownership, and accountability; ability to individually drive initiatives. • Strong project management skills to deliver successful outcomes on time and within budget Relationships Direct Reports: This position has direct supervisory responsibilities. Graphic Artists The estimated pay range for this role is $66,930 - $83,665 annually Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Benefits Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

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Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture. Purpose of the Position The Graphics Production Supervisor leads the graphics team in preparing and producing all necessary graphics for our ecommerce site. This role sets and ensures quality standards, identifies, and implements workflow improvements, and manages product photography assets and equipment updates. Collaboration with Technical Marketers and Marketing Managers is essential to achieve desired outcomes. The role relies on experience, judgment, and standard operating procedures to plan and accomplish goals. Although the location of the position is in Newton, NJ, from time to time it may be required to undertake duties at other Thorlabs locations. Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to: • Leads the graphics team in the preparation and production of all graphics and layouts necessary to support our ecommerce site and product documentation as well as other marketing deliverables, as needed, to meet business needs. Creates and ensures proper usage of all website templates. • Directly supervise the Graphic Artists in the development of products and services. • Reviews design work of graphics personnel and provides feedback and mentorship to ensure consistency of design. • Enables and ensures all Graphic Designers remain up to date on production standards and contribute to production needs, providing feedback on production-related performance. • Works closely with Marketing Managers to achieve desired outcomes, addressing quality issues or template inconsistencies. • Performs and reviews quality control processes ensuring: All new images are tagged correctly before being archived. All photos on the web adhere to color correction standards. All photos for web are named correctly and uploaded to the correct location. All product photos are taken at the correct angle from both sides. Keeps abreast of new programs, updates to current programs, and new camera/lighting equipment advances, seeking approval for upgrades when deemed appropriate. * Identifies opportunities to enhance the productivity and efficiency of the graphics team while simultaneously improving the overall quality of our web graphics. Evaluates potential modifications to processes that could optimize workflow and productivity. * Contributes to the formulation of the preliminary annual budget and oversees expenditures to ensure compliance with established limits. * Provides training to current personnel on the utilization of new programs and conducts retraining when skill gaps are recognized. Designs and facilitates training sessions focused on skill enhancement. Requirements Experience: • 5+ years of graphics experience in a production environment. Education: • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field or equivalent work experience Specialized Knowledge and Skills: • Advanced mastery of the Adobe Suite of Programs • Able to conceptualize and design project scope through to final project. • Strong art portfolio, demonstrating expertise in graphic design for various marketing collateral. • Strong oral and written communication. • Strong interpersonal skills for working in a team environment. • Strong attention to detail and ability to self-review work for accuracy and brand adherence. • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment, multitask, be detail oriented • Demonstrated work ethic, ownership, and accountability; ability to individually drive initiatives. • Strong project management skills to deliver successful outcomes on time and within budget Relationships Direct Reports: This position has direct supervisory responsibilities. Graphic Artists The estimated pay range for this role is $66,930 - $83,665 annually Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Benefits Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.

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At Front Row, we partner with leading brands to accelerate their ecommerce growth. We leverage our capabilities and proprietary technology to design, market, distribute and accelerate brands on a global scale. We’re continually cultivating functional areas of expertise and retaining the highest caliber of talent — while sharing knowledge and data, creating efficiencies, and looking at every aspect of our client’s business from a 360 perspective. We work effectively to give every client the hands-on support, niche knowledge, and first-access they need to win in the world’s most competitive commerce markets and make each of our six capabilities the first to act on the next big things. We live for the exchange of energy between brands and audiences, you should too, and we’ve made it our mission to expand every brand’s market share and heart share. Because we believe every transaction has the potential to be transformational. We leverage data-driven insights from Catapult, our proprietary technology, and our deep understanding of marketplaces like Amazon, Walmart.com, TikTok Shop, to craft strategies unique to each brand we work with while protecting their pricing and channel strategies at every lifecycle stage and in any global market. Founded in 2012 with over 400 employees through various acquisitions. Private equity backed - Trivest Partners 250+ notable brands like Glow Recipe, Youth to the People, HUM Nutrition, Scrub Daddy, and more! Inc.’s 5,000 Fastest-Growing Companies three years in a row Offices in New York, San Diego, Hamburg and Bratislava As Front Row expands its commerce capabilities and internship programs, we are seeking an ambitious Photography Intern who is innovative, experienced and excited to be part of a fast-paced environment that creates new and engaging content every day. This is an unpaid, on-site, internship based out of our office and studio in Downtown San Diego. You will have the opportunity to work in a creative environment every day in the Beauty and Lifestyle industry, and will directly support the Photography Team with day-to-day creative operations of the agency. The ideal candidate has proven success in articulating a concept, sourcing inspiration, shooting, and editing photos, all while managing several tasks and responsibilities at once. You will report to the Head of Photography and Director of Creative Strategy & Production, and be a collaborative team member of the Photo Team and the creative department. How You Will Make a Difference You will develop, concept and pitch creative ideas internally with confidence You will be an ambitious, proactive member of the Creative Team You will maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment What You’ll Do: Shoot and edit for weekly, monthly and quarterly photo needs and social content Work with other members on the creative and account management teams to execute the brand’s goals Take part in and assist with all facets of creative productions as per client needs, from pre-production to shooting to post-production Requirements 2+ years experience in photography High proficiency with the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Capture One, the Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite Exceptional knowledge of lighting and retouching Intermediate knowledge of camera operation Ability to determine lighting requirements for shots Excellent interpersonal communication skills Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment Solid work history Sense of ownership and understanding of its impact on company’s success Critical thinking and problem-solving skills The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively Impeccable time management skills Bonus Points if: You have experience on set and/or in studio You have agency experience You have beauty, food or lifestyle experience To apply, you must submit the following: Resume Link to a portfolio of work; Applications without a portfolio submission will not be considered Link to retouching examples (skin and product) In addition, we ask that you please prepare retouching samples to walkthrough in your interview. Benefits Intern Perks! Opportunity for career growth + development A fast-paced, high energy + dog friendly office space in Downtown San Diego Unlimited snacks and coffee in the San Diego office to keep you fueled for AGENCY LIFE Free Lunch Thursdays for in-office team members

Expert Art Writing and Editing - clear concise compelling articles, exhibition reviews, artist profiles, and more Content creator writing across a variety of art platforms with a strong background in art working to improve article performance Creation of blog posts for art projects and digital media Please send resume for consideration