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Calling all graphic designers! Kink BMX are looking for a Graphic Designer to join their team out in New York right now and have put together a full listing for you to find out if it’s the job for you! Check out the full job description and requirements down below after the jump!
Are you a photographer looking for a job in the BMX industry? Blackout Distribution is hiring for a Product Photographer. Blackout is the home of Kink BMX, Cinema BMX, Mission BMX, so those would be the primary brands you would be shooting. Check out the full details below!
“Blackout Distribution is now hiring for an in-house Product Photographer with a focus on studio product photography and retouching. Video experience is a bonus, but not required. This position is primarily in-house with some work-from-home possibilities. Blackout Distribution is looking for someone passionate in photography, BMX, and lifestyle-based culture to add to its creative team for its in-house brands Kink BMX, Cinema BMX, and Mission BMX. To apply, send an email with your portfolio and experience to jobs@kinkbmx.com.
Location: Rochester, New York Available: Immediately Position: Full Time (In-House) Wages: Competitive
Benefits: Health Care Options, Paid Vacation Time, Bonus Plan, Free Product Allowance
Responsibilities
● Photograph products in studio for online and print use, following existing angles and lighting
● Retouch images using Adobe Photoshop. Silo, clean up, and composite multiple images for final use
● Image processing, exporting files in a variety of resolutions
● Sorting and archiving digital files, exporting to specific folders on Dropbox and local servers
● Prepping products for shooting, cleaning bikes and parts, steaming and lint rolling apparel, etc.
● Building sets for different styles of shooting, ex. apparel set, warehouse floor set, lifestyle lighting setup, etc.
● General studio organization and upkeep, keeping equipment and sets organized for ongoing projects
● Assist Lead Photographer on larger photoshoots, setting up and adjusting lighting on location or studio, help
moving, equipment, etc.
● On location product photography, photographing products in various locations with available light
Requirements
● Reliable, detailed, and highly organized
● Must have a keen eye for detail and quality control, and provide mistake-free work
● Maintain production of a high volume of images under tight deadlines
● Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment
● Must have enough experience to feel comfortable shooting and styling product and lifestyle shots without needing
heavy management or direction
● Must be determined to see a project through to the finish
● Excellent knowledge of photo techniques including, shooting, lighting, editing, and archiving
● Strong knowledge of photo preparation for both print and digital use
● Must be willing to learn new skills and techniques independently
● Video experience is preferred but not required
Software
● High proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Bridge
● Proficiency in MacOS, Dropbox, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office
● Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and After Effects preferred but not mandatory
Education
● Bachelor’s degree preferred but not mandatory if sufficient experience
Experience
● 2+ years commercial/product photographing, retouching, and color correction experience preferred
● BMX, bicycle, action sports, or lifestyle brand background/experience preferred” – Blackout Distribution
Looking for a job or you just want to make the switch to working in the BMX industry full-time? Well, if you’re a creative director and graphic designer that’s willing to make the move to Rochester, New York, you can work for Kink BMX! Kink is looking for a new Creative Director / Graphic Designer and have opened up their application process for the job! If you’re interested you can learn more about the job below. You can also either email jobs@kinkbmx.com with your resume and portfolio, or if you have any questions. You can also apply online RIGHT HERE! We have a feeling this one might get filled quickly, so get on it if you’re looking for this kind of job!
Full details on the job below…
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Hey, slacker! Looking to get a job working in the BMX industry? Well, if you’re willing to make the move to Spain, you could work for Flybikes! They’re hiring for a sales and eCommerce manager that will be in charge of making sales to shops and distributors around the world, as well as helping grow their online store sales. If you have a background in sales and have tech skills, are down to live in Spain and have a history in BMX, this might just be the dream job you have been looking for!
“Flybikes are looking for a Sales Manager with industry experience, ideally within the BMX industry or a similar sales management role.
Location: Nigran, Spain (Flybikes Headquarters)
Position available Immediately.
– Fluid in Spanish and English languages. Other languages are a bonus.
– This is an in-house full time position to work with our team in Nigran, Spain.
- E-commerce specialist.
– E-commerce management skills.
– Driven with an excellent work ethic.
– Forward thinking
- Self-starter and excellent time management.
– Excellent organizational skills.
– Detail oriented.
– Excellent communication and people skills.
– Able to work well within a group environment and a team player.
– Able to meet deadlines, accomplish tasks and goals with minimal supervision and provide mistake-free work.
– Manage orders from our distributors and dealers worldwide
– Meet and exceed sales goals and requirements assigned
– Maintain close relationship our distributors and dealers.
– Manage online sales
– Maintenance of our B2B and online store.
– Customer care
Send portfolio, cover letter and resume for consideration to: info@flybikes.com”
Well… Here’s a somewhat strange email that we just received from Tree Bicycle Co. owner, Sam Schulte. It would appear that Tree Bicycle Co. are looking to hire a Brand Manager? Except it’s a little more than that… You would be in control of running the entire company. So, if you’re looking for a job in the BMX industry and have always dreamed of running a BMX company, here is your chance. Below is a brief run through of the responsibilities and what your pay could be. It sounds like this job would be for somebody willing to risk it all to turn the company around and make it profitable once again. Not an easy task in the BMX industry. So, if you’re highly motivated and know what it takes, this might be for you.
“Tree Bicycle Co.
Sam Schulte Owner of Tree is offering a rare opportunity for a rare individual.
-The perfect person is someone who is well versed in digital marketing, branding, sales, thinks outside of the box, has owned or ran a business, etc.
-You must have BMX in your soul
-You can work from any location Worldwide
-Completely driven and motivated to pursue things you are passionate about, without the need for direction from a boss.
-Someone who can be given a plan and then execute that plan to the fullest extent. You will have complete freedom and autonomy in this role I only require that you produce the results.
-You will be responsible for running the entire company. You will be paid a percentage of the revenue you produce. At first you won’t be making much money but if you properly execute the plan I have laid out you have the potential of making a very nice living.
-I am only looking for someone who wants to put value out, and will work relentlessly to achieve the goals for Tree even when there is no reward for your efforts in sight.
You can email me why you think you would be the right person for the job at (subject: Tree Position) sam@treebicycleco.com Formal resume is not necessary, but give enough reason as to why you have the skills or drive needed. Or Call 314-352-1501 and leave a message.”
… Sounds like a challenge.
Hey, slacker! Yeah you! Looking for a job in the BMX industry? Are you good at managing multiple social media channels and know what it takes to create successful marketing campaigns? Well, Kink Bike Co. is hiring for a Media and Marketing Coordinator. Get the full scoop below! No, this isn’t just “I’m good at posting selfies on Instagram and I get a lot of likes.”
Details below…
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The guys over at Kink have a job opening for an In-House Photographer and Videographer that they are looking to fill! If you’re looking for a job in the BMX industry and you are good with a camera, design and social media management, this might just be the job for you to get your foot in the door! Check out the full details below!
“For Immediate Release – January 28th, 2015
Kink BMX is now hiring for an in house photographer/videographer. Kink is looking for someone passionate in photo, video and BMX to add to its creative team. To apply, send an email with your portfolio and experience to info@kinkbmx.com.
Location: Rochester, New York
Available: Immediately
Position: Full Time & In House
Wages: Competitive
Benefits: Health Care, Vacation Time, Bonus Plans
Position Description and Responsibilities:
-Coordinate and execute a variety of photo and video assignments, including product, commercial, studio, on location and editorial style content.
-Shooting, editing, processing, retouching and organizing photos for catalogs, advertisements, web and social media content.
-Filming, editing, exporting and organizing video footage and projects for advertisements, web and social media content.
-Supplying graphic designer(s) with photo and video assets for a wide variety of projects.
Requirements:
-Minimum of 2-3 years photo shooting, retouching, and color correction experience.
-Extremely reliable, detailed and highly organized.
-Must have a keen eye for detail and quality control, and provide mistake-free work.
-Maintain production of a high volume of images under tight deadlines.
-Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment.
-Work closely with graphic designers for catalog layouts, ads, website, etc.
-Must have enough experience to feel comfortable shooting and styling product and lifestyle shots without needing heavy management or direction.
-Must be determined to see a project through to the finish.
-Excellent knowledge of photo/video techniques including, shooting, lighting, editing and archiving.
-Strong knowledge of current photo/video technology and equipment.
-Strong knowledge of photo preparation for both print and digital use.
-Must be willing to learn new skills and techniques independently.
-Marketing and social media experience preferred but not required.
-Motion graphic and animation skills also preferred but not required.
Required Software Skills:
-High proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere, and After Effects.
-Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps software.
-Beginner to intermediate proficiency with YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Issuu.
Education:
-Bachelor’s degree preferred but not mandatory if sufficient experience.
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There have been a ton of job openings in the BMX industry lately. Here’s a pretty wild one for you art and design guys! Fly Bikes now have a full-time position for an in house graphic designer! You can find out if you are qualified by CLICKING HERE. Do note that this job would require you to live in Vigo, Spain (which isn’t a bad thing…)
