Ecommerce Studio Lead (Photographer & Stylist)

About us:

From our humble beginnings in 1964 as a traditional furniture store in Windhoek, Namibia, Weylandts has grown into South Africa’s leading furniture and homeware retailer with 9 stores nationwide. Chris Weylandt inherited his father’s eye for extraordinary furniture and an appreciation for good living in its broadest sense. Under his leadership, the brand evolved into one that is synonymous with bold, confident aesthetics and timeless taste. At the heart of Weylandts’ vision is a unique fusion of clean, contemporary design with the soul of natural material.

Purpose of the Role:

At Weylandts, we believe every product tells a story, one of craftsmanship, superior quality and timeless design. The Ecommerce Studio Lead plays a pivotal role in bringing that story to life online, ensuring that every image reflects the quality and aesthetic integrity of the Weylandts brand. This is a photography and studio leadership role, where you will be responsible for the end-to-end output, consistency, and excellence of the ecommerce studio. You will take ownership of the studio’s performance, leading a small team and creating a professional, efficient environment where beautiful, consistent, on-brand imagery is produced at pace.

Key Responsibilities:

Studio Leadership & Output

• Own and manage all ecommerce studio deliverables
• Lead and coordinate the studio team, working closely with the DC operations supervisor.
• Ensure efficient workflows, planning, and on-time delivery

Photography & Styling

• Shoot and style product pack shots
• Ensure consistency in lighting, composition, and styling across all imagery
• Work across both studio and occasionally in-store environments

Quality Control & Brand Alignment

• Maintain and uphold ecommerce visual standards across all assets
• Review and approve final images before publishing
• Ensure alignment with website guidelines and brand aesthetic

Operations & Administration

• Manage image library, tagging, and archiving in collaboration with Retoucher.
• Maintain studio equipment and environment
• Continuously improve processes for efficiency and consistency

Collaboration

• Report to the Ecommerce & Content Lead
• Work closely with Internal stakeholders to ensure output meets company standards overall

Required Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in product or ecommerce photography
• Experience leading or managing a small team
• Strong technical knowledge of studio lighting and photography equipment
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
• Product styling ability and attention to detail

Key Attributes

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Organised, structured, and detail-oriented
• Able to deliver consistently under pressure
• Collaborative with solid interpersonal skills
• Interested in building long-term expertise in the role

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence and own transport

Why Join Weylandts?

• Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salaries aligned with market standards, performance-based incentives, and generous staff discounts.
• Employee Benefits: Provident Fund which includes life assurance, income protection & funeral cover
• Work-Life Balance: We’re committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance through reduced working hours and access to wellness support.
• Flexible Leave: Our updated leave policy offers up to 20 days for Retail and Head Office teams and up to 18 days for the Distribution Centre.
• Growth Culture: We champion internal growth by promoting from within, nurturing a learning culture, and investing in high-potential talent.
• People-First Culture: Driven by design, integrity, and shared passion

Note: Whilst this job description covers most aspects of the employee’s role, it is not an exhaustive list. There may be other related areas where the Company can reasonably expect the employee to become involved in. Similarly, subject to operational requirements, this description will be reviewed from time to time.