Samy's Camera Employment Opportunities

Below is a list of current openings at Samy's Camera. Samy's Camera is an equal opportunity employer. Due to the overwhelming amount of resumes received, we are unable to respond to them all. No phone calls regarding employment at Samy's Camera will be accepted. Please submit all resumes and applications to the email address provided in each job listing.

Sales Associates Wanted - Samy's Santa Ana

Established Southern California Camera retailer is seeking experienced sales people for our Santa Ana location. Ideal candidates must have knowledge of the latest digital point and shoot cameras, prosumer and professional camera equipment, large format digital camera systems, video equipment, i.e., video cameras, video editing, decks, sound, lighting and computer experience. Candidates must have prior retail sales experience, excellent customer service skills and available to work weekends. We seek a polished professional that thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

• Sells a broad range of products to customers and works to achieve the highest-level of customer satisfaction
• Resolve specific customer questions
• Accurately operate point of sale system, being sure to capture proper sales information for all transactions.

Requirements

• Retail sales experience a must
• Knowledge of professional digital point and shoot cameras, video cameras, photography accessories such as tripods, Bags and Digital Media
• Prosumer and professional camera equipment
• Large format
• Lighting 
• Required to work weekends
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual a plus
• High School diploma or equivalent

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision
• 401K plan
• Employee discounts
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Mini Lab (Full Time) - Samy's Santa Ana

Samy's Camera has an immediate opening for a professional person to help out in our Santa Ana Mini Lab. We are seeking a motivated, hard working individual who prides him/herself on time-management and professional results, someone who is capable of troubleshooting when minor problems arise in the lab. Ideal candidate must have a strong back ground in lab production. We seek a polished professional that thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties:

Include printing, scanning and retouching in a photography-based environment. Must pay exceptional attention to detail and be proficient at color correction. Must have excellent customer service skills and available to work weekends.

Required skills:

Proficient on PC/MAC platforms, Photoshop-Retouching / Repair / Processing RAW files, Color management with large format printing using Noritsu QSS Green, and Canon Printers, plus scanning prints and negatives.

Requirements

• Experience using Noritsu systems and Photoshop  
• Excellent customer service
• Able to multi-task
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual a plus
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm 

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Optional Dental and Vision
• 401K plan with Employer participation
• Employee discounts
• Sick Pay, Vacation , and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Cinema Product Manager

Samy's Camera is looking for a Full Time experienced Cinema Products Product Manager who is passionate about finding products that our customers will love

Current experience in Cinema Production or a Cinema Retail environment required. You will join a dynamic and fast-paced environment and work with cross-functional teams to design, build and roll-out products that deliver the company's vision and strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Identify the Newest, AND Coolest products in the marketplace to see if they can be added to our assortment.
• Gain a deep understanding of customer experience, identify and fill product gaps and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth.
• Create buy-in for the product vision both internally and with and our vendors. Communicate with our stores directly for input and feedback from our customers.
• Develop product pricing and positioning strategies
• Translate product strategy into detailed marketing and merchandising requirements.
• Scope and prioritize activities based on business and customer impact. Education, Events, In Store and Digital merchandising.
• Work closely with distribution, marketing, and store teams to deliver quick time-to-market and optimal return on investment
• Drive product launches including working with our marketing team, executives, and other product management team members for maximum results
• Evaluate promotional plans to ensure that they are consistent with product line strategy and that the message is effectively conveyed
• Act as a product evangelist to build awareness and understanding within the company

Skills

• Proven work experience in product management specifically with Cinema Products
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle
• Proven ability to develop product and marketing strategies and effectively communicate recommendations to executive management
• Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in purchasing and inventory management
• Strong problem solving skills and willingness to roll up one's sleeves to get the job
• Skilled at working effectively with cross functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Great benefits package includes participation in Major Medical policy, Life Insurance policy, 401K plan, Employee discounts, Direct Deposit, Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay.

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Digital Technician (Full Time) - Samy's Los Angeles

Samy's Camera, Fairfax location has immediate full-time position available for an experienced Digital Technician to join our rental department team. Ideal candidate must have working knowledge of medium format digital back, Phase one, Hasselblad, DLSR, mirrorless, and Capture one. Must be familiar with photography, Photoshop Software, and Mac proficient. Because we value loyal, optimistic employees who enjoy working as part of a team, we offer great benefits, solid management, and a fun work environment.

Job Duties:

• You will join our Fairfax team assisting customers with rental orders and questions concerning photography equipment. Some clerical work and inventory maintenance required.

Requirements

• Must have retail experience 
• Must have experience with computers 
• Basic knowledge of photography 
• Knowledge of DSLR stills, video, audio, lighting, strobe 
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills 
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy 
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment 
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines 
• Able to lift 50 lbs. 
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Required to work Saturday's

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Optional Dental and Vision
• 401K plan with Employer participation
• Employee discounts
• Sick Pay, Vacation , and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Full-Time Photoshop Wizard / Artist / Digital Imaging Technician - Samy's Los Angeles

For over 40 years, Samy's Camera has been the leader in sales of the highest quality imaging products and the ultimate resource for the professional and amateur photographer. Our Fairfax location has an immediate opening for a full time Photoshop Artist who has some experience and a background in photography. We seek a striving professional who thrives in a fast paced environment, although we will train as needed.

Job Duties:

The Ideal Candidate must have prior experience using Adobe Photoshop CC. Responsibilities include printing, scanning, basic graphic design, and retouching in a photography-based environment. This candidate must have excellent customer service skills, be self-motivated, disciplined, must be a team player, and able to multi-task. If this sounds like the perfect job for you, then bring your positive attitude and good work ethic and join our successful service team.

Requirements

• Adobe Photoshop CC 2021
• Wacom Tablet
• Knowledge of photography digital & film)
• Excellent Customer Service
• A discerning eye for color, composition, and balance
• Able to Multi-task
• Able to work within a Monday - Friday work week
• Excellent communication skills
• Bilingual a plus
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Provide a printed portfolio or link to website

Benefits

• Full-time benefits include participation in a major medical plan, 401k, employee discounts, paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay.

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Rental Associate (Full Time) - Samy's Playa Vista

Samy's Camera, Playa Vista location has immediate full-time positions available for experienced rental associates to join our team. Ideal candidate must have knowledge in photography, DSLR, video, audio, and lighting equipment. Because we value loyal, optimistic employees who enjoy working as part of a team. We offer great benefits.

Job Duties:

• You will join our Fairfax team assisting customers with rental orders and questions concerning photography equipment. Some clerical work and inventory maintenance required.

Requirements

• Must have experience with computers
• Basic knowledge of photography
• Knowledge of digital, film, video cameras, lighting and computer equipment
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Required to work weekends

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision
• 401K plan
• Employee discounts
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Rental Associate (Full Time) - Samy's Los Angeles

Samy's Camera, Fairfax location has immediate full-time positions available for experienced rental associates to join our team. Ideal candidate must have knowledge in photography, DSLR, video, audio, and lighting equipment. Because we value loyal, optimistic employees who enjoy working as part of a team. We offer great benefits.

Job Duties:

• You will join our Fairfax team assisting customers with rental orders and questions concerning photography equipment. Some clerical work and inventory maintenance required.

Requirements

• Must have experience with computers
• Basic knowledge of photography
• Knowledge of digital, film, video cameras, lighting and computer equipment
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Required to work weekends

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision
• 401K plan
• Employee discounts
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Rental Associate (Full Time) - Samy's Santa Ana

Samy's Camera, Santa Ana location has immediate full-time positions available for experienced rental associates to join our team. Ideal candidate must have knowledge in photography, DSLR, video, audio, and lighting equipment. Because we value loyal, optimistic employees who enjoy working as part of a team. We offer great benefits.

Job Duties:

• You will join our Santa Ana team assisting customers with rental orders and questions concerning photography equipment. Some clerical work and inventory maintenance required.

Requirements

• Must have experience with computers
• Basic knowledge of photography
• Knowledge of digital, film, video cameras, lighting and computer equipment
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated organizational skills, with ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Required to work weekends

Benefits

• Participation in a Major Medical plan
• Life Insurance
• Dental and Vision
• 401K plan
• Employee discounts
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit

Qualified applicants only please. Due to the large number of resumes received, we will only contact the most qualified applicants. Please e-mail your resume to apply.

Samy's Camera will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance and applicable California law.

Samy's Camera is an equal opportunity employer.