Position Overview
The Frans Lanting Studio is seeking a highly organized Office Manager / Executive Assistant to manage its multifaceted operation from a modern studio/gallery in Santa Cruz, CA, four blocks from the Monterey Bay.
The Studio is the home base of Frans Lanting, a world-renowned nature photographer, and his partner, writer and editor, Christine Eckstrom. Together they promote understanding about the natural world through images, stories, and projects that convey a passion for nature and a sense of wonder about our living planet. Through their work and alliances, they create leverage for conservation efforts ranging from local initiatives to global campaigns.
This full-time position requires someone who excels at juggling multiple responsibilities and changing priorities and likes working on inspiring projects in a small, creative office environment with talented staff and outside contractors.
Primary Responsibilities
Office Administration & Communications
· Support studio principals' needs
· Manage communications and contact database
· Coordinate calendars
· Manage project master file systems
· Fulfill fine print requests and image licensing needs
· Manage social media accounts and studio websites
· Invoice clients for products and services
Project and Event Management
· Develop relationships and manage projects with publishers and other clients in coordination with studio principals
· Work with the studio's Digital Asset Manager (DAM) to implement projects
· Coordinate public appearances and photography workshops
· Coordinate exhibitions with museums and galleries
· Manage studio and gallery events
Preferred Skill Set & Background
· 5+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or Administrative/Office Manager
· Familiarity with the photographic or publishing industries
· Proficiency with Mac operating systems, Apple applications, and Microsoft Office products
· Familiarity with Adobe products (Acrobat, Lightroom and Photoshop) and FileMaker Pro
· Familiarity with WordPress, MailChimp, and Square point of sale
Before applying, please check www.lanting.com, www.BayofLife.net, and our Instagram accounts, @FransLanting and @ChristineEckstrom.
Send a resume and cover letter to office@lanting.com describing the skills you would bring to the position. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Please, no phone calls.
