Product Photo & Design Intern
Job Summary
TRENDYMAX (M) SDN BHD is looking for an Internship Product Photography & Design team member to build a scalable visual catalogue for e-commerce. The role involves hands-on product shooting, simple set styling, and visual design to drive conversions. The successful candidate will gain practical experience in photo editing, studio lighting, and visual merchandising.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute product photo shoots for clothing and accessories
- Operate camera and studio lighting equipment for various image types
- Edit and retouch images to meet web and mobile standards
- Collaborate with merchandising and marketing teams for shoot scheduling
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
- Experience with DSLR or mirrorless cameras and studio lighting
- Basic understanding of e-commerce image requirements
- Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
Job Details
Requirements Responsibilities
Creative Production
- Plan and execute product photo shoots for clothing and accessories, including simple set design and styling. Ensure shots match our brand look and web requirements.
- Operate camera and lighting equipment to capture flat lays, on-model, and detail images. Maintain consistent composition across product ranges.
- Prepare mood boards and shot lists for each collection to keep shoots efficient and on brief. Manage time on set to meet daily production targets.
- Assist in small-scale product videos or GIF clips for social if required, using basic motion techniques.
Post-Production & Asset Management
- Edit and retouch images to meet quality and size standards for web and mobile. Organise files with clear naming and version control.
- Create cutouts, color-corrected images, and multiple aspect ratios for listings and ads. Export assets optimized for fast page load.
- Maintain a catalog of master files and publish-ready images so the team can reuse assets quickly.
- Follow brand guidelines and propose small visual refinements to improve image clarity and consistency.
Collaboration & E-commerce Support
- Work with merchandising and marketing to schedule shoots and prioritise SKUs that need new visuals. Communicate progress and delivery dates.
- Help upload and tag product images in the content management system when required. Provide brief usage notes for each asset.
- Share learnings from shoot days to improve product preparation, packing, and styling processes.
- Support packaging or simple prop sourcing to ensure shoots run smoothly.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Fresh graduates or entry-level candidates with 0 years of experience are welcome. Show a strong portfolio of personal or student work.
- Diploma or certificate in photography, design, visual communication, or related fields is preferred but not mandatory.
- Available for full-time work with flexible hours on shoot days and occasional short deadlines.
- Willingness to work from a studio or office location where product shoots take place.
Hard Skills & Knowledge
- Proven practical skills in Photo Shooting, Photo Editing, and Digital Photography. Comfortable handling DSLR or mirrorless cameras.
- Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, and basic knowledge of image export for web. Familiarity with studio lighting setups is required.
- Basic understanding of e-commerce image requirements, file formats, and simple retouching techniques.
- Organisational skills to manage asset folders and track versions for multiple SKUs.
Soft Skills & Qualities
- Clear communicator who can take direction and ask concise questions on shoot days. Able to collaborate with non-design teams.
- Detail oriented, patient with repetitive tasks, and focused on visual consistency across many products.
- Adaptable and curious, ready to learn faster retouching workflows and small video editing tasks.
- Positive attitude, punctual, and reliable when handling physical product and equipment.