Team Lead, Photography

Stantec

. Develop and maintain the MCPR photography strategy, approach, standards, and scalable workflows .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaSenior💰 CA$98,300 - CA$147,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in photography strategy, art direction, and team leadership while effectively managing photography assets and workflows. Proficient in prioritizing requests and integrating emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance visual identity and branding.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Photography Strategy DevelopmentTeam LeadershipAdobe Creative SuitePhotography Asset ManagementArt Direction

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Hard Skills

PhotographyArt DirectionBudget TrackingWorkflow ManagementImage ProcessingContract NegotiationLicensing ComplianceCreative Brief DevelopmentShot List CreationPerformance Review

Soft Skills

Exceptional PrioritizationOrganizational SkillsEffective CommunicationInnovative MindsetCollaborative Team Culture

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in MarketingBachelor's Degree in Photography

Industry Keywords

BrandingPhotography StandardsVisual IdentityEmerging TechnologiesInternal Client Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain the MCPR photography strategy, approach, standards, and scalable workflows
Prioritize photography requests based on business impact, marketing value, timing, budget, and support requirements
Track program activity, budgets, photography spend, schedules, image usage, and impact
Maintain photography guidance, templates, tools, training, and internal and external resources
Manage the photography asset library, archiving, organization, distribution, and licensing compliance
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, including AI, into photography tools and image processing
Develop a qualified network of photographers and support selection, contracting, negotiations, agreements, licensing, and usage requirements
Champion Stantec's photography standards and visual identity
Partner with Brand & Creative and marketing teams on image needs and art direction
Develop creative briefs and shot lists, direct photographers on key shoots, and select and approve final images
Review and approve imagery for the website and the Lens intranet
Lead, coach, and develop a team of photography specialists
Plan and allocate workload and resources across business operating units and geographies
Conduct check-ins, performance reviews, development conversations, onboarding, and training
Foster a collaborative team culture and encourage knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in marketing, photography or a related field
7+ years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2–3 years in a people leadership role
Demonstrated craft in photography, art direction, or both
Strong understanding of photography, branding, and AI
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is an asset
Exceptional prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, supervisors, peers, and direct reports
Available to work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines
Innovative mindset and ability to bring forward new ideas and approaches
Committed to exceptional internal client service

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group registered retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase program
Group tax-free savings account
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off
Bonus eligibility for certain roles