Jr. Photographer

Join the world’s largest fine and rare wine auction house, established in 1820.

The Junior Photographer will produce high-quality images of the fine and rare wines and spirits that pass through Acker’s auctions and retail inventory. Based in Acker’s temperature-controlled wine warehouse in Newark, Delaware, this role focuses on high-volume product photography for auction catalogs, the website, and marketing, working closely with Acker’s sales team. It is ideal for a detail-oriented photographer looking to sharpen their craft while gaining hands-on exposure to some of the world’s most sought-after bottles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fine Wine Photography

• Photograph a high volume of fine and rare wines and spirits for auction catalogs, the website, and marketing, from single bottles to large formats and mixed lots.

• Capture the details collectors and specialists rely on, including label condition, capsules, fill levels, and corks, with accurate color and exposure.

• Compose and stage product shots based on direction from Acker’s auction and fine wine specialists.

• Set up and adjust lighting, color balance, and exposure to keep images consistent across each sale.

• Handle rare and high-value bottles with care when moving, staging, and returning them to inventory.

Post-Production & Asset Management

• Edit, crop, retouch, and color-correct images in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, working with others to maintain house standards.

• Name, archive, and organize image files across Acker’s internal systems so every image is matched to the correct lot and inventory record.

• Coordinate with the warehouse and auction teams to keep photography on schedule for catalog deadlines.

• Meet tight deadlines and turnaround times, especially during peak auction periods.

• Performs other related duties as requested.