Automotive Inventory Photographer

Xcite Automotive is seeking an Automotive Photographer for our partner dealers in Highland Township, Michigan! 

Job Description : The Automotive Inventory Photographer is responsible for capturing high-quality vehicle images, managing photo uploads, and supporting daily inventory flow. This role requires efficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently while meeting daily production targets.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Capture consistent, high-quality photos of new and used vehicles (interior, exterior, key features)
• Stage and position vehicles to meet dealership merchandising standards
• Safely move vehicles throughout dealership property (tight spaces, active lots)
• Drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles
• Upload, organize, and manage images within inventory systems
• Ensure vehicles are clean, properly staged, and photo-ready before shooting
• Maintain daily production targets with speed and accuracy
• Communicate with sales and inventory teams on priority units
• Identify and report visible damage, missing features, or discrepancies

Must-Have Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to drive manual transmission
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout shift
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized processes
• Basic computer skills (uploading, file management, system navigation)
• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently without supervision

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Automotive inventory photography experience (dealership or auction)
• Experience using DSLR or mirrorless cameras
• Familiarity with dealership inventory or merchandising platforms
• Basic photo editing or image correction knowledge

Beneficial Types of Previous Experience: 

• Dealership porter or lot attendant
• Automotive detailer or reconditioning technician
• Vehicle inventory or merchandising coordinator
• Auction, wholesale, or fleet vehicle handling
• Delivery driver with manual transmission experience

Apply today to start your career in Xcite Automotive! #INDAUTO

Company Description: Xcite Automotive is a fast-growing automotive service and a software-based company that helps dealers get vehicles frontline-ready quickly and efficiently. Since 2007, Xcite Automotive has been on a mission to make the automotive industry faster, more innovative, and more profitable. Over 1,300 automobile dealers nationwide rely on Xcite’s team of 1000+ employees to provide on-site vehicle marketing and reconditioning solutions.

Additional Information:Xcite Automotive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.