Job Title: Product Photographer & Retoucher
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: March 21, 2025 with the possibility of extension
Job Description:
- Photograph frames, producing high-quality product images (both tabletop and automated) in accordance with established style guides.
- Retouch product images following company-defined style guidelines.
- Create clipping paths for product images.
- Ensure all images are properly exposed without extreme highlights.
- Prepare image files to meet delivery and company standards.
- Troubleshoot internal retouching and photography issues or processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
- Proficiency in Photoshop for retouching, color correction, compositing, and layer management.
- Experience using Capture One for RAW file processing and tethered shooting.
- Familiarity with Helicon for focus stacking and multi-layer editing.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality control.
- Ability to follow detailed style guides, client specifications, and maintain brand consistency.
- Knowledge of AI tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly) for image enhancement and background replacement.
- Expertise in file organization, naming conventions, and file format requirements (e.g., TIFF, JPEG, PNG).
- Proficiency in batch processing for efficiency and automation.
- Understanding of lighting adjustments, color profiles, and calibration to ensure accurate output.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.
- Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills to provide updates, address feedback, and collaborate effectively with the team.
Required Education:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience.