In-House Photo Retoucher

AG Jeans is seeking an In-House Photo Retoucher.

AG Jeans is a pioneer and industry leader in the premium denim industry that has grown to be recognized as a superior contemporary lifestyle brand, encompassing a full spectrum of premium products and brand imagery. The Photo Retoucher is responsible for ensuring visual consistency and adherence to the brand’s style guide for all retouched images across e-commerce, retail, marketing, and advertising. You will work directly with the photo studio team to schedule and ensure the timely delivery of assets requested by various departments.

The photo retoucher will report to the Director of Marketing and Photo Art Director.

This role is a full-time, on-site and in-person position.

Responsibilities

• Retouch and color correct image assets ranging from ecom product, flat shots, editorial, and campaign for both print and digital application.
• Adapt and adhere to established brand style guidelines and requirements including cataloging, naming, cropping, color managing, masking, skin tones, and clothing details.
• Meet creative deadlines and daily averages to support ecommerce, wholesale and various departments.
• Organize and manage the retouching calendar to prioritize tasks and due dates, ensuring on-time delivery and transparency.
• QC and ensure visual consistency for all image assets content throughout each season.
• Organize and manage digital assets while following established procedures.
• Manage and supervise any necessary outsourcing of retouching when needed to ensure the resulting work adheres to the brand’s standards and consistency.
• QC all image assets

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a professional retouching role or equivalent.
• Portfolio including fashion experience with before and after samples.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Capture One, Lightroom, and Bridge.
• Proficiency in file management, web optimization techniques, and hi-resolution retouching for both print and digital.
• Comfortable retouching film images in addition to digital.
• Must be capable and comfortable working in a Mac environment.
• Studio and file management experience are a plus.
• Excellent time management skills, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Great communication and ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• A genuine interest in and knowledge of the fashion industry
• Familiarity with ASANA project management platform a plus.