What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photo Editor position at Zumiez and Careers?
Qualifications
Job Summary
Zumiez is seeking a talented Photo Editor to join our in-house photo studio team. In this role, you'll play a key part in bringing our products to life through high-quality post-production work. You'll be responsible for editing product photography from initial capture to final delivery across Zumiez.com, print catalogs, email campaigns, social media, and more.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can balance creativity with efficiency. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-driven, and a proactive problem solver who can maintain quality while managing a high-volume workflow. Above all, you should have a passion for photography and the art of post-production.
Duties
- Prepare images from studio camera for website by selecting, retouching, color correcting, clipping, and cropping imagery.
- Maintain the set standard for image post-production quality and adhere to established guidelines, ensuring that images are consistent and accurate.
- Able to produce at least 100 images in a day.
- Accurately name, organize, and archive image files.
- Uphold daily production deadlines by uploading image files to the image host site at the end of each day.
- Work with internal business partners to ensure that instructions for editing are completed to specifications for catalog and other special projects.
- Work with Photo Studio and Production Team to resolve missing images and collaborate on improvements.
- Other projects and duties, as assigned, by manager or other department leaders.
Qualifications
- At least 1-2 years experience in digital photography post-production.
- Proficient in the latest Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, and Lightroom applications.
- Proficiency in Photoshop must include selection tools, clipping paths, layer masks, clone, and healing tools. Proficiency in Lightroom must include ample understanding of the Develop tab, color correction techniques, and user presets.
- Comfortable working with a Mac.
- Basic understanding of photography and an excellent eye for detail, composition, and color.
- Excellent written and organizational skills.
- Excellent time management and communication skills.
- Consistent positive attitude with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and feedback.
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure to meet daily deadlines.
- Experience in a Digital Asset Management environment a plus.
- Experience editing video a plus.
Physical Demands:
- Able to sit or stand at a computer terminal for an extended period.
- Able to analyze and determine accurate color.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23