Photo Editor
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Photo Editor to join our creative team. The Photo Editor will be responsible for transforming raw photographs into polished professional images for use across digital print marketing advertising social media websites and other channels.
The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom an excellent eye for color and composition and the ability to consistently produce high-quality work while meeting deadlines.
This is a full-time position with an expected salary range of $55000$70000 annually depending on the candidates experience level of retouching expertise portfolio and overall qualifications.
- Edit and retouch photographs using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and other professional editing tools.
- Perform color correction exposure adjustments cropping sharpening noise reduction and image optimization.
- Remove unwanted objects blemishes backgrounds and other visual distractions.
- Perform advanced photo retouching while maintaining a realistic and professional appearance.
- Review and select the strongest images from photoshoots based on quality and project requirements.
- Maintain consistent color style and visual standards across all photography.
- Prepare images for websites social media advertising print catalogs and other marketing materials.
- Organize name archive and maintain digital image libraries.
- Manage multiple editing projects simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.
- Collaborate with photographers designers marketing personnel and other members of the creative team.
- Follow established brand guidelines and ensure all final images meet quality standards.
- Stay current with developments in photography retouching editing software and AI-assisted creative tools.
- 2 years of professional photo-editing or retouching experience.
- Advanced proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Strong understanding of color correction image composition lighting and digital retouching.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain consistency across large volumes of images.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Professional portfolio demonstrating strong photo-editing and retouching skills.
- Experience with commercial product fashion real-estate editorial portrait or e-commerce photography.
- Experience with Capture One Adobe Bridge or digital asset management systems.
- Understanding of professional photography and studio lighting.
- Experience preparing images for both digital and print applications.
- Familiarity with AI-powered photo-editing and enhancement tools.
- Experience working with photographers and creative/marketing teams.
The expected compensation for this position is $55000$70000 per year based on experience and qualifications. Candidates with advanced retouching capabilities extensive commercial experience or exceptional portfolios may be considered at the upper end of the range.
Additional benefits may include:
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) or retirement plan
- Remote or hybrid work flexibility where applicable
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunities to work on a diverse range of creative projects
Please submit your resume and professional portfolio demonstrating your photo-editing and retouching abilities. Before-and-after examples are strongly encouraged.
Candidates may also be asked to complete a brief editing exercise as part of the hiring process.