Job Description: Image Editor (Photoshop Artist)
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Image Editor proficient in Adobe Photoshop to enhance, retouch, and manipulate digital images for various platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong visual aesthetic and the technical skills necessary to deliver high-quality visuals that align with our brand guidelines.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
The Image Editor will be responsible for a range of image editing and manipulation tasks, including:
Image Manipulation and Retouching
· Editing and retouching images using Adobe Photoshop.
· Cropping, resizing, and rotating images.
· Adjusting exposure, contrast, saturation, and white balance.
· Removing unwanted objects or background elements.
· Removing blemishes and retouching skin for portrait photography.
· Applying filters and effects to enhance visuals.
Composite Creation and Design
· Creating composite images by combining multiple images to form a new scene.
· Layering images to achieve desired visual effects.
· Adding graphic elements and text overlays.
Colour Correction and Management
· Adjusting lighting and colour.
· Matching colours across different images.
· Applying colour grading to achieve specific aesthetic styles.
· Adjusting colour profiles to ensure accurate print output
File Preparation and Optimization
· Optimizing image formats for web and print usage.
· Exporting images at the correct resolution and file size.
· Managing digital asset libraries.
Collaboration and Communication
· Working closely with designers, photographers, and marketing teams to understand project needs.
· Receiving feedback and making necessary adjustments to images.
· Ensuring visual consistency with brand guidelines.
· Meeting project deadlines with a strong attention to detail.
· Communicating design concepts and technical requirements effectively.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
· Proficient in Adobe Photoshop: Deep understanding of all features and tools within the software.
· Strong visual aesthetic: Excellent eye for detail and composition.
· Technical skills: Knowledge of image file formats, colour modes, and resolution requirements.
· Time management: Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
· Communication skills: Ability to clearly convey design ideas and collaborate effectively with stakeholders26.
Commonly Used Tools in This Role Include:
· Pen Tool
· Transform/Warp Tool
· Shadow
· Stamping Tool