snr creative retoucher (ID:8066)

Job Role
Visualiser / Retoucher
Contract Type
Perm
Location
UK
Salary
£70,000 - £80,000
Date Added
13/01/2022
Date Expires
10/02/2022
Industry
Advertising

Snr Creative Retoucher required for a Global creative production studio specialising in

visual storytelling, with talented artists who are

well-versed in everything from still, motion and CGI to pen and ink.

Our in-house photo studios, shoot production teams and global studios help deliver on client

needs, big or small—whether it’s a high-volume ad campaign or quick turnaround social media asset.

You will be part of a great team of producers, designers, animators, 3D artists, retouchers and

developers working with our agency clients. The role is based 3 days a week at central London studios and 2 from home.

You will be responsible for the creation of high-level Retouching, working with varying digital and print

formats you will be able to analyse briefs and lead large projects from initial brief through to delivery.

Knowledge and skills required

● Strong portfolio of high end work is essential. Presenting a wide range of retouching skills

from advertising, skin and beauty, still life, automotive and everything in between.

● As a skilled visual Retoucher, you will bring your ideas and the ideas of others to life in a

nuanced and impactful way.

● Passionate about photography, retouching and illustration.

● Full knowledge of post-production workflow from the photoshoot process and image capture

packages, workflows, colour management and technical specifications for both Digital and

Print Production.

● Expert in Photoshop and a diverse range of software, plug-ins, techniques and approaches.

● Ability to work with both studio and client’s producers to assess new briefs and help

put together costs and timings

● To be able to mentor and guide junior members of the team

● The ability to identify efficiencies and learnings through project experience and feedback and

keep up to date with new technologies and innovations

● Liaise directly with clients and attend briefings and debriefings as and when required.

● Be proactive at adding value to client briefs by helping to develop and enhance these,

suggesting ways they can be brought to life while managing both internal and client

expectations

● Collaborate with the team to enhance internal processes, workflows, and project standards.

● To be able to liaise with other departments in order to ensure the smooth running of the

studio, use initiative, be proactive and have strong team skills, all delivered with a ‘can do’

personable attitude.

Essentials

● Significant proven experience in a similar field, high end retouching ideally with global brands.

● To be a great team player with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

● Be organised with astute attention to detail.

● Strong work ethic with the ability to work on multiple accounts with challenging deadlines in a

fast paced environment.

● Be proficient in the use of G Suite and able to work collaboratively with shared documents

and teams.