Photo Retoucher

Premier Press is one of the largest creative production companies on the West Coast, working with some of the most recognizable brands from around the world. Family-owned and operated for over 50 years, we are committed to our clients and staff. Our mission is to bring order to the chaos of creative production and distribution, making it easy to bring your brand to life. Our vision is to create a world free from dull marketing.

About the role

This position provides detailed retouching, color correction, and delivery of image files within timelines communicated by Photographers, the Content team, and Producers. Working at an advanced level across a broad variety of imagery, you will consistently deliver high-quality work that meets or exceeds client expectations for quality and timeliness. The Photo Retoucher supports both internal and external clients, ranging from local businesses to Fortune 500 companies, working with photography captured by our team as well as client-supplied imagery.

As part of a highly skilled retouching team in a fast-paced production environment, this role contributes to the successful delivery of approximately 10,000 images annually while maintaining a focused, collaborative, and professional work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced photo retouching, color correction, image manipulation, and file preparation in a high-capacity production environment while maintaining established quality standards.
• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite applications, particularly Adobe Photoshop, at an advanced level to produce polished, accurate, and production-ready imagery.
• Perform image reproduction, color correction, color matching, compositioning, cleanup, and detailed retouching across a broad variety of photographic images.
• Apply advanced knowledge of RGB and CMYK color spaces, color management, and image reproduction to prepare imagery appropriately for both digital and print applications.
• Identify and develop opportunities to improve production efficiency through Photoshop Actions, scripting, AI-assisted tools, and other workflow automation technologies.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, adhering to established image editing times and production schedules to ensure project deadlines are met within budget.
• Review work carefully for accuracy, quality, consistency, and completeness prior to final delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Photographers, content team members, Producers/Project Managers, and fellow Retouchers to understand project requirements, resolve image-related challenges, and deliver work that meets or exceeds client expectations.
• Receive and respond professionally to creative direction, feedback, and critical review of work, incorporating feedback as appropriate and demonstrating a willingness to continually learn and develop skills.
• Identify opportunities to improve retouching techniques, workflows, quality, and efficiency while offering creative and cost-conscious solutions that support the success of the studio team.
• Maintain organized image files and follow established workflows, file-naming conventions, color management practices, and delivery requirements.
• Handle client images, files, and information with appropriate care, discretion, and attention to confidentiality and data security requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of professional photo retouching, image reproduction, or related production experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong working knowledge of both RGB and CMYK color spaces, with the ability to prepare and retouch imagery appropriately for digital and print applications.
• Advanced knowledge of image retouching, color correction, image reproduction, and preparation of high-quality digital image files.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and accurately within a high-volume, deadline-driven production environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with creative, production, and client-facing teams.
• Ability to learn, navigate, and perform effectively within complex and structured production systems and workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a professional photography, creative production, agency, prepress, or similar production environment.
• Experience working with a broad range of image types, client specifications, and brand standards.
• Working knowledge of color management principles and maintaining color consistency across digital and/or print applications.
• Experience with JavaScript or similar scripting/automation tools.

Skills

• High attention to detail
• Efficient time management, prioritization, and multitasking
• Great problem-solving skills
• Exceptional customer service

Benefits

• Health insurance (100% employer-paid premiums)
• Basic Life Insurance (employer-paid)
• Dental & Vision Insurance (low-cost premium)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mass-Transit Reimbursement Program to help employees save on commuting costs
• 401k with annual profit sharing
• Paid Time Off, increases with tenure
• Paid Holidays

Pay

Hourly compensation: based on experience.

Schedule

Typically Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Location: In-Office (no remote), 5000 N Basin Ave., Portland, OR 97217. Classification: Full-Time, non-exempt. Reports to: Studio Manager.