Sr. Color Retoucher

SGS & Co; Coimbatore; On-site; INR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS & Co in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is seeking a skilled Color Retoucher to enhance images with a focus on quality and detail. Responsibilities include retouching images, creating composites, and ensuring accurate color representation. The ideal candidate will have professional experience using Photoshop and knowledge of color theory. Additionally, experience in a packaging environment and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite are preferred. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with team members.

Qualifications

• Professional experience using Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in applying print standards to image content.
• Familiarity with a color managed environment.

Responsibilities

• Retouch and mask images according to direction.
• Create composite images to match layouts.
• Evaluate images for proper contrast and tones.

Skills

Photoshop

Color Theory

Masking Techniques

Adobe Creative Suite

Mac OS

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Essential Responsibilities, Accountabilities & Results

• Retouch and mask images based on direction and artistic integrity
• Create composite images using best practices and techniques to match layout
• Responsibility for final color of image content
• Evaluate images for proper contrast, neutrality and tones
• Inspect for image artifacts (banding, patterns, and potential moirés)
• Verify color of products using samples and reference files.
• Consider print requirements
• Participate in spot-checking other’s work as part of ongoing quality program
• Utilization of image and project tracking systems to assure on-time completion of tasks
• Organization and file management
• Communication to department leaders on status of assignments
• Take ownership and responsibility for image content at the project level, working with creative teams and relaying critical information
• Participate in process improvement efforts and various production meetings to foster a positive creative impact on the business
• May train or assist junior Color Retouchers
• Responsibility to Maintain the Print sample dockets
• Responsibility to Maintain the Epson printers
• Responsibility to Maintain the stock inventory for Epson Machine accessories.

Competency Requirements

• Professional experience using Photoshop and general knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience of applying print standards to image content preferred
• Experience working in and maintaining a color managed environment preferred
• Understanding of file types used in print and in digital applications
• Practical experience applying principles of color theory
• Experience in masking techniques
• Creative experience in packaging environment preferred
• Proficient with current Mac OS
• Use of Adobe InDesign or equivalent design application preferred.