Senior Photo Editor (Architecture & Content)

SmartSourcing; Philippines; On-site; PHP 781,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare from Day 1

Free lunch and barista-crafted coffee

Subsidized gym membership

Job summary

Smartsourcing is seeking a Senior Photo Editor (Architecture & Content) to produce high-end edits of architectural and content photography, transforming raw imagery into natural, brand-aligned visuals. You will set quality standards, handle overflow edits, and upskill junior editors while maintaining realism.

The role demands 3–5+ years of editing experience, proficiency with Photoshop/Lightroom, and the ability to work independently to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years editing high‑end property, architecture, interior, or content photography.
• Proven ability to work to natural and moody editing styles with minimal supervision.
• Portfolio and hands‑on expertise take precedence over formal qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Edit and retouch high-end architectural, interior, and content photography to natural and moody styles.
• Apply advanced techniques including colour correction, lighting enhancement, and blending of multiple exposures.
• Remove unwanted objects with AI-assisted tools while preserving a natural result.
• Invest the craft time per image to meet high-end standards and delivery timelines.

Skills

High-end editing

Attention to detail

AI-assisted editing

Mentorship

Education

Photography/Visual Arts qualification

Cert IV in Photography (favourable)

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Lightroom

Job description

Hi! We're Smartsourcing, and we're hiring a full-time, onsite Senior Photo Editor (Architecture & Content) — the editing craft specialist who turns raw architectural and content photography into polished, brand-aligned visuals.

About the Role

As a Senior Photo Editor, you'll produce high-end edits of architectural and content photography — transforming raw imagery into natural, moody, brand-aligned visuals that elevate properties, spaces, and people. You'll apply advanced retouching, colour, lighting, flambient blending, and object-removal techniques (including AI-assisted tools where appropriate), investing the craft time each image demands while hitting agreed delivery timelines. As the team's editing craft specialist, you'll set and safeguard the quality standard, absorb overflow real estate editing when needed, and upskill new editors — the go-to resource the team relies on for complex, non-routine edits. It's a role for a genuine specialist who works independently, sweats the detail, and holds a high-end standard without compromising realism.

Key Responsibilities

• Edit and retouch high-end architectural, interior, and new-build photography — including daylight and twilight/dusk imagery — to natural and moody editing styles
• Apply advanced techniques including colour correction, lighting enhancement, and flambient blending of multiple exposures for true-to-life, high-impact images
• Remove unwanted objects, distractions, and imperfections, using AI-assisted tools where appropriate while preserving a natural result
• Invest the craft time each image requires to meet the high-end standard without compromising realism

Content Photography Editing

• Edit and retouch content photography — headshots, portraits, and architectural imagery featuring talent or people — to a professional, polished standard
• Apply natural skin, colour, and lighting retouching that flatters the subject while keeping results realistic
• Combine architectural craft with people-focused retouching where content shots blend both
• Maintain visual consistency across a shoot or campaign
• Take on overflow real estate editing when required to protect delivery turnaround and support team capacity
• Apply efficient, consistent editing at higher volumes while preserving quality and adherence to client presets
• Flag capacity or turnaround risks to the Photography Coordinator early

Editor Upskilling & Training

• Onboard and train new editors on software, tools, editing styles, and quality standards
• Provide hands‑on training, worked examples of approved edits, and constructive feedback
• Teach workflow, prioritisation, and self‑review before submission
• Create and maintain training materials, guides, and checklists
• Act as the go‑to resource for complex or non‑routine editing questions
• Organise, label, and store photo files so they are accurate and easy to access
• Self‑review all work against quality standards before submission
• Stay current with editing software, techniques, and trends, proactively researching and sharing new methods with the team

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Readiness and Digital Enablement

• Maintain baseline AI literacy and use approved AI tools responsibly, in line with company policies, data privacy, information security, and client confidentiality obligations
• Apply sound judgment by validating outputs and avoiding overreliance, ensuring accuracy and accountability in all work delivered
• Participate in AI readiness trainings and proactively identify opportunities for process improvement through automation and responsible AI integration

What You'll Need to Succeed

Experience

• 3-5+ years editing high‑end property, architecture, interior, or content photography
• Proven ability to work to natural and moody editing styles with minimal supervision
• A demonstrated portfolio and hands‑on expertise take precedence over formal qualifications

Skills & Behaviours

• Excellent eye for detail, composition, light, and colour, producing natural, realistic, high‑end edits
• Skilled in flambient blending, object/item removal, and sky replacement techniques
• Skilled in AI‑assisted editing tools applied responsibly to maintain a realistic result
• Familiarity with virtual staging (digitally adding furniture/décor, decluttering) desirable but not essential
• Clear, professional written communication; comfortable providing feedback, training, and mentorship within a distributed team

Education & Certifications

• A qualification in Photography, Digital Imaging, Visual Arts, or a related creative field is advantageous but not essential
• Cert IV in Photography or a Diploma in Photography & Digital Imaging favourable but not essential

Tools

• Strong proficiency in industry‑standard photo editing software; Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom advantageous
• Comfortable using cloud file‑storage and collaboration tools for asset management

Step Into the Smartsourcing Experience

Smartsourcing was created with one mission: to change lives. We're here to ensure that businesses flourish and, just as importantly, that every member of the crew is inspired, supported, and set up to thrive. For the fifth year running, we've been recognized as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For. This award isn't just a title--it's a testament to our commitment to making Smartsourcing an incredible place to build a career.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Smartsourcing, we believe the best work comes from people who feel seen, heard, and valued. That's why we're all about fostering an environment where you can be your true self. We take pride in being certified as a Great Place to Work, because we know that when you love where you work, extraordinary things happen. Here's just a glimpse of what we offer:

• 5-day Christmas Leave (unwrap real time off)
• Healthcare from Day 1 for you and your family (because healthcare matters)
• Free lunch and barista‑crafted coffee daily (we take our caffeine seriously)
• Subsidized gym membership and sports wellness clubs
• Smartsourcing Exclusives (deals made just for you)
• Themed BFFs, monthly knockoffs, summer parties
• Community give‑back programs and personal development workshops

We're not just another outsourcing company. We're building something that actually matters here a place where good work meets good culture.

Behind every stunning shot is an editor like you.