Digital Retoucher

500 Degrees; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

500 Degrees is seeking a talented Digital Retoucher to join our Image Lab in Columbus, OH. In this onsite role, you'll retouch and color-correct assets for print and digital projects, ensuring high-quality visuals for a variety of clients.

Collaborate with creative and project management teams, follow workflow standards, manage priorities to meet deadlines, and participate in developing efficient processes. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of commercial retouching using Adobe Photoshop.
• Print production or prepress background.
• Expert-level color correction and ability to adapt to various styles/workflows.
• Strong understanding of CMYK and RGB color spaces.
• Experience with color conversion and profile management.
• Experience with retouching food and consumer household products.
• Advanced knowledge of Photoshop Smart Objects and non-destructive editing.
• Working knowledge of InDesign and Illustrator.

Responsibilities

• Retouch and enhance images for print, digital, and cross-functional applications.
• Create and edit files for RGB and CMYK workflows.
• Maintain high-quality control standards for all deliverables.
• Execute advanced retouching with a strong eye for art, composition, and color.
• Follow established file build structures and department standards.
• Manage priorities and daily workflow to meet deadlines.
• Communicate with Project Management to keep projects on schedule.
• Process and convert files in bulk using actions and droplets.
• Assist in developing and improving workflow processes and best practices.
• Ensure proper naming conventions and organization of files and artwork.

Skills

Photoshop

Color correction

Print production

Attention to detail

Time management

CMYK/RGB color spaces

Color management

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

InDesign

Illustrator

Capture One

Job description

This is an onsite role based in our Columbus, OH office. Need to relocate? We offer relocation assistance!

500° is seeking a talented Digital Retoucher to join our internal Image Lab team. In this role, you'll bring creative assets to life through expert retouching and color correction, delivering exceptional visual content across a variety of clients and projects. You'll collaborate closely with creative and project management teams to ensure all assets meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and consistency.

We're looking for a highly detail-oriented Retoucher with a strong print and prepress background to join our fast-paced, collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Retouch and enhance high-quality images for print, digital, and other cross-functional applications.
• Create and edit files for both RGB and CMYK workflows.
• Maintain exceptional quality control standards for all deliverables.
• Execute advanced retouching assignments with a strong eye for art, composition, and color.
• Follow established file build structures and department standards.
• Manage priorities and daily workflow to meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with Project Management to ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Process and convert files in bulk using actions and droplets.
• Assist in developing and improving workflow processes and best practices.
• Ensure proper naming conventions and organization of files and supporting artwork.

What You'll Bring

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of commercial retouching experience using Adobe Photoshop.
• Print production or prepress background.
• Expert-level color correction skills and ability to adapt to various styles and workflows.
• Strong understanding of CMYK and RGB color spaces.
• Experience with color conversion and profile management.
• Experience retouching food and consumer household products.
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop Smart Objects and non-destructive editing techniques.
• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Capture One software.
• Familiarity with Portfolio DAM systems.
• Proficiency with the Digital Munsell Hue Test.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional travel (up to 5%) may be required.

Why 500°?

At 500°, we create meaningful work for some of the world's most recognized brands. Our collaborative culture encourages innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous growth. If you're passionate about creating visually exceptional work and thrive in a team environment, we'd love to hear from you.

500° is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.