On-Site Pre-Press Retouching Specialist

Fanatics; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles in New York seeks a detail-oriented Pre-Press Retouching Operator to translate card designs into print-ready images. You will support imaging, color correction, and retouching across multiple projects, ensuring consistency and adherence to our standards.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of imaging experience, strong proficiency in Photoshop and Lightroom, a solid grasp of color theory and management, and excellent organizational and communication skills to collaborate with

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of imaging and retouching experience.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of color theory and color management.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all images meet color accuracy and consistency requirements.
• Maintain quality control procedures to align visuals with project standards.
• Work cross-functionally with photographers, designers, and stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve issues related to image quality, resolution, and color accuracy.
• Foster a collaborative, efficient, and communication-first work environment.
• Stay informed on industry best practices, technologies, and software.

Skills

Imaging

Retouching

Photoshop

Color theory

Color management

Attention to detail

Tools

Lightroom

Color correction tools

Job description

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

The mandate of the Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to beautiful, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Pre-Press Retouching Operator to support imaging, color correction and retouching of card images / designs in line with our Pre-Press team’s commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate is design-savvy and organized, exhibits strong attention to detail, and brings deep experience in imaging and retouching operations. Candidates with a passion for sports and entertainment will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit.

In this role, you will…

• Ensure all images meet color accuracy and consistency requirements
• Maintain quality control procedures to ensure that all visual materials (e.g., images, graphics) align with the highest standards of the business and meet the specific requirements of each project
• Work cross-functionally with photographers, designers, and other stakeholders to achieve desired retouching results for various projects
• Identify and resolve issues related to image quality, resolution, and/or color accuracy
• Foster a collaborative, efficient, and communication-first work environment
• Stay informed on industry best practices, technologies, and software

The ideal candidate:

• Proven experience (3-5 years) in imaging and retouching operations
• Proficiency in imaging and retouching software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or other specialized color correction/retouching tools
• Strong knowledge of color theory and color management
• Strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and attention to detail

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