Digital Portrait Editor / Backup Photographer at Austin, TX Job at Austin, TX in

Job Title: Digital Portrait Editor/Floater Photographer 

Location: Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits (Austin TX) 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Reports To: Editing Manager / Director of Studio Operations

Compensation: $24.00 - $25.00 p/hr. 

Hours: Hours are Monday - Friday with the exception of weekends when Photography coverage is needed. Note: as a floater the weekend schedule is PRN for scheduled vacations/callouts/ etc

About Us  

Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits is a fine art portrait studio with five locations and growing. We are dedicated to providing an exceptional and memorable experience and fine artwork to represent your individual story. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our ability to exceed our clients needs with an unforgettable experience and an everlasting product.

Job Summary  

The Digital Portrait Editor/Floater Photographer is an important role that supports two departments for the client. This role primarily focuses on editing with the ability to cover photography session needs during sickness and vacations for the home studio and surrounding studios. This role requires adaptability to complete our signature artistry and the ability to provide exceptional customer service while creating special artwork for all of our clients.

Key Responsibilities  

- Photo Editing & Retouching:  Edit, retouch, and color-correct high-resolution portrait images using advanced techniques in Photoshop and Lightroom. Apply skin smoothing, blemish removal, and other retouching techniques while maintaining a natural, realistic look.

- Color Grading:  Adjust colors, tones, and lighting to match the desired mood and aesthetic of each portrait, ensuring consistency with our brand style.

- Background and Object Cleanup:  Remove or retouch any unwanted elements in the background, clothing, or accessories. Replace backgrounds or extend them when necessary, ensuring a seamless finish.

- Consistent Workflow Management:  Organize, manage, and prioritize multiple projects at once, maintaining timely and efficient workflows to meet deadlines.

- Quality Control:  Conduct quality checks on all edited images to ensure they meet company standards for clarity, color accuracy, and overall quality before final delivery.

- Collaboration and Communication:  Work as a team to produce a consistent level of excellent galleries. Be open to feedback to self-improve and for the team to improve as a whole. High communication among teammates and different departments.

- Flexible Schedule: Available to support photography session needs, this includes on weekends if a photographer is sick or has planned vacation.

Qualifications and Skills  

- Experience:  Minimum 2-3 years of experience in high-end photography and retouching.

- Technical Proficiency:  Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other relevant editing software. The ability to work across multiple systems and platforms.

- Eye for Detail:  Excellent attention to detail, especially in areas like skin tone, lighting, and texture.

- Time Management:  Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

- Artistic Sense:  Strong understanding of color theory, composition, and visual storytelling in portraiture.

- Portfolio:   A strong portfolio demonstrating high-level retouching and editing work, preferably in portrait photography.

Preferred Qualifications  

- Specialized Training: Certifications or coursework in photo retouching, digital art, or related fields.

- Familiarity with Fine Portrait Editing Styles: Knowledge of techniques specific to classic and fine-art portrait styles, such as dodge and burn, frequency separation, and natural-looking enhancements.

- Understanding of Branding: Ability to match editing style to our brand's specific aesthetic for a cohesive portfolio of work.

Benefits  

- Competitive salary based on experience  

- Benefit options 

- PTO

- Opportunity to work with a passionate, creative team dedicated to producing beautiful portraits  

- Ongoing training and development opportunities  

How to Apply  

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your portfolio showcasing your portrait editing/Photography work. In your cover letter, please include a brief description of your approach to portrait retouching and why you’re interested in joining Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits.

Note: Candidates that complete the following assessments receive priority interview opportunities and consideration for hire:

General Aptitude & Personality Test 

https://www.ondemandassessment.com/link/index/JB-H4FCRO44C?u=1173396

Computer Literacy & Criteria Attention Skills Test

https://www.ondemandassessment.com/link/index/JB-0AG5VB6ME?u=1173396

Available shifts and compensation: Available shifts all days except Sundays and Saturdays. Compensation is $24.00 - $25.00/hour.

About Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits: Rebecca Rose Fine Portraits is looking for an individual to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated and trustworthy.

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