Sr. Color Retoucher

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 pf 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 racking 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

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  Professional experience using Photoshop and general knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite

  
  


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  Experience of applying print standards to image content preferred

  
  


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  Experience working in and maintaining a color managed environment preferred

  
  


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  Understanding of file types used in print and in digital applications

  
  


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  Practical experience applying principles of color theory

  
  


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  Experience in masking techniques

  
  


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  Creative experience in packaging environment preferred

  
  


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  Proficient with current Mac OS

  
  


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  Use of Adobe InDesign or equivalent design application preferred.

  
  

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