Digital Imaging Specialist

500° is seeking a talented Digital Imaging Specialist 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. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly detail-oriented retoucher with a strong print and prepress background who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Weare500degrees