Job Details
Description
At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere, and anyone. We work collaboratively to achieve our goals and we have fun doing it!
Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with an award-winning, robust portfolio of wholly owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows, Pokémon, Star Wars, CoComelon, Fortnite, AEW, Adopt Me!, Hello Kitty, and many more. In addition to toys, offerings also include Metaverse gaming, costumes, and products for pets. Headquartered in Sunrise, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries.
As the Photo Editor in our Costumes division, you will report to and work closely with the Creative Production Manager to execute the daily imaging editing needs of the Photography department, which includes managing and executing composites, e-commerce product photos, lifestyle, and artistic photography requests.
What you will do:
- Maintain image quality and standards including editing or retouching a high volume of assigned product or lifestyle images for web or print use under tight deadlines.
- Ensure consistent branding and style across all images, adhering to established guidelines.
- Assist with pre-production and post-production of shot images under tight deadlines.
- Run automated photo processing scripts to generate images for licensor approval.
- Follow procedures for naming, saving, and archiving images.
- Follow the photoshoot calendar and work with the Senior Manager of Photography along with brand, packaging, sales, and marketing teams to prioritize photography requests and scheduling.
- Communicate directly with multiple department team members directly to resolve photo request questions.
- Take creative direction from the Photography Team to achieve high-quality photos.
- Maintain an efficient workflow with the ability to follow a defined process accurately and consistently.
- Attend and host collaborative meetings with internal and external team members to discuss details of projects and receive feedback on deliverables.
What we are looking for:
- 4-6 years of professional photo editing experience in a mid-level company, preferably consumer goods or similar.
- Associate or Bachelors degree in Photography, Visual Arts, or related field preferred.
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High-level knowledge of Photoshop CS with an understanding of clipping paths, hair extraction, curves, levels, color balance, masking, actions, and other various tools and adjustments.
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Proficient in Mac CS and Adobe Creative Suite software particularly Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Camera Raw, and Bridge.
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Strong visual skills with attention to detail and an eye for consistency and color.
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Knowledge of retouching skin tone and matching color.
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Strong organizational skills and ability to work quickly without sacrificing overall image quality.
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Basic understanding of digital photography.
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Portfolio of current work demonstrating skill in photo retouching of consumer goods and elevated artistic/lifestyle images which include post-production background replacement and special effects enhancements.
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Ability to correct and elevate images that do not meet our standards.
What we offer:
Base pay may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. The successful candidate may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. Jazwares offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees.
JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Qualifications
Education
Required
Associates or better in Photography or related field.
Experience
Required
4-6 years: High-level knowledge of Photoshop CS with an understanding of clipping paths, hair extraction, curves, levels, color balance, masking, actions, and other various tools and adjustments.
4-6 years: Proficient in Mac CS and Adobe Creative Suite software particularly Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Camera Raw, and Bridge.
