Job Description:
What This Position is All About:
The Image Editor is responsible for editing and reviewing images created in the studio by a team of
photographers and stylists. The focus of the job is to finalize the images for publication to the Saks
ecommerce site. This position is responsible for maintaining quality assurance for offshore retouching
services, as well as additional required corrections made using advanced Photoshop techniques such as
clipping paths, balancing backgrounds, eliminating unwanted imperfections, wrinkles, dust and rigging
tools. The technical ability of this associate will provide the critical consistency of all images. This
associate will also maintain the image database that resides in the studio and prepare image transfers to
production applications. The environment is extremely fast paced by photography standards.
Who Are You:
● Results-driven performance
● Strong focus and sense of urgency
● Self-driven and self-starter
● Strong problem-solving skills
● Strong time management
● Critical thinker
● Organized
● Adaptable and flexible
● Creative
● Resourceful
● Open to constructive criticism
You Also Have:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Photography, Computer Graphics, or Graphic Arts
● 1-3 years professional experience required
● Mac OS proficient
● Superior expertise using Photoshop and other image manipulation software
● Superior knowledge of color theory, pre-press, and digital technologies is a plus
● Must be able to work independently with little direction
● Excellent photo-retouching skills necessary
● Retouching skills include but are not limited to; creating good selections, masking, dropping in
backgrounds, cropping, color correcting, curves/levels adjustments, liquefying, compositing and
using history states
● Apple scripts are a plus
● Microsoft Office / 365 and Google Suite experience
● Comfortable in Excel / Google Sheets
● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of equipment
● The ability to stand for periods up to 6 hours
As The Image Editor, you will:
● Image editing using advanced Photoshop techniques
● Quality assurance of offshore imagery
● Workflow development and tech advancement to automate workflows and gain efficiencies (for
example: writing scripts, Photoshop automations)
● Special projects pertaining to company standards
Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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What We Do
Saks is the premier digital platform for luxury fashion in North America. Driven by a mission to help customers express themselves through relevant and inspiring style, we serve as a destination to explore and discover the latest in luxury from established and emerging designers. Our expertly curated assortment features sought-after names in women’s, men’s and kids’ fashion, as well as beauty, home and lifestyle merchandise. Through Saks.com and the mobile app, we provide access to professional stylists, inspiring editorial content and interactive events. Our differentiated approach seamlessly combines elevated online experiences with in-person services through an exclusive partnership with the Saks Fifth Avenue stores.
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