Junior Retoucher

Main description:

Ranked #1 fastest-growing private company in The Sunday Times 100 2022, AYBL has quickly become one of the most iconic women’s activewear brands worldwide.
We are a passionate, innovative and ambitious brand on a mission to empower women through the power of fitness. Based in the UK, we are dedicated to providing premium, yet affordable activewear that encompasses our ‘Together we thrive’ ethos.
We’re constantly on the lookout for new people who are equally ambitious, share our core values and consider themselves the best in their field. If this sounds like you and you’ve got what it takes to help push AYBL to the next level, this could be the place for you.

The opportunities right now are limitless. We are looking to hire genuine people who demonstrate authenticity and a unique way of thinking.

As we grow, you’ll grow too.

Main Purpose of the Role

We are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented, and creatively driven Junior Retoucher to join our in-house creative team. In this role, you will support the retouching and enhancement of e-commerce & lifestyle imagery across AYBL Group, working across multiple brands to ensure all product visuals align with brand standards.

You will work closely with the wider creative, brand, and e-commerce teams to support the delivery of high-quality imagery for our online platforms, helping present products at their very best while developing your technical skills within a fast-paced creative environment.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Support AYBL Group brands, primarily reporting to the Mid-Weight retoucher, assisting with the retouching and delivery of e-commerce imagery.
• Retouch product images to brand standards, including basic colour correction, background clean-up, cropping, and image enhancements to ensure a polished finish.
• Assist with e-commerce shoot preparation, supporting photographers and the wider creative team to ensure imagery is captured correctly for retouching.
• Prepare and export imagery for web use, ensuring images are optimised for quality and performance.
• Help maintain consistency across product imagery, ensuring alignment in lighting, colour, styling, and overall presentation.
• Support with image organisation and asset management, ensuring files are correctly named, stored, and easily accessible.
• Assist with website image reviews, helping update older product imagery and identify any missing assets.
• Collaborate with the creative and e-commerce teams to support product launches, seasonal campaigns, and website updates.
• Support ad hoc retouching requests for digital marketing, social media, and campaign assets when required.
• Help maintain the image usage tracker, ensuring imagery is documented and used correctly across channels.
• Respond positively to changing priorities and support the team with last-minute updates in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay up to date with retouching techniques, creative trends, and e-commerce best practices, continuously developing your skills.

Person Specification

• 1+ years’ experience in a retouching, photography, design, or creative role (including internships, freelance, or placement experience).
• A strong interest in retouching, fashion, and e-commerce imagery.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom (Capture One experience is a bonus but not essential).
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for colour, consistency, and composition.
• Organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.

Perks:

💰 Discretionary yearly bonus

🏖️ 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off

🏠 Flexible working

💻 35 working hours per week with 1 hour lunch break

🛍️ 50% staff discount across AYBL Group

🍸 Social events

💸 Pension scheme

🚗 Free on-site parking

🏋️ Free gym membership

💳 £100 gift card upon joining

💚Employee wellbeing support

Location:

Our home is located in Redditch, South Birmingham, with easy access routes to the M5/M42, a 20-minute walk to the train station, as well as many bus routes. Not forgetting Arrow Valley Lake which is a stone’s throw away and a beautiful spot to get those steps in or enjoy your lunch with a view.