Job Description
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
• Professional experience using Photoshop and general knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience of applying print standards to image content preferred
• Experience working in and maintaining a color managed environment preferred
• Understanding of file types used in print and in digital applications
• Practical experience applying principles of color theory
• Experience in masking techniques
• Creative experience in packaging environment preferred
• Proficient with current Mac OS
• Use of Adobe InDesign or equivalent design application preferred.
• 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
• Professional experience using Photoshop and general knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience of applying print standards to image content preferred
• Experience working in and maintaining a color managed environment preferred
• Understanding of file types used in print and in digital applications
• Practical experience applying principles of color theory
• Experience in masking techniques
• Creative experience in packaging environment preferred
• Proficient with current Mac OS
• Use of Adobe InDesign or equivalent design application preferred.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sr. Color Retoucher position is now open for candidates interested in the Web / Graphic Design Jobs sector. This role in Chennai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Web / Graphic Design Jobs is a plus.