Sr. DSC Associate

We are looking for an Image Associate to join our team, specializing in image correction, editing, retouching, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will have the ability to deliver clean, web-ready image assets based on existing style guides and brand guidelines in a fast-paced production environment. This position requires strong image editing skills, color correction expertise, acute attention to detail, and an understanding of digital image optimization for web, mobile, and big-screen platforms. The ability to manage multiple projects and handle high-volume image queues is essential. The candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of image correction processes and software - specifically Adobe Creative Suite (with a focus on Photoshop) along with experience in digital production workflows. A keen eye for visual quality and consistency, and excellent communication skills are a must. An online portfolio demonstrating image editing and correction work is required.

Key job responsibilities

• Perform image correction, retouching, color grading, exposure adjustment, and cropping to meet brand standards.

• Edit and enhance key art, promotional graphics, and product imagery for digital platforms.

• Optimize digital images for web, mobile, and big-screen display ensuring proper resolution, file format, and compression.

• Ensure all image deliverables adhere to product/project guidelines and brand style guides.

• Follow and apply graphic templates, style guides, and image specifications consistently.

• Manage high-volume image queues and fulfill multiple project requests while meeting tight deadlines.

• Conduct quality checks on all image assets to ensure visual consistency and accuracy across deliverables.

• Demonstrate a command of image editing methods, tools, communication, and presentation skills.

Basic qualifications

• 1 to 3+ years of work experience in image editing, photo retouching, or graphic production in a creative agency or production environment.
• Bachelors degree in graphic design, Photography, Visual Arts, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong focus on Adobe Photoshop.
• Solid understanding of image file formats (JPEG, PNG, TIFF, PSD) and web optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of color theory, image composition, and visual hierarchy.
• A portfolio demonstrating experience with image correction, retouching, and production-quality editing.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot inconsistencies and quality issues.

Preferred qualifications

• Expert-level Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom skills with advanced retouching and compositing capabilities.
• Experience with batch image processing, automation (e.g., Photoshop Actions, scripting), and asset management workflows.
• Thorough knowledge of image correction workflows including color grading, skin retouching, background removal, and compositing.