Photo Retoucher

As a Photo Retoucher at Uline, your key responsibilities include completing retouching of high-resolution digital files, reviewing new photography for color accuracy, and adding paths and shadows to enhance images. You'll also ensure that all final print projects contain the correct images while tracking photos for our expansive catalog, maintaining quality and color precision throughout the process.

To qualify for the Photo Retoucher role at Uline, candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in photography or a related field. Additionally, candidates need a minimum of 3 years of experience in image editing and should be highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop. A background in digital photography and experience with Autodesk 3ds Max is a plus.

Yes, experience with CGI modeling can be beneficial for a Photo Retoucher at Uline. While not a strict requirement, having the ability to create 3D models and render CGI assets will enhance your contributions to our creative projects, allowing for a more versatile approach to image creation and editing.

A Photo Retoucher at Uline can expect a collaborative and fast-paced work environment. Our Creative department values teamwork, quality, and passion, providing the resources and support necessary for you to excel in your role. Additionally, Uline offers a range of employee perks that promote work-life balance and wellness.

Uline provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees in the Photo Retoucher role, including complete health insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer matching starting on day one, paid holidays, and generous paid time off. Furthermore, they offer a Tuition Assistance Program for professional development and wellness resources such as fitness trainers and walking trails.

When answering this question, highlight specific techniques you employ in photo retouching, such as frequency separation, dodge and burn, or layer masking in Adobe Photoshop. Discuss your approach to enhancing images, maintaining natural appearances, and ensuring color accuracy.

Provide examples of your experience with color correction processes, including how you evaluate images and what tools you use within Photoshop to achieve accuracy. Mention different color profiles like CMYK and RGB, and explain how you've adapted your techniques to different projects.

Reflect on specific challenges, such as meeting tight deadlines or correcting difficult images. Share how you managed your time effectively and the strategies you employed, such as working on multiple projects simultaneously or utilizing shortcuts in Photoshop.

Discuss your process for quality control, including reviewing each image multiple times for errors, using checklists, and obtaining feedback from colleagues to maintain a high standard of work. Mention any specific tools or software you use to assist in this process.

If you have experience with CGI, elaborate on how you would incorporate it into your retouching by explaining your familiarity with software like Autodesk 3ds Max. Discuss the benefits of using CGI in enhancing images, creating shadows, or developing unique backgrounds.

When asked about your creative inspiration, mention various sources like nature, art, or even other photographers. Discuss how you incorporate your creative vision into your work, influencing the final look of the images.

Discuss the strategies you use for effective time management. Mention tools you use for tracking deadlines, how you assess the urgency of each assignment, and your communication with team members to ensure all projects progress smoothly.

Provide a detailed overview of your editing process, beginning with how you receive the files and what initial steps you take before delving into retouching. Include information about your methods for color correction, applying effects, and finalizing images for print or online use.

Choose a specific project that highlights your skills. Describe the challenges, the techniques you utilized, and why the end result was meaningful to you. This is a great chance to demonstrate your passion and attention to detail.

Discuss how you value feedback from colleagues and clients, explaining how you incorporate it to improve your work. Share examples of past experiences where constructive criticism enhanced the final product.