Offer summary

Qualifications:

Expert knowledge of Photoshop and InDesign, Strong understanding of color theory, 4+ years experience in Digital/Print production, Ability to work under tight deadlines.

Key responsabilities:

Lead image manipulations and color management

Ensure high quality while executing volume of images

Job description

OLIVER+ is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions, talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide. 

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.

Role: Senior Digital Designer (Retoucher)

Job Level: SNR (6+years)

Industry: Various

Location: Remote until further notice

Time Zone Required: SAST/BST

Type of Contract: FTC

Start Date: ASAP

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM:

The Retoucher leads all image manipulations and colour management for our team, to assist in the creation of powerful and impactful imagery.

A Little Bit About the Role:

Awareness of GenAI technology has exploded over the last 12 months - and with it a whole new world has opened up for creators in advertising. The Retoucher leads all image manipulations and colour management for our team, to assist in the creation of powerful and impactful imagery.

WHAT IS REQUIRED:

Responsible for manipulating digital images to produce high-quality project
The ability to be a creative, imaginative artist to help produce photo realistic compositions with expert knowledge in photo colour correction
Responsible for maintaining high quality while executing high volume of images under very tight deadlines
To be an assistant to the creative team in areas such as layout, design and image composition
The ability to interpret creative direction from Art Directors and Photographers and apply to final product
The ability to identify and develop systems to support efficiency
Openly communicate with other teams in order to proactively address discrepancies and solve issues
Be an expert at retouching and colour adjustment
Be an expert at retouching and colour adjustment and execute client's comments and direction
Managing multi layered PSD's containing multiple Layer sets and file management.
Produce colour accurate proofs for client approval
Good knowledge of Capture One 10 or above and colour correction techniques
Ensure all quality control checks are carried out such as clipping paths, sizes and formats prior to upload
To ensure that all images produced and proofed are correct and reviewed in accordance to the guidelines.
Work alongside the Project Management and Production team to ensure successful delivery of projects on time

WHAT GOOD LOOKS LIKE:

Excellent client engagement skills with the ability to proactively organise and influence clients and build strong and effective working relationships.
Expert working knowledge of Photoshop, Layers/Sets, masks, paths, colour correction tools, actions, batch processing.
A strong sense of colour theory and design
An understanding of artwork/mechanical replacement on packaging of products
Expert working knowledge of InDesign
The ability to work independently and with a team
Comfortable working under pressure within tight deadlines
Strong creative vision, communication skills and problem-solving abilities
Must have 4+ years' experience in Digital / Print / Artwork and Production

Our values shape everything we do:

Be Ambitious to succeed 

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible 

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work 

Be always learning and listening to understand 

Be Results-focused  to exceed expectations 

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations 

OLIVER+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. 

OLIVER+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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