Madewell
Sr. Image Retoucher
Madewell, New York, New York, us, 10261
Our Story
Introduced in 2006, Madewell is a premium denim brand for men and women. Beautiful construction, the world's finest fabrics and an original approach to design-we don't spare any details. No one makes denim like we do, but we don't stop there. The perfect tee, the most versatile shoe, an essential leather bag-if it came from us, it's made well.
Beyond our impeccably designed products, we're committed to making a difference. At Madewell we believe in being better when it comes to sustainability. We're committed to exploring new ways to protect our planet and its people-and that means thinking about how our clothes are made from start to finish. Our story is just unfolding and there's so much more to come. Join us at Madewell.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
Introduction:
The Sr. Retoucher works within a team that produces all of the images used for the Madewell site as well as print advertising and other forms of marketing material. As the Sr. Retoucher you will be the expert on how to tackle even the most complex of retouching tasks and be able to use your technical understanding and experience to consult the rest of the team on how best to achieve their goals.
The Role + Purpose:Must have a keen eye for aesthetics and be able to use your skills to enhance the beauty of an image through retouching and creative color correction.Must have the ability to retouch so that the any manipulation to the image is imperceptible to the viewer.Must be able to retouch without markups using one's own judgement to fit the aesthetics of the brand.Taking creative direction and applying it to images in order to achieve the best possible results for final images, and communicating with other teams in order to proactively address discrepancies and resolve issues.Maintaining production of a high volume of images under very tight deadlines, partnering with the shoot production and merchandising teams.Utilizing appropriate digital asset management techniques (from receiving studio images up to when the site goes live)Communication and the ability to take direction as well as work proactively with team members are equally important as the aforementioned technical requirements.Being team player that can handle a high volume of image retouching.Delivery of files will include internal/external FTP, and internal delivery sitesQualifications:
BS/BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential functions of the job.5-7 years of experience retouching in a high volume, deadline-driven production environment.Fashion industry experience is a mustSuperior Photoshop skillsIn-depth knowledge of retouching clothing, product refinement, and silhouetting as well as ability to control color/contrast for the web and print color spacesTechnical knowledge of color profiles, color conversions for various color spaces, and screen calibration softwareAbility to work very quickly without sacrificing overall image qualityAbility to work well with others, communicate with internal and external teams in a courteous and professional mannerTime management, organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at onceAbility to make color corrections and color changesExpertise on fabric textures and patternsWe welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
Health & Well-being -
Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.Associate Discount -
We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).Flex Fridays -
In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.Community Impact -
We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.Winter Break -
In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Salary Range: $80,800.00 - $97,000.00
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.
Introduced in 2006, Madewell is a premium denim brand for men and women. Beautiful construction, the world's finest fabrics and an original approach to design-we don't spare any details. No one makes denim like we do, but we don't stop there. The perfect tee, the most versatile shoe, an essential leather bag-if it came from us, it's made well.
Beyond our impeccably designed products, we're committed to making a difference. At Madewell we believe in being better when it comes to sustainability. We're committed to exploring new ways to protect our planet and its people-and that means thinking about how our clothes are made from start to finish. Our story is just unfolding and there's so much more to come. Join us at Madewell.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
Introduction:
The Sr. Retoucher works within a team that produces all of the images used for the Madewell site as well as print advertising and other forms of marketing material. As the Sr. Retoucher you will be the expert on how to tackle even the most complex of retouching tasks and be able to use your technical understanding and experience to consult the rest of the team on how best to achieve their goals.
The Role + Purpose:Must have a keen eye for aesthetics and be able to use your skills to enhance the beauty of an image through retouching and creative color correction.Must have the ability to retouch so that the any manipulation to the image is imperceptible to the viewer.Must be able to retouch without markups using one's own judgement to fit the aesthetics of the brand.Taking creative direction and applying it to images in order to achieve the best possible results for final images, and communicating with other teams in order to proactively address discrepancies and resolve issues.Maintaining production of a high volume of images under very tight deadlines, partnering with the shoot production and merchandising teams.Utilizing appropriate digital asset management techniques (from receiving studio images up to when the site goes live)Communication and the ability to take direction as well as work proactively with team members are equally important as the aforementioned technical requirements.Being team player that can handle a high volume of image retouching.Delivery of files will include internal/external FTP, and internal delivery sitesQualifications:
BS/BA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform essential functions of the job.5-7 years of experience retouching in a high volume, deadline-driven production environment.Fashion industry experience is a mustSuperior Photoshop skillsIn-depth knowledge of retouching clothing, product refinement, and silhouetting as well as ability to control color/contrast for the web and print color spacesTechnical knowledge of color profiles, color conversions for various color spaces, and screen calibration softwareAbility to work very quickly without sacrificing overall image qualityAbility to work well with others, communicate with internal and external teams in a courteous and professional mannerTime management, organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at onceAbility to make color corrections and color changesExpertise on fabric textures and patternsWe welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We're always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
Health & Well-being -
Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.Associate Discount -
We love our products just as much as you do! That's why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).Flex Fridays -
In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.Community Impact -
We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.Winter Break -
In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Salary Range: $80,800.00 - $97,000.00
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company's size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group's competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.