Photographer / Retoucher

Purpose of the role:

 
Create luxury-standard still imagery
Jewellery, campaign, lifestyle, craftsmanship, founder imagery
Create exceptional still imagery that communicates the craftsmanship, beauty and desirability of the jewellery.

 
Owns:

 
Jewellery photography
Campaign photography
Detail and macro imagery
Craftsmanship photography
Lifestyle imagery
Retouching
Image library standards

 
Duties:

 
Photograph diamonds and jewellery to luxury standards.
Understand the technical requirements of photographing reflective materials, diamonds and precious metals.
Create consistent product imagery for digital commerce.
Capture editorial and storytelling imagery.
Retouch while maintaining realism and integrity.
Build and manage an organised image library.
Work with the Creative Director to continuously evolve the visual language.

 
Requirements:
 
A formal degree in photography, fine arts, or graphic design
At least 3+ years commercial, e-commerce, portrait, or fashion photography.
A professional portfolio of before-and-after images, and knowledge of colour grading, skin retouching, and file management.
Strong skills in camera operation, studio lighting, and post-processing software
Mastery of DSLR/mirrorless cameras, lenses, shutter speeds, and apertures.
Expertise with studio strobes, softboxes, reflectors, and natural light setups.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Capture One.
Competence in frequency separation, dodging and burning, colour correction, and clipping paths.
A visual showcase demonstrating high-resolution image editing, lighting versatility, and a consistent style.