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FAM Brands

Digital Asset Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

Initiate and lead correction of assets by working with offshore postproduction teams, photo editors, or other needed resources * Assist with quality control checks prior to final asset release and ...

Outerknown

Brand Editor & Videographer

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Capture photo and video content for product launches, campaigns, athlete shoots, events, retail ... * Assist with pre-production planning, shot lists, and content capture strategies. * Manage ...

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How much do assistant photo editor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant photo editor in California is $50,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $58,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does an assistant photo editor typically collaborate with photographers and senior editors during the production process?

As an Assistant Photo Editor, you will regularly coordinate with photographers to communicate assignment details, deadlines, and creative briefs. You’ll also support senior editors by sourcing images, organizing photo archives, and preparing selects for review. This role often requires balancing multiple projects, responding quickly to feedback, and ensuring that all visual content aligns with the publication’s standards. Strong communication and organization skills are essential, as you will serve as a key link between the creative and editorial teams.

What is the difference between Assistant Photo Editor vs Photo Editor?

AspectAssistant Photo EditorPhoto Editor
ResponsibilitiesSupports photo editing, manages files, assists in editing processPerforms full editing, selects images, finalizes photos for publication
Skills & CredentialsBasic photo editing skills, familiarity with editing software, often entry-levelAdvanced editing skills, creative vision, extensive experience
Work EnvironmentAssistants work in studios, media companies, or publishing housesPhoto editors work independently or as part of creative teams in similar settings

The main difference is that Assistant Photo Editors support and assist with editing tasks, often in training or entry-level roles, while Photo Editors are responsible for the complete editing process and final image selection. Both roles require familiarity with editing software, but Photo Editors typically have more experience and creative input.

What does an assistant photo editor do?

An Assistant Photo Editor supports senior photo editors by helping to select, edit, and organize photos for publication in print or digital media. They handle tasks such as color correction, cropping, retouching, and ensuring that images meet technical and stylistic requirements. Additionally, they may communicate with photographers, manage image databases, and assist with photo shoots or sourcing images. Their role is essential in maintaining the visual quality and consistency of a publication or brand.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant photo editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Photo Editor, you need a solid grasp of photography principles, image editing, and visual storytelling, often backed by a degree in photography, visual arts, or a related field. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (especially Photoshop and Lightroom) and digital asset management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and strong communication skills help you collaborate with photographers and editorial teams. These abilities ensure high-quality visual content that aligns with publication standards and deadlines.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Photo Editor job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,543 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Digital Asset Manager

FAM Brands

Los Angeles, CA

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Founded in 2000, FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and sells men's and women's sportswear and active wear apparel to major retailers, big box stores, and specialty boutiques across the country and throughout the world. Our portfolio of proprietary brands features Marika, Wildfox, Three Dots, and Balance Collection, while a partial list of licensing partners includes Orvis, Jessica Simpson, Eddie Bauer, and Woolrich.

With the capacity to produce over 75 million units per year, our mission continues to be making top-quality apparel accessible to everyone at an impressive value and an irresistible price.

That's the FAM Brands difference.

FAM Brands is an award-winning wholesale apparel conglomerate of owned brands, licensee partners, and private label ventures. Since 2000, in addition to operating our own slate of brands, we have been entrusted by world-renowned heritage brands to reimagine and bring their apparel to new markets – most notably, the coveted club wholesale landscape.

We're seeking an experienced Digital Asset Manager to join our high-volume photo studio team. This role owns the full asset lifecycle for approximately 1,750 digital assets per month, from shoot through final delivery, with a focus on consistency, quality, and on-time execution. Responsibilities also include basic photo editing support (resizing, color correction) and QC oversight of offshore post-production and AI studio teams.

Success in this role requires strong prioritization, deadline management, and proactive problem-solving. The ideal candidate is a collaborative partner to photo services, photo editors, and the sales organization, and comfortable adapting as daily responsibilities shift due to business needs.

Below is a general guide of what the position encompasses:

Asset Management Administration

  • Oversee daily post-production operations and asset management workflows across the company's slate of brands and licensees
  • Actively manage the pipeline of assets in varying stages of production and postproduction with attention to deadline
  • Maintain organized asset libraries with accurate naming conventions across platforms, trackers, and storage systems, managing up to 1,750 files per month

Asset Quality Control

  • Review and validate that assets achieve retailer, marketing, packaging, and eCommerce specifications
  • Initiate and lead correction of assets by working with offshore postproduction teams, photo editors, or other needed resources
  • Assist with quality control checks prior to final asset release and distribution
  • Support troubleshooting of asset inconsistencies, file issues, and delivery concerns

Post-Production Training

  • Assist with image cropping and resizing during high-volume periods
  • Assist with GenAi rendering, as assigned

Cross-Functional Obligations

  • Own end-to-end coordination with offshore partner teams, including assigning work, fulfilling asset requests, resolving issues, and delivering eCommerce assets to retailers through their defined processes and portals
  • Proactively monitor and escalate project risks, blockers, and missing assets to relevant stakeholders
  • Provide timely status updates and workflow visibility to cross-functional collaborators
  • Follow established workflow standards, naming conventions, and approved technology platforms

Process Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to streamline communication, tracking, and asset delivery processes
  • Provide guidance, training, and workflow support to both internal and external 'requestors', people who are receiving our assets, to ensure a seamless experience

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in post-production, asset management, and/or creative operations, including high-volume environments (studio, start-up, or corporate)
  • Proven ability to manage large asset bundles (400+ files) and high-volume production timelines
  • Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and DAM/PM tools such as Brandfolder and Asana
  • Previous leadership or team management experience preferred

This role is based at our Beverly Hills HQ a minimum of 4 days per week, with the possibility of one remote day depending on business needs.

COMPENSATION

At FAM Brands, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation. Salary ranges for positions are based on job level, location, and market data. We offer competitive benefits and are dedicated to equal pay for equal work. Specific salary offers depend on each candidate's qualifications and experience. FAM Brands also offers all employees participation in our annual bonus program (Non-Sales) or commission program (Sales).

Compensation Range
$80,000—$90,000 USD
Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities & Diversity
FAM Brands is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. FAM Brands makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice for Job Applicants

FAM LLC values your privacy. This notice outlines our practices regarding the personal information of job applicants in compliance with the CCPA.

What We Collect: We collect information you provide in your job application, including contact details, educational and employment history.

Purpose: We use this information to evaluate your application and manage the hiring process.

Disclosure: Your personal information may be shared with service providers assisting with recruitment and as required by law.

Your Rights: Under the CCPA, you have the right to access and request deletion of your personal information and to not face discrimination for exercising these rights.

For questions or to exercise your rights, contact recruiting@fambrands.com.

By applying, you acknowledge you understand our privacy practices.