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Photo Tech Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Scattermesh

Photo Retoucher

Herndon, VA · On-site

We are inventors, technologists, artisans, problem solvers, and collaborators seeking to redefine ... to produce beautiful, photo-realistic end products. The Photoshop Artists are ultimately ...

Scattermesh

Senior Photo Retoucher

Herndon, VA · On-site

We are inventors, technologists, artisans, problem solvers, and collaborators seeking to redefine ... to produce beautiful, photo-realistic end products. The Photoshop Artists are ultimately ...

RadNet

Mammography Technologist

Richmond, VA

$33 - $46/hr

Advanced Technology; The very best in patient care. With decades of expertise, we are Leading ... photo cell selection and other adjustments and factors on the equipment in order to produce high ...

ncmec

... photo editor who's comfortable with data entry, managing multiple social media platforms, and excited by the idea that your work can help protect children. You're proactive, detail-oriented, tech ...

Slate

Overnight Studio Cleaner & Lead

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$21/hr

Leveraging technology-enabled checklists, photo documentation, and rigorous quality control, Slate ensures spaces are maintained to the highest standards. This role is responsible for deep cleaning ...

Slate

Overnight Studio Cleaner & Lead

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$21/hr

Leveraging technology-enabled checklists, photo documentation, and rigorous quality control, Slate ensures spaces are maintained to the highest standards. This role is responsible for deep cleaning ...

Slate

Overnight Studio Cleaner & Lead

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$21/hr

Leveraging technology-enabled checklists, photo documentation, and rigorous quality control, Slate ensures spaces are maintained to the highest standards. This role is responsible for deep cleaning ...

Micron Technology

Sr Engineer, Equipment

Manassas, VA · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the ... control, and photo resist properties. 3. Metrology tools including ASML Yield Star or KLA ...

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What does a photo technician do?

A photo technician is responsible for processing, editing, and managing photographic images using specialized software and equipment. They may also handle color correction, printing, and quality control to ensure high-quality visual outputs, often working in labs, studios, or retail environments. Strong technical skills and knowledge of digital imaging tools are essential for this role.

What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

A Photo Tech can potentially earn $10,000 a month through high-volume work, freelance projects, or owning a photography business, especially with specialized skills in editing, lighting, or equipment. Success often depends on experience, reputation, and client base, rather than formal education alone.

What is the highest paid photography job?

The highest paid photography jobs typically include commercial photographers, such as those working in advertising, fashion, or product photography, often earning six-figure salaries. Specialized roles like fine art photographers or those working with high-profile clients or in luxury markets can also command top pay, especially with extensive experience and strong portfolios.

How to become a photography technician?

To become a photography technician, typically a high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with technical training or an associate degree in photography, imaging technology, or a related field. Gaining experience with camera equipment, editing software, and maintenance procedures is important, and certifications in digital imaging or photography technology can enhance job prospects.

What is the difference between Photo Tech vs Photo Assistant?

AspectPhoto TechPhoto Assistant
CredentialsBasic photography certifications, technical trainingMinimal certifications, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentPhoto studios, retail stores, event settingsPhoto shoots, studio setups, on-location work
Employer & Industry UsagePhotography studios, retail chains, event companiesPhotographers, studios, media production
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Photo Techs typically have technical certifications and work directly with camera equipment, lighting, and editing. Photo Assistants support photographers during shoots, handling equipment setup and logistics. While both roles are integral to photography, Photo Techs focus more on technical skills, whereas Photo Assistants focus on assisting during shoots.

Photo Retoucher

Scattermesh

Herndon, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Scattermesh is a fast-paced small company looking to disrupt, transform, and innovate on behalf of our clients. We are inventors, technologists, artisans, problem solvers, and collaborators seeking to redefine the content experience by changing how content is managed and delivered to clients. We have an amazing team and we want to add a few talented revolutionaries who want to make a difference solving hard problems. Create your story and start making an indelible impact today.
Job Summary
We're hiring a Photoshop Retoucher on a full-time basis in Herndon, Virginia. Photoshop Artists use Photoshop to retouch and/or integrate 3D renders into images to produce beautiful, photo-realistic end products. The Photoshop Artists are ultimately responsible for the final shot composition including technical and aesthetic quality and integrity of product images to client. The ideal candidate has years of experience in integrating CG renders to maximize photorealism of images and/or doing beauty retouching. We're looking forward to seeing your resume and portfolio if this sounds like you.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Bring Art to Life - Dissect what makes photos feel real, learn how cameras work and apply that knowledge to create compelling composites using high quality CG renders and plates captured by our global partners.
  • Move the Needle - Advance our retouching/compositing workflow with new and emerging techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborate - Work within your team and without growing your knowledge of the trade.

Qualifications and Skills
  • 3+ years' experience in a professional setting digitally compositing and retouching images/videos to create photorealistic end products.
  • Strong knowledge of Photoshop
  • Knowledgeable about render AOVs and their uses in a compositing workflow
  • Highly developed eye for aesthetics and realism
  • Able to work within established production pipelines and coordinate amongst other teams
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work under high pressure with short deadlines
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Comfortable giving and receiving critique
  • Is self-motivated and self-reliant
  • Must have a learning mind-set
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge/Experience with After Effects/Nuke/Fusion or similar programs in a VFX setting is a plus
  • Classical art training is a plus
  • Photoshop scripting knowledge is a plus
  • Knowledge of human anatomy
  • Must be capable of completing job requirements without the assistance of AI tools
  • US citizenship required

Benefits and Perks
Scattermesh is as obsessed about our employees as our customers. We want to provide great benefits and perks so you can focus on making an impact. We recognize that industry is moving away from better benefits so we have decided to do our part to start reversing the trend. Join us in our quest to disrupt, transform and innovate.
Benefits
  • Competitive Market Leading Pay
  • 25-30 days - Paid Time Off (PTO) / Holiday
  • 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision/plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) Matching with no cliff vest

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