Associate Key Art Finisher, Amazon Mgm Studios Marketing

Amazon MGM Studios is the home for talent, creating and producing Original films and television series for a global audience.Original series premiere exclusively on Prime Video, which is available in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.Amazon MGM Studios also produces and acquires Original movies for theatrical release and exclusively for Prime Video.Amazon MGM Studio's Key Art Production Studio is looking for a Associate Key Art Finisher to be a part of our in-house finishing team.This role will be responsible for performing hair masking, color correction, lighting to prepare for final finishing of our key art assets that will be used in all deliverables for a campaign.This role takes ideas from comp stage through to high-res assets that are ready to be handed off to our production teams for adaptations to our printed and digital out of home (OOH) along with assets that are featured on Amazon's home page and in the Prime Video app.While this role requires a creative eye, it is not a Art Director or Creative Director role.Key Job ResponsibilitiesWork hands on in Photoshop to reconstruct creative comps to final high resolution files for adaptation by other teamsFollow direction from the Group Lead Finisher to structure the layered Photoshop files to ensure modularity of the final key artAt a high skill level, paint hair masks, re-light talent to fit the environment that they are in, color correct and beauty retouchAdhere to the best practice guidelines and SOPMake creative decisions regarding tone, color, composition and mood ensuring the final image aligns with the creative's visionUse advanced Photoshop / image editing techniques including processing RAW images using Adobe Suite as well as other 3rd-party applications, masking with paths and brushesProcess RAW files using Adobe Suite software as well as 3rd-party apps.This includes understanding the settings in each application and their internal adjustment propertiesA Day in the LifeThis role requires a deep specialization in Key Art Finishing and is not a Designer or Art/Creative Director role.This role will be in-person in our production studio in Culver City, California.This role is a hands on role working in Photoshop almost exclusively building high resolution files that are built in a very clean, organized manner to ensure efficiencies for other teams that will have to work with these files.They will output high resolution color calibrated proofs from our Epson printer and review under our 30' calibrated light wall with our creative team.They will take direction from the creative team, offering suggestions to enhance the art with the knowledge of what is achievable in the tools available.Must demonstrate effective communication in our project management / time tracking tools along with collaboration with our Key Art Producer team and Creative team to meet tight deadlines while ensuring the highest quality finishing and file organization.About the TeamOur Key Art Production team is a fast paced and growing team within Amazon MGM Studios Marketing.We are responsible for end to end production of static assets.Our In-House Key Art Production Studio is a vital part of our success providing the ability to quickly turn around Finishing and Production requests from our stakeholders.This position will be a vital role on the team to ensure the quality of the finish and techniques being used meet or exceed our very high quality bar.Basic Qualifications1+ years of creative services experienceExperience using Photoshop, GIMP or Illustrator1+ years of hands on experience working in Photoshop reconstructing agency comps into high-res finished assetsExperience reviewing printed proofs with creative team for feedback on finishesPreferred QualificationsUnderstands color profiles (sRGB vs Adobe RGB) and the impact they will have on final printed or digitally displayed imagesExperience with managing high-volume, quick turnaround, time sensitive finishingAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies.Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position.These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation.Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information.If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.The base pay for this position ranges from $48,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $104,500/year in our highest geographic market.Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Amazon is a total compensation company.Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.For more information, please visit .This position will remain posted until filled.Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.#J-*****-Ljbffr