Fine Art Printing & Production Specialist
Location: Midlothian, Virginia
Work Location: In Person
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday
About Us
Butler Portraits is a nationally recognized fine art portrait studio with more than 50 years of experience creating exceptional portrait artwork.
Located on a beautiful lakefront property in Midlothian, Virginia, we specialize in luxury, museum-quality portraits designed to celebrate families, preserve meaningful memories, and become lasting works of art for generations.
We offer a positive, supportive team environment where craftsmanship, precision, and attention to detail are essential to everything we create.
Our mission is simple: Portraits that Celebrate Families and Empower Children.
Everything we create is designed around that purpose.
Our portraits aren't simply photographs. They are carefully crafted pieces of art designed to celebrate relationships, preserve memories, and become part of a family's story for generations.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Fine Art Printing & Production Specialist to join our in-house production team.
This position combines professional digital image preparation, advanced Photoshop retouching, color management, large-format printing, and hands-on fine art production.
You will be involved in transforming finished digital portraits into completed works of art, including printing, mounting, finishing, framing, quality control, and packaging.
This is not an entry-level Photoshop position. We are looking for a professional with proven experience in photographic printing, color correction, and production who enjoys both technical work and hands-on craftsmanship.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Image Preparation & Color Management
- Prepare professional portrait files using Adobe Photoshop.
- Perform advanced portrait retouching and digital finishing.
- Apply precise color correction, including accurate skin-tone adjustments.
- Prepare and optimize image files for professional printing.
- Maintain consistent color reproduction from calibrated monitors to finished portraits.
- Work with monitor calibration, printer profiles, and professional color-management workflows.
Large-Format Printing & Fine Art Production
- Operate professional large-format printers.
- Inspect prints for color accuracy, density, sharpness, and overall quality.
- Cut, trim, and mount finished portraits.
- Apply protective finishes and coatings.
- Prepare artwork for framing and frame completed portraits.
- Perform final quality-control inspections.
- Package completed artwork for clients.
- Assist with portrait deliveries when needed.
Production Support & Collaboration
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional production environment.
- Collaborate with artists and production team members to maintain Butler Portraits' quality standards.
- Assist the Client Services Team by telephone or in person when needed.
- Support consistent production quality and timely project completion.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Photoshop, professional photographic printing, fine art production, commercial printing, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and professional image preparation.
- Strong knowledge of photographic color correction and accurate skin-tone adjustments.
- Experience with professional color-management processes.
- Experience with large-format printing and print preparation.
- Strong quality-control skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent production standards.
- Strong organizational skills, dependability, and a commitment to craftsmanship.
Preferred Experience
Experience with any of the following is a strong plus:
- Mounting and canvas production
- Print finishing and framing
- Adobe Lightroom or Adobe Bridge
- Printer profiling
- Professional portrait production
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate:
- Has an exceptional eye for color, accuracy, and detail.
- Notices imperfections that others may overlook.
- Takes pride in producing consistently high-quality work.
- Enjoys troubleshooting technical printing and color-management challenges.
- Is comfortable combining digital image editing with hands-on production.
- Is organized, self-motivated, and dependable.
- Works independently without compromising quality.
- Enjoys contributing to a collaborative and supportive team.
- Is comfortable occasionally interacting with clients.
- Believe that "good enough" isn't good enough when creating fine art
Performance Expectations
Success in this position will be measured through production quality, efficiency, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
Objectives & Key Results (OKRs)
- Achieve a 95% acceptance rate for completed portraits at final approval.
- Complete 90% of projects within agreed timelines.
- Support client satisfaction with a target Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 80.
- Author or update at least two technical or process documents annually.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Final artwork acceptance rate.
- On-time project delivery.
- Average quality scores from independent reviews.
- Client satisfaction scores.
- Number of standards and technique documents updated annually.
Compensation & Benefits
Butler Portraits offers:
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health benefits.
- Paid professional training.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Opportunities for professional skill development.
- Hands-on experience with high-end fine art portrait production.
- A beautiful lakefront studio environment.
- A positive, supportive team focused on craftsmanship and quality.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and briefly describe their professional experience with:
- Adobe Photoshop and portrait retouching
- Color correction and color management
- Large-format printing
- Fine art production
- Mounting, finishing, and framing
If available, please include examples of your Photoshop, retouching, printing, or production work.
Join Butler Portraits and help create exceptional portrait artwork that families will treasure for generations.