Jr. Finisher

LA (Lindeman & Associates) launched in 2015 and quickly established itself as a leader in the entertainment advertising space, winning Clio's Agency of the Year in 2017. LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team specializing in crafting iconic 360º campaigns. Our work grows audiences, sparks conversations, builds brands, and shapes culture. Though we hail from around the country—and the world—Los Angeles is our creative home and our muse.

LA is seeking a talented Junior Finisher to join our newly formed Art Department within our Print division. This role is ideal for an emerging creative with a passion for precision, polish, and visual storytelling. You'll assist in executing high-resolution imaging and key art finishing tasks while developing your skills in retouching, compositing, and file optimization under the guidance of experienced finishers.

We pride ourselves on giving our artists a high degree of creative freedom and support for growth. We're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You should apply if you're passionate about craft, excited to refine your technical abilities, and ready to contribute to campaigns that shape culture.

What You'll Bring:

• 1–3 years of experience in entertainment advertising, finishing, illustration, or digital imaging (freelance experience welcome).
• Proficiency in Photoshop and a basic understanding of layer-based workflows.
• A foundational portfolio that shows promise in retouching, compositing, or illustration.
• High attention to detail and a willingness to learn advanced techniques.
• Receptiveness to feedback and direction in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.
• A positive, collaborative attitude and curiosity for growing within the Finishing discipline.
• Familiarity with Illustrator, InDesign, AI imaging tools (MidJourney, Adobe Firefly, etc.) or 3D programs (Cinema4D or other) is a plus.
• Commitment to maintaining the strictest security and confidentiality standards.

The Pay:

The hourly compensation range for this position is $30–$35/hr. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, location, prior experience, and education.

Work is remote, with the option to work onsite in our DTLA office.

The Perks:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA's.
• Short and long-term disability, accident, critical-care coverage.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• 401K plan.
• Employee wellness benefits and mental health support.
• Work with world-class talent in an environment that promotes creative freedom on projects you'll be proud to tell your family and friends about.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a person to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified applicants and employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extended periods of desk work: The role involves long stretches of retouching, compositing, and file optimization work.
• Communication: Frequent verbal and written exchanges during team meetings and while collaborating with Senior Finishers and the broader creative team.
• Visual acuity: Exceptional attention to visual detail is essential for this role. The ability to distinguish color values, saturation, brightness, and contrast is critical to ensure visual consistency, brand accuracy, and polish across all finishing work.
• Technology use: Regular use of design software (Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop) and project management tools.
• Multitasking: Managing multiple finishing projects and deadlines with efficiency and focus.

LA is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to making LA as inclusive and diverse as the audience we engage daily. LA is dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected].

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