Job Title: Image Editor

Position Overview

Join our dynamic, AI-forward team as an Image Editor at Backcountry. Our mission is to connect people to their passions through four online stores: Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport, and SteepandCheap. We provide premium outdoor products, superior shopping experiences, personalized Gearhead expertise, fast fulfillment, and inspirational content.

As an Image Editor, you will produce and enhance product images for our e-commerce sites, utilizing both traditional and advanced AI-driven editing tools. We encourage candidates with hands-on experience in AI-powered image editing (e.g., AI background generators, batch editors, automated quality control tools) and a passion for innovation to apply. This role is challenging, with a significant impact within a fast-paced team, and reports to the Image Editor Manager.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks in the vendor image workflow, utilizing AI-powered tools for batch editing, background removal, and image enhancement to increase efficiency and consistency.
• Complete tasks in the studio editing workflow, integrating AI solutions to streamline repetitive processes and improve turnaround times.
• Produce imagery that meets strict production standards, using both manual and AI-assisted editing techniques to ensure quality and brand alignment.
• Maintain throughput and quality metrics that support company/department needs, leveraging AI analytics to monitor and optimize performance.
• Promote teamwork, professional development, and company culture, encouraging the adoption of new AI technologies and fostering a culture of innovation.
• Stay current with emerging AI trends and tools in digital imaging, proactively recommending and piloting new solutions to keep the team at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Supply video and alternate media, exploring AI-driven video editing and generation tools to expand content capabilities.
• Support the content data team in upholding asset integrity and visual consistency by leveraging AI tools to efficiently identify and address image alignment or presentation issues.
• Source and organize marketing and email imagery from vendor partners, leveraging AI tools for efficient tagging, categorization, and search optimization.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience editing commercial images, with demonstrated use of AI-powered editing tools (e.g., automated background removal, batch processing, AI upscaling).
• B.S. Degree in Art, Graphic Design, Digital Photography, or similar.
• Thorough understanding of image editing, Photoshop, and leading AI image editing platforms (e.g., Claid.ai, Pixlr, Spyne, Pixelcut).
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain strict deadlines, leveraging AI to manage high-volume workflows efficiently.
• Strong command of English, with the ability to clearly understand and convey both verbal and written information.
• Demonstrated AI-forward thinking, with a track record of adopting and championing new technologies in image editing.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development related to AI and digital imaging trends.

Employment Type

• Full Time

Company Information

At Backcountry, our mission is to connect people to their passions. Our four online stores—Backcountry, Competitive Cyclist, MotoSport and, SteepandCheap—aim to supply our customers with the gear, knowledge, and inspiration necessary to get out there and chase down life’s greatest moments. We do this by providing the biggest and best assortment of premium outdoor products, superior shopping experience, personalized Gearhead expertise, lightning-fast and accurate fulfillment, and inspirational, informative, and community-centered content.

What’s in it for you?

Joining the CSC Generation family of brands isn’t just about having a seat at the table—it’s about helping redesign the future of outdoor retail.