Freelance Photo Retoucher

The role

This person will retouch product imagery and apply compositing, lighting, and shadow refinement. They will collaborate with the Director of Photo to deliver production-ready images for digital and print.

What you will do

• Retouch product imagery by removing dust, correcting inaccuracies, and cleaning up backgrounds
• Apply compositing, silo paths, perspective adjustments, lighting and shadow refinement
• Ensure color accuracy using physical samples or reference materials
• Align multiple image angles for cohesive image sets
• Perform image quality checks before submission
• Collaborate with the Director of Photo to maintain brand consistency
• Execute quick and accurate file adjustments as needed
• Maintain organized assets and structured file naming
• Understand output requirements for both digital and print (RGB vs. CMYK)
• Deliver high-quality, production-ready images

Required qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of professional retouching experience
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One
• Expert-level retouching, editing, and color correction
• Strong knowledge of non-destructive workflows, smart objects/filters
• Skilled in masking, blending, and Dodge & Burn techniques
• Understanding of photographic lighting and visual composition
• Experience with tethered Capture One workflows and color profiling
• Excellent color vision and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong time management
• Receptive to feedback and fast-paced iteration
• Adherence to structured asset organization and file naming

Nice to have

• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., Generative Fill, Luminar AI, Runway ML)
• Experience with complex multi-image compositing
• Awareness of automation opportunities and AI-assisted workflows

Before you apply

• You must provide a portfolio showcasing relevant retouching work
• Applications without a portfolio will not be considered

About the company

chefman