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Photo Booth Operator

Wauconda, IL

$19/hr

Organize and maintain a variety of fun props and accessories for guests to use in their photos, ensuring they are kept clean and organized. * Photo Assistance: Assist guests in using the photo booth ...

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Paramount

Photo Editor, The Free Press

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Ability to design clean, professional layouts, graphics, and presentation decks for articles, podcast series, events and wherever The Free Press shows up in the world * Working knowledge of photo ...

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Photo Editor, The Free Press

Manhattan, NY

$75K - $90K/yr

Ability to design clean, professional layouts, graphics, and presentation decks for articles, podcast series, events and wherever The Free Press shows up in the world * Working knowledge of photo ...

Walgreens

Photo Specialist

Hollister, MO · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

... clean, safe, and customer focused environment while achieving operational and business goals. Job Responsibilities Customer Experience • Engages customers and patients at the photo counter with ...

Walgreens

Photo Specialist

Edinburg, TX · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-merchandised photo department and contributes to overall store appearance and operational standards. Supports photo and nearby departments in ...

Walgreens

Photo Specialist

Lake Orion, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

... clean, safe, and customer focused environment while achieving operational and business goals. Job Responsibilities Customer Experience • Engages customers and patients at the photo counter with ...

Walgreens

Photo Specialist

Milledgeville, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-merchandised photo department and contributes to overall store appearance and operational standards. Supports photo and nearby departments in ...

Walgreens

Photo Specialist

Blair, NE · On-site

$16.75 - $22.25/hr

Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-merchandised photo department and contributes to overall store appearance and operational standards. Supports photo and nearby departments in ...

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Photo Specialist

Anniston, AL · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

... clean, safe, and customer focused environment while achieving operational and business goals. Job Responsibilities Customer Experience • Engages customers and patients at the photo counter with ...

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Photo Specialist

Pleasant Grove, UT · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-merchandised photo department and contributes to overall store appearance and operational standards. Supports photo and nearby departments in ...

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How much do cleaner photo jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for cleaner photo in the United States is $14.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a Cleaner Photo faces when working with different types of surfaces and materials?

Cleaners Photo professionals often encounter challenges when cleaning and restoring various surfaces, such as delicate photographic prints, film negatives, or digital equipment. Each material can require a unique cleaning solution and technique to avoid damage or deterioration. Understanding the proper handling methods and using specialized cleaning agents is crucial. Additionally, working in environments where cleanliness standards are high, such as studios or archives, demands attention to detail and consistency. Collaborating with photographers and archivists is also essential to ensure all cleaning work supports preservation and presentation goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cleaner Photo, and why are they important?

To thrive as a photo cleaner (photo retoucher), you need strong attention to detail, proficiency in photo editing, and a solid understanding of digital imaging, usually supported by experience or a relevant qualification in photography or graphic design. Mastery of technical tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other image editing software is typically required. Creativity, patience, and effective communication are essential soft skills to meet client expectations and deliver high-quality results. These abilities ensure accurate restoration or enhancement of images, leading to client satisfaction and professional success in a competitive field.

What is the difference between Cleaner Photo vs Housekeeper?

AspectCleaner PhotoHousekeeper
CredentialsNone typically requiredOften requires basic training or certification
Work EnvironmentCommercial and residential cleaning, often in photo studios or event spacesResidential homes, hotels, and private residences
Employer & IndustryCleaning service companies, event venuesHotels, private households, hospitality industry
Search & Comparison IntentCleaning photos, cleaning services for photoshootsHome cleaning, domestic chores

Cleaner Photo typically refers to cleaning services related to photography settings or event spaces, focusing on cleaning photographic equipment or studio areas. Housekeeper, on the other hand, involves general domestic cleaning and household chores. While both roles involve cleaning, Cleaner Photo is more specialized for commercial or studio environments, whereas housekeepers work primarily in residential settings.

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Infographic showing various Cleaner Photo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 4% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,828 per year, or $14.8 per hour.

Lab Crew - Photo Editor

Central Photo Company

Washington, DC • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Hands-On Leadership
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Opportunity for advancement

Are you a Lightroom and Photoshop wizard?
Do you care about details and refuse to cut corners?
Can you follow a defined process step-by-step, repeatedly, without drifting?
Are you able to stay focused, move fast, and produce clean, consistent edits at scale?
Does the panoramic format interest you?

The Role
Since 1919, Central Photo Company has been photographing panoramic group portraits at iconic American landmarks.
The Lab Crew is responsible for editing and delivering those images after they’re captured in the field. This is an in-office role based in Washington, DC.
You’ll work with high volumes of panoramic group portraits, editing in Lightroom and Photoshop, managing files, and preparing final images for print and delivery.
This is a production role. The work is structured, repetitive, and requires speed, accuracy, and consistency.
Why This Role Exists

  • Every group that steps in front of a Central Photo Company lens expects a final image that looks clean, balanced, and worth keeping.
  • The Field Crew captures the image. The Lab Crew ensures it’s edited, processed, and delivered correctly every time.
  • You take each photo from captured → edited → delivered.
  • Speed matters a lot. Consistency matters more.
  • You are expected to follow the process closely while maintaining efficiency over continuous editing sessions.
What You’ll Do

  • Edit panoramic group portraits using Lightroom and Photoshop
  • Apply consistent color correction, exposure balancing, cropping, and alignment across large group images
  • Retouch images to ensure clarity, visibility, and overall polish
  • Move photos through the production queue efficiently and accurately
  • Track group information and editing progress within our CRM system
  • Send finalized files to print and ensure proper delivery setup
  • Archive images and maintain organized file systems
  • Work cross-functionally to move each group from photo taken to photo delivered
How the Role Functions
This is a team-based production environment with a defined workflow.A typical cycle:
  • Receive image sets from the field
  • Edit in Lightroom
  • Refine and retouch in Photoshop
  • Prepare and export for print
  • Log, track, and archive files
You are expected to maintain speed, follow the system, and produce consistent results across every batch.
Who Thrives Here
This role is well-suited for people who:
  • Are detail-oriented and process-driven
  • Can stay focused for long periods of time
  • Work quickly without sacrificing quality
  • Are comfortable with repetition and production workflows
  • Take pride in making people look good in photos
  • Care about historic landmarks, group experiences, and preserving moments
  • Communicate clearly and work well within a team
This is a customer-facing business. Even in the lab, care, accountability, and follow-through matter.
Required Skills

  • Strong proficiency in both Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
  • Solid understanding of editing fundamentals (lighting, color correction, masking, etc.)
  • Comfort using hotkeys and working efficiently within Adobe workflows
  • Experience editing people, large groups, and outdoor environments
  • Strong retouching ability with an eye for balance and consistency
  • Ability to follow a structured editing process
  • Strong organizational and file management skills
  • Clear communication and ability to work within a team
Preferred Experience
Experience with high-volume editing workflows
Able to self-correct and maintain consistency across batches
Experience working with presets or batch workflows
Basic troubleshooting mindset when issues arise
2+ years of experience using both Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop (or equivalent proficiency)
Compensation & Schedule
$20–$25 per hour, based on experience
Part-time, in-office role based in Washington, DC
Schedule aligns with active bookings
Central operates Monday through Saturday, 9AM–5PM, rain or shine.
As groups are photographed, edits are required
Apply Today
If this sounds like your kind of work, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your resume and a short note telling us why you’re interested in the role.
A portfolio of edited work (including before/after examples) is strongly encouraged.