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Product Retoucher

Portland, OR · On-site

$65/hr

Retouching Excellence: Demonstrated expertise in high-end product retouching, including color correction, image cleanup, compositing, masking, artifact removal, and detail enhancement while ...

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Boston Heights, OH · On-site

This role will work on the retouching and color management of images for a range of marketing materials, including ecommerce photography. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: * Retouch environment ...

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

$35/hr

Perform color matching, compositing, skin retouching, and product cleanup as needed. * Maintain consistent image quality and follow established workflow standards. * Manage and maintain clean file ...

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Proven experience in photo retouching and color manipulation, with a strong portfolio demonstrating before-and-after examples * Strong knowledge of color theory, with the ability to perform color ...

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San Pedro, CA · On-site

Support consistent visual execution during shoots 🎨 Retouching & Post-Production * Retouch and color correct product and lifestyle imagery * Manage full post-production workflow from ingest to ...

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Photo Retoucher

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Support color correction, compositing, background cleanup, and advanced retouching as required by project scope. * Ensure all assets meet technical specifications and platform requirements prior to ...

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Washington, DC · On-site

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Corte Madera, CA · On-site

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Complete retouching of high-resolution digital files. * Review new photography and color correct to match product samples. Add paths and shadows. * Ensure final print projects contain proper images.

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Senior Editorial Retoucher

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$75K - $90K/yr

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Photo Retoucher

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Complete retouching of high-resolution digital files. * Review new photography and color correct to match product samples. Add paths and shadows. * Ensure final print projects contain proper images.

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Senior Editorial Retoucher

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Apply mastery-level image retouching techniques including advanced color correction, sophisticated compositing, background cleanup, high-end skin retouching, and final file preparation for premium ...

Heritage Auctions

Photo Retoucher

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Associate degree or equivalent work history * 2+ years of photo retouching, color correction, and image manipulation * Experience in eCommerce Photo Production is a plus SKILLS & ABILITIES: * Adobe ...

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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for color retouching in the United States is $31.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Color Retouching, you need a strong understanding of color theory, image editing techniques, and a keen eye for detail, typically supported by experience in photography or graphic design. Proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom is essential, and certifications in digital imaging can be beneficial. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to collaborate with photographers, designers, and clients are key soft skills. These abilities are crucial for producing high-quality, visually appealing images that meet client specifications and project deadlines.

What is a Color Retouching job?

A Color Retouching job involves adjusting and enhancing images to achieve accurate color reproduction and visual consistency. Professionals in this role work with digital images, correcting color balance, exposure, and contrast to meet specific artistic or brand standards. They use software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom to refine photographs for print, digital media, or advertising. This role requires a keen eye for detail, color theory knowledge, and technical proficiency in editing tools.

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Professionals in Color Retouching often encounter challenges such as balancing client expectations with realistic outcomes, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and maintaining color consistency across different outputs and platforms. Working with high-resolution files can also demand attention to detail and strong technical skills to avoid errors that may only be visible at larger scales. Additionally, retouchers frequently coordinate with photographers, creative directors, and marketing teams to ensure the final product matches the intended vision. Overcoming these challenges requires both technical expertise and strong interpersonal communication.

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Senior Lead Retoucher

Senior Lead Retoucher

Ashley Global Retail, LLC

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Ashley Furniture rating

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Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 283 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 46 rated furniture manufacturers

Job description

Position Overview
Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a highly experienced Senior / Lead Retoucher to serve as the central authority for image finishing, color accuracy, and retouch standards across our global visual ecosystem, spanning photography, CGI, AI-generated imagery, and hybrid workflows.
Ashley produces an extraordinary volume of imagery worldwide. This role owns visual consistency, color accuracy, and finishing quality across all channels by building the systems, processes, and standards that support our production pipeline.
The ideal candidate combines the craft of a world-class retoucher, the systems thinking of a production leader, and the visual judgment of a seasoned art director. You'll partner closely with photography teams, CGI artists, AI innovators, designers, DAM administrators, and production teams to ensure every asset reflects Ashley's brand quality and craftsmanship from capture to final distribution.
This is a highly collaborative role requiring both deep technical expertise and strategic leadership across the creative production pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Global Visual Standards
  • Own global authority for image finishing and color accuracy across all production methods
  • Develop and own calibrated color standards for accurate representation of materials, fabrics, woods, and finishes
  • Creating and owning a digital color standard library
  • Own retouching standards ensuring consistent color, lighting, texture, and realism
  • Conduct visual audits to identify inconsistencies and improvement opportunities
  • Define finishing standards across all channels and product categories

Process & Workflow
  • Design and implement unified global retouch workflows
  • Develop documented finishing pipelines for photography, CGI, AI, and hybrid assets
  • Partner with DAM teams on metadata, approvals, and version control
  • Establish intake/output processes ensuring assets meet standards
  • Build scalable systems supporting increased volume without quality loss

Production Alignment
  • Collaborate with photography teams on capture techniques that reduce retouch complexity
  • Guide lighting, material capture, and calibration techniques
  • Partner with CGI and AI teams to align outputs with finishing standards
  • Own partnerships with external retouching resources
  • Work with creative teams to maintain cohesive visual language
  • Identify streamlining opportunities across capture, rendering, and finishing

Quality Control
  • Act as visual checkpoint throughout the finishing process
  • Review global studio imagery for proper preparation and delivery
  • Coach retouch artists and production teams on standards
  • Establish quality checkpoints for color consistency and accuracy
  • Establish and implement the process for auditing existing images to match color targets
  • Partner with leadership to maintain unified visual standards

Technology & Innovation
  • Stay current on AI imaging, CGI rendering, and advanced retouch technologies
  • Evaluate and implement tools improving speed, automation, and quality
  • Integrate AI-assisted retouch and automation where appropriate
  • Ensure new technologies enhance productivity while maintaining standards

Required Qualifications
Experience & Background
  • 10+ years of professional retouching experience in high-volume commercial production environments
  • Proven expertise across photography, CGI, AI-generated imagery, and hybrid visual workflows
  • Demonstrated experience developing retouch standards and color management systems for large-scale production
  • Experience supporting global teams and distributed creative production environments
  • Background in furniture, retail, consumer goods, or high-volume product photography environments preferred

Technical Skills
Expert in color correction, compositing, material realism, and advanced finishing
  • Strong understanding of color calibration, targets, and digital color management
  • Expert Adobe Photoshop proficiency and professional retouching workflows
  • Experience with RAW workflows, CGI renders, layered files, and AI-generated imagery
  • Knowledge of DAM and asset management systems

Core Competencies
  • Exceptional visual judgment and attention to detail
  • Strong process design and documentation abilities
  • Translates visual standards into scalable production systems
  • Highly collaborative with cross-disciplinary influence
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills in complex environments

Leadership
  • Leads through expertise, influence, and process ownership
  • Communicates effectively across global teams and disciplines
  • Partners with creative leaders, technologists, and production teams
  • Balances strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Passionate about elevating quality while improving efficiency

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