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Washington, DC · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
Senior Editorial Retoucher
Washington, DC · On-site
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
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Washington, DC · On-site
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
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$70K - $75K/yr
Who We Are Born from the leading creative and media agencies and engineered for a data-driven world ... JOB SUMMARY: The Retoucher is responsible for managing the production of projects that combine ...
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Automotive Retoucher
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$80K - $90K/yr
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Senior Lead Retoucher
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Automotive Retoucher
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Washington, DC · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
Senior Editorial Retoucher
Washington, DC · On-site
$75K - $90K/yr
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
Senior Editorial Retoucher
$75K - $90K/yr
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
Senior Editorial Retoucher
$75K - $90K/yr
This role requires mastery in advanced retouching techniques, refined creative judgment, and a strategic understanding of how imagery supports overarching brand storytelling and visual presentation.
Automotive Retoucher
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You will oversee retouching complex and demanding editorial fashion campaign photography. Your ... Ability to receive creative direction from the Director, Art and the Director, Creative Services ...
You will oversee retouching complex and demanding editorial fashion campaign photography. Your ... Ability to receive creative direction from the Director, Art and the Director, Creative Services ...
Photo Retoucher
Glenview, IL · On-site
Uline's Creative department is an image-driven powerhouse of over 170 professionals who deliver with speed, passion and excellence. As a Photo Retoucher, collaborate with our in-house photo studio ...
Photo Retoucher
Glenview, IL · On-site
Uline's Creative department is an image-driven powerhouse of over 170 professionals who deliver with speed, passion and excellence. As a Photo Retoucher, collaborate with our in-house photo studio ...
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How much do creative retoucher jobs pay per hour?
As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative retoucher 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.
What does a typical day look like for a Creative Retoucher, and how do they interact with other professionals on a project?
A typical day for a Creative Retoucher involves reviewing and editing images, performing tasks such as skin retouching, color grading, background cleanup, and compositing elements to achieve the desired final look. Most Creative Retouchers work closely with photographers, art directors, and graphic designers to interpret creative briefs and deliver images that align with project requirements. Collaboration and feedback sessions are common, requiring strong communication and adaptability. Work may be fast-paced and deadline-driven, especially for campaigns or editorial projects, but it also offers the opportunity for creative problem-solving and professional growth through exposure to diverse visual styles and industries.
What is a Creative Retoucher job?
A Creative Retoucher is a professional who enhances and manipulates images to achieve a polished, visually appealing result. They work closely with photographers, designers, and art directors to adjust colors, remove imperfections, and add artistic effects while maintaining the integrity of the original image. This role is common in advertising, fashion, and e-commerce industries, where high-quality imagery is essential for branding and marketing. Creative Retouchers use advanced software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to create compelling visuals that align with brand aesthetics and project requirements.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Creative Retoucher position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Creative Retoucher, you need a strong background in photo editing, color correction, and an eye for visual composition, typically supported by a portfolio demonstrating your work. Expertise in industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Capture One is essential, and certifications in these tools can be beneficial. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with photographers and art directors are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure high-quality image enhancements that meet client or brand visions efficiently and creatively.
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Job description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Retoucher is responsible for managing the production of projects that combine multiple services, such as print/retouching, mechanicals, proofing and more. They work with a variety of teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and meet client requirements.
This role will be hybrid: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Location: Chicago
Salary Range: $70k- $75k
All applicants must submit a resume listing relevant experience and a portfolio with applicable examples of talent, approach, results (before and after examples are best)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Retouch, composite, and color correct RGB and CMYK images
- Must maintain the highest level of quality and approach to image builds, editing, and color correction
- Ensure that all retouching is done to the highest standards and specifications for both RGB and CMYK workflows
- Manage multiple projects while adhering to a strict file structure to meet dynamic and aggressive deadlines, while maintaining an intuitive / consistent approach to file organization
- Color correct, retouch and compose imagery for all levels of reproduction including commercial, OOH, print, and digital
- Must have extensive working knowledge of color management (RGB and CMYK), creative compositing, and advanced file structure workflows
- Ensure that all jobs are quality control checked for each and every edit
- Employ various tools and techniques for image enhancement and artifact reduction
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 5 years Professional Photoshop Retouching experience (or equivalent system experience)
- Working knowledge of Capture One and originating images from RAW file formats
- CGI Experience is a benefit
- Digital Painting (ability to originate / recreate / enhance elements from a reference file)
- Proven understanding of color spaces and knowledge of various color profiles
- Demonstratable experience in subject specific retouching (beauty, auto, tech, lifestyle) is a strong benefit
- Expert attention to detail and quality control
- Extremely accurate color vision (numerical knowledge as well as comparative proof evaluation)
- Add value to the creative process by collaborating with creatives on vision and campaign intent
- Well-organized and ability to multitask
- Ability to adapt hours to meet project requirements
- Solution focused projecting a positive tone and experience while dealing with complex projects and tight deadlines
- Adaptable to perform as a team player or a team lead based on project needs
- Willingness to share knowledge and contribute to the development of the team and group as a whole
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