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Production Retouchers are responsible for preparing press ready digital image files for offset ... Ability to do art directed creative retouching * Color correct images to match client supplied ...

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Lehi, UT ยท On-site

Maintain consistent color across different angles, products, materials, colorways, and image sets ... Demonstrated ability to match digital imagery accurately to physical products or approved ...

Maintain consistent color across different angles, products, materials, colorways, and image sets ... Demonstrated ability to match digital imagery accurately to physical products or approved ...

Retoucher

Lehi, UT ยท On-site

Maintain consistent color across different angles, products, materials, colorways, and image sets ... Demonstrated ability to match digital imagery accurately to physical products or approved ...

Create multiple color variants of a single product image as needed for product lines or promotional ... Crop digital photographic images|maintain file size specification guidelines * Ensure color ...

Description Photo Retoucher Portland, OR Studio Description Premier Press is one of the largest ... image reproduction to prepare imagery appropriately for both digital and print applications.

Photo Retoucher Portland, OR Studio Description Premier Press is one of the largest creative ... image reproduction to prepare imagery appropriately for both digital and print applications.

Create multiple color variants of a single product image as needed for product lines or promotional ... Crop digital photographic images|maintain file size specification guidelines * Ensure color ...

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How much do digital image retoucher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for digital image retoucher in the United States is $26.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a digital image retoucher?

Digital Image Retouchers are professionals who use specialized software to enhance, manipulate, and correct photographs or digital images. Their work may involve color correction, removing blemishes, adjusting lighting, and retouching details to meet client or artistic requirements. They often collaborate with photographers, designers, and art directors in industries such as advertising, fashion, and publishing. Strong technical skills and a keen eye for detail are essential in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a digital image retoucher?

To thrive as a Digital Image Retoucher, you need strong skills in photo editing, color correction, and a keen eye for detail, typically supported by experience in photography or graphic design. Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other industry-standard editing software is essential, and certifications in these tools can be advantageous. Creativity, time management, and clear client communication are standout soft skills in this position. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality visual content that meets client expectations and project deadlines.

What are some common challenges faced by digital image retouchers when working with tight deadlines?

Digital Image Retouchers often work with fast-paced schedules, especially in industries like fashion, advertising, and e-commerce. The main challenge is maintaining high-quality results while meeting quick turnaround times. This requires excellent time management skills, proficiency with editing software, and the ability to prioritize tasks. Additionally, retouchers must communicate effectively with photographers, art directors, and clients to ensure expectations are clear and revisions are handled efficiently.

What is the difference between Digital Image Retoucher vs Photo Editor?

AspectDigital Image RetoucherPhoto Editor
Primary FocusRefining and correcting images, removing flaws, enhancing detailsSelecting, cropping, and organizing photos, adjusting overall composition
Skills & ToolsPhotoshop, Lightroom, retouching techniquesPhoto management software, basic editing tools
Work EnvironmentFreelance, studio, advertising agenciesMedia companies, magazines, online platforms

While both roles involve working with digital images, a Digital Image Retoucher specializes in detailed editing and retouching to improve image quality, whereas a Photo Editor manages the selection and overall presentation of photos. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals identify the right skill set for each position.

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Infographic showing various Digital Image Retoucher job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,688 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Senior Production Retoucher

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข On-site

Olberding Brand Family
Marketingย โ€ขย 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post hasย expired today.ย Applications are no longer accepted.


Key responsibilities

  • Prepare press-ready digital image files by performing color separations, trapping, clipping paths, and color corrections.

  • Verify that final files meet client and printer specifications and evaluate images for print process adjustments.

  • Maintain an effective workflow from artwork scheduling to proof stage and communicate with internal teams to ensure quality and compliance.


Job description

Senior Production Retoucher
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused on delivering the highest quality and client service in the graphics design, management and printing industry. We Design, Optimize and Protect Brands. Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a broad range of services from brand strategy and packaging design, to adaptive design across various print and digital platforms, all the way to color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in Cincinnati, we have over 450 employees throughout the United States and offices in Europe and Asia.
Production Retouchers are responsible for preparing press ready digital image files for offset, gravure and flexo printers from client-supplied files. This includes color separations, cloning, color corrections, clipping paths, color conversions, trapping, curves, evaluate for contaminating colors, etc. Production Retouchers maintain an effective and efficient workflow from the point the artwork (image) is scheduled to the proof stage.
Production Retouchers must maintain direct and open communication with internal Account Managers, Production and Quality teams to assure the final file meets the clientโ€™s and printerโ€™s specifications.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Create final press ready art images by trapping, color separations, screening specs, curves etc.
  • Ability to do art directed creative retouching
  • Color correct images to match client supplied targets
  • Verify final files meet clientโ€™s graphic and printer specifications
  • Evaluate images for print process and adjusting for minimum dots, highlight pushes, and contaminating colors
  • Maintain an effective comprehension of profiling and workflow procedures
  • Maintain accuracy on all orders so that orders flow efficiently and effectively
  • Assist in the development and documentation of standard operating procedures within Color Services
  • Follow SOPs to assure clientโ€™s requirements are met
  • Can check others work to ensure client expectations are met
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to more junior roles on their teams
Qualifications Include:
  • Possess high level of knowledge of consumer products packaging, creative design, production artwork process and printing requirements
  • Proficient use of the Apple operating system including knowledge of business software such as Office, FileMaker Pro and Acrobat
  • Mastery of Photoshop and knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite software.
  • Deep understanding of major printing methods (Flexo, Gravure, Offset)
  • Consumer Packaging experience a plus
  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in business or graphics communication โ€“ or equivalent experience
  • Deep knowledge of color separation, management and printing processes required (i.e. flexographic, rotogravure, offset, digital)
  • 8+ yearsโ€™ experience in graphic design, print production, pre-press and / or printing processes
  • Proficiency in color management, inks and packaging substrates
  • Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator and Photoshop
Why Choose Olberding Brand Family?
When you join Olberding Brand Family, youโ€™re not just taking a job; youโ€™re becoming part of a legacy of excellence and innovation. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where your expertise in pre-media will be highly valued. We believe in supporting our employees' well-being and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
  • A 401k retirement plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future
  • Flexible/hybrid work schedules that promote work-life balance
  • Generous paid time off (PTO), personal time, and volunteer time off, in addition to 8 observed holidays
  • Parental leave to support growing families
  • Career development opportunities
The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds.
Ready to make your mark in the world of premedia excellence? For the fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website at www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls, please.