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WITHIN

Senior Creative Lead (Freelancer)

New York, NY · On-site

$22 - $95/hr

Retouching: Photo retouching a plus * Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection ... As this is a freelancer role, hours can fluctuate weekly. About WITHIN WITHIN is the world's first ...

WITHIN

Senior Creative Lead (Freelancer)

New York, NY · On-site

$22 - $95/hr

Retouching: Photo retouching a plus * Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection ... As this is a freelancer role, hours can fluctuate weekly. About WITHIN WITHIN is the world's first ...

Gap, Inc.

Sr. Stylist, Visual Direction

Oakland, CA · On-site

... retouching needs to support accurate planning and meet deliverables. • Build and maintain style guides, decks, and documentation for both internal teams and freelancers. • Support product walk ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

New York, NY

$500 - $800/day

Enhance outputs through compositing, retouching, color grading, VFX, and finishing workflows ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$500 - $800/day

Enhance outputs through compositing, retouching, color grading, VFX, and finishing workflows ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

CoCreativ

AI Artist (freelance to hire)

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$500 - $800/day

Enhance outputs through compositing, retouching, color grading, VFX, and finishing workflows ... Exceptional freelancers may be considered for full-time opportunities as our AI team continues to ...

Shutterfly

Photo Studio Specialist I

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

... freelance). * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. * Strong understanding of production file prep, smart objects, templates, and file optimization. * Retouching ...

Shutterfly

Photo Studio Specialist I

Eden Prairie, MN

... freelance). * Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Illustrator. * Strong understanding of production file prep, smart objects, templates, and file optimization. * Retouching ...

Solomon Page

Print Production Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$34/hr

This freelance role will run for 3 months with potential to extend and will be hybrid in their NYC ... Support retouching, color matching, and print proof review in alignment with layout requirements ...

Gap, Inc.

Manager, Digital Production

Oakland, CA · On-site

This role oversees a cross-brand team of full-time and freelance retouchers/digital artists and ... Experienced in retouching workflows, image standards, and e-commerce production * Comfortable ...

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How much do freelance retoucher jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance 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 is a Freelance Retoucher job?

A Freelance Retoucher is a professional who enhances and edits images for clients on a project or contract basis. They work with photographers, brands, and agencies to improve photos by adjusting colors, removing imperfections, and refining visual details. Using software like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, they ensure images meet the desired aesthetic and quality standards. Freelance Retouchers manage their own schedules, set rates, and collaborate remotely or in-person depending on client needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Retoucher position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Retoucher, you need strong expertise in photo editing, color correction, and image manipulation, supported by a portfolio showcasing your technical ability. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and sometimes Capture One is essential, and certifications in these tools can be advantageous. Excellent communication, time management, and attention to detail set standout professionals apart in this field. These skills are important because they ensure high-quality results, meet client expectations, and help maintain long-term client relationships in a competitive market.

What are some common challenges faced by Freelance Retouchers, and how can they be overcome?

Freelance Retouchers often face challenges such as managing fluctuating workloads, meeting tight deadlines, and interpreting varied client feedback. Success in this role requires excellent organizational skills to balance multiple projects, as well as clear and proactive communication to clarify client expectations early in the process. Building a strong client base can also take time, so networking and consistently delivering high-quality work are key. Many retouchers use project management tools and maintain organized portfolios to help streamline their workflow and demonstrate their expertise. By developing these strategies, freelance retouchers can increase their efficiency, reputation, and opportunities for repeat business.

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Senior Creative Lead (Freelancer)

Senior Creative Lead (Freelancer)

WITHIN

New York, NY • On-site

$22 - $95/hr

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Posted 20 days ago

Job description

About the Role

At WITHIN, we champion growth, innovation, and forward-thinking creativity. Now, we're looking for a Senior Creative Lead freelancer who embodies this ethos: a talented, multidisciplinary creative who can ideate, design, and craft our clients' digital narratives. Boasting several years of experience in the realm of digital content creation with a strong social and digital portfolio, you know what it takes to grow brands through exciting, engaging, and beautiful content. 

Responsibilities

  • Performance-Focused Content Creation: Craft content with intent. From ideation to execution, you'll be charged with weaving our clients' visual identity, voice, and ethos into groundbreaking content, pushing engagement and metrics beyond set KPIs.
  • Multifaceted Ideation and Creative Development: You'll brainstorm, concept, plan, produce, edit, and write copy for content within a lean structure to bring ideas to life.
  • Trend Analysis & Application: Vigilantly monitor the digital sphere. Absorb emerging social trends, ensuring our content remains at the front of relevance and innovation. When a trend surfaces, you're already brainstorming how to adapt it to our unique brand narrative.
  • Detail-Oriented Post-Production & Delivery: Ensure each content piece undergoes rigorous post-production process & QA. From video edits, image selection, retouching to quality checks, every detail matters.
  • Operational Mastery: Command multiple projects. Adhere to tight schedules, and ensure an iterative approach, valuing feedback and refining accordingly.

Requirements

  • Solid Track Record: 4-5 years in the trenches, creating and producing paid and organic social content. Your portfolio should echo your proficiency.
  • Technical Prowess: Deep knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects), Figma, and Capcut. Photo+Video Camera operations, audio recording nuances, and lighting techniques should be second nature to you.
  • Studio Proficiency: Over 3+ years planning/running in-studio shoots. This entails everything from setting up the perfect shot to ensuring the lighting captures our clients' energy.
  • Intuitive Insights: A holistic grasp of the social media landscape is crucial. This entails understanding not just the emerging trends but the undercurrents shaping them.
  • Versatility: Equally adept at team-based and solo projects. The ability to pivot between collaboration and independent endeavors is crucial.
  • Rapid Adaptability: A dynamic environment isn't a challenge but an opportunity. This role demands proactive problem-solving and an innate drive.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to communicate well with clients and internal stakeholders is a must. 
  • Production Budget Management: Ability to bid, forecast, keep a running total, and reconcile wrapped budgets for your shoots is a must. 

Nice to have:

  • Generative AI Experience: Proficiency in Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, ChatGPT a plus 
  • Retouching: Photo retouching a plus
  • Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection & curation, set design, prop selection and styling 
  • Food & Beverage Production: Experience generating content for food & beverage brands, particularly alcohol & spirits, that's awesome. 
  • Fashion/Retail Production: Experience generating content for retail and/or fashion brands, definitely a plus as well.  

We offer a competitive rate based on education, experience, and skills level ($22-$95)

  • Level 1 - $22-$36
    • Level 1 - Possesses essential capabilities.
  • Level 2 - $36-$51
    • Level 2 - Possesses developing capabilities.
  • Level 3 - $51-$66
    • Level 3 - Possesses notable capabilities.
  • Level 4 - $66-$81
    • Level 4 - Possesses strong capabilities.
  • Level 5 - $81-$95
    • Level 5 - Possesses advanced capabilities.

As this is a freelancer role, hours can fluctuate weekly.

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