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This role will work on the retouching and color management of images that will appear in a range of marketing materials, with a primary focus on ecommerce photography. This elevated position will ...

Execute advanced retouching assignments with a strong eye for art, composition, and color. * Follow established file build structures and department standards. * Manage priorities and daily workflow ...

Execute advanced retouching assignments with a strong eye for art, composition, and color. Follow established file build structures and department standards. Manage priorities and daily workflow to ...

Photo Retoucher

Irvine, CA · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Preserve a consistent look and feel across all edited content by following established retouching and color guidelines. * Manage daily workload efficiently to meet deadlines without sacrificing ...

$60 - $80/hr

This role will work on the retouching and color management of images that will appear in a range of marketing materials, with a primary focus on ecommerce photography. This elevated position will ...

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 ...

... and detailed retouching across a broad variety of photographic images. * Applies advanced knowledge of RGB and CMYK color spaces, color management, and image reproduction to prepare imagery ...

Maintain organized project files and contribute to scalable asset management practices. Bring your VIBE * 3-6 years of professional photo retouching experience within e-commerce, editorial, or ...

... and detailed retouching across a broad variety of photographic images. * Applies advanced knowledge of RGB and CMYK color spaces, color management, and image reproduction to prepare imagery ...

Photo Retoucher

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Responsibilities Image Retouching & Color Management * Retouch and edit high volumes of e-commerce, marketing, and social media photography while maintaining creative standards. * Perform advanced ...

Participate in image reviews, follow approval processes with deliverables from upper management, and meet all internal deadlines. * Prioritize projects within retouching queue, translating requests ...

Participate in image reviews, follow approval processes with deliverables from upper management, and meet all internal deadlines. * Prioritize projects within retouching queue, translating requests ...

... the capture, retouching, color correction and archive for all SeneGence beauty and product ... Source and manage backdrops, props, and production equipment as needed. * Collaborate with creative ...

Proficiency in imaging and retouching software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or other specialized color correction/retouching tools * Strong knowledge of color theory and color management

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How much do retouching manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for retouching manager in the United States is $104,575.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a retouching manager do?

A Retouching Manager oversees the image editing process, ensuring high-quality visuals for marketing, e-commerce, or editorial use. They manage a team of retouchers, set quality standards, and collaborate with photographers, designers, and art directors. Responsibilities include workflow management, color correction, and maintaining brand consistency. They also ensure deadlines are met while optimizing efficiency and quality in post-production.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a retouching manager?

To thrive as a Retouching Manager, you need advanced photo editing expertise, team leadership experience, and a strong portfolio demonstrating your retouching skills. Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Capture One, and digital asset management systems is often required, and certification in these tools can be advantageous. Strong organization, effective communication, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback are standout soft skills. These qualities are vital for ensuring high-quality visual output, meeting tight deadlines, and managing a team of retouchers in a fast-paced creative environment.

What challenges do retouching managers face, and how are they addressed?

Retouching Managers often face challenges such as balancing high-volume workloads with tight deadlines, ensuring consistent image quality across projects, and coordinating feedback between photographers, clients, and their own teams. To address these, effective workflow management and clear communication channels are established, often supported by project management tools and regular team check-ins. Many companies also foster ongoing training and knowledge-sharing sessions to keep staff up-to-date with the latest retouching techniques and industry standards. This supportive environment helps managers overcome challenges while maintaining both creativity and efficiency.

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Infographic showing various Retouching Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,575 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

Senior Retoucher

Arhaus

Boston Heights, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Retouch environment and silhouette photography, including compositing, clipping, color correcting, object removal, and alteration.

  • Collaborate with Post-Production Manager, fellow Retouchers, and Art Directors to create high-quality retouched imagery for Web & Marketing use.

  • Work with internal and external teams to produce guidance documentation and align workflow development with existing systems.


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Job description

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our vision, creating beautiful, heirloom-quality pieces that can be used—and loved—for generations.

We are seeking a Senior Photo Retoucher who is a highly trained individual that specializes in image manipulation and color correction within the creative industry. This role will work on the retouching and color management of images that will appear in a range of marketing materials, with a primary focus on ecommerce photography. This elevated position will also support some
leadership responsibilities, aligning new and old processes and providing subject expertise to help improve existing systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Work with Internal and External teams to produce guidance documentation, aligning new workflow development to integrate with existing systems.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in decision making for planning and process refinement.
  • Retouch environment and silhouette photography for Arhaus.com or other Marketing projects as needed, including, but not limited to, compositing, clipping, color correcting, object removal and alteration all while using non-destructive photo manipulation and retouching techniques.
  • Collaborate with Post-Production Manager, fellow Retouchers, and Art Directors to create high-quality retouched imagery for Web & Marketing use.
  • Work with Marketing teams to provide efficient, high-quality visual solutions.
  • Stay up to date on brand standards via Web & Marketing style guides and ensure all imagery adheres to those standards.
  • Deliver consistent, color accurate product images.
  • Prioritize and execute responsibilities efficiently.
  • Efficiently handle multiple projects at once. 

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in photography, Fine Arts, Computer Graphics, or Graphic Arts AND 3-5+ years of experience in photo and image production.
  • Product & Editorial Color Correction/Retouching Test Required.
  • Deep understanding and experience with Adobe Creative Suite software (for example, Photoshop, Bridge, InDesign, Acrobat Pro), including experience with non-destructive photo manipulation and retouching.
  • Excellent photo-retouching skills necessary. Retouching skills include but are not limited to, outlines, shadows, clipping, masking, color correcting, adjustment layers, liquefying, compositing, using history states, creating, and using actions.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs.
  • Understanding of color profiles and file formats.
  • Must be able to take direction and work within cross functional teams.
  • Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
  • A portfolio or website that demonstrates a proficient knowledge and understanding of photography and retouching required.
  • This role is based fully on-site out of our HQ in Boston Heights, OH.

Arhaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Arhaus is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Arhaus are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Arhaus will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Arhaus encourages applicants of all ages.

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At Arhaus, we believe great hiring starts with authentic human connection. Throughout your candidate experience, you will be engaging with real recruiters, hiring managers, and interviewers who are focused on getting to know you, your experiences, skills, perspectives, and potential. We encourage candidates to use AI to support resume refinement, interview preparation, brainstorming, and communication. All application materials, assessments, and interview responses must accurately reflect your own experiences, qualifications, and capabilities. We ask that you participate in phone and virtual interviews without using AI to develop your responses. To protect the integrity of our hiring process and the confidentiality of information shared during interviews, candidates may not record, transcribe, or use AI-powered note-taking tools during interviews. We expect all candidates to participate in the hiring process with honesty and integrity. For take-home assignments or role-specific assessments where AI use is permitted, we request transparency on which specific tools were used and how the tools were used and expect an explanation of your approach, contributions, and decision-making.


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