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Senior Photo Retoucher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

Senior Photo Editor (Fixed Term)

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$45 - $64/hr

  • Medical

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Vast is seeking a Senior Photo Editor to join its Media Production team on a fixed-term basis ... The ideal candidate is a technically precise, visually confident retoucher who can move fast ...

Senior Image Retoucher

Corte Madera, CA · On-site

$50 - $75/hr

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  • Retirement

Perform high-end image retouching across product, lifestyle, and marketing imagery, ensuring every detail meets elevated brand standards. * Execute precise color correction and color matching to ...

Photo Art Director - Mark & Graham

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$142K - $149K/yr

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  • Retirement

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This role partners closely with the Creative Director and Senior Photo Manager to shape the visual ... retouching guidance, and final crop direction. This role collaborates closely with photographers ...

You will work closely with Photo, Retouching, and Brand partners to ensure premium, consistent ... Senior Stylist, Visual Direction • Act as a liaison between Styling, Photo, Retouching, and Brand ...

Sr. Stylist, Visual Direction

San Francisco, CA

$119K - $155K/yr

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  • PTO

You will work closely with Photo, Retouching, and Brand partners to ensure premium, consistent ... Senior Stylist, Visual Direction • Act as a liaison between Styling, Photo, Retouching, and Brand ...

Senior Creative Lead

New York, NY

$67K - $176K/yr

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Photo retouching a plus * Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection & curation ... Senior Level - Exceeds qualifications on an outstanding basis

Senior Creative Lead

New York, NY · On-site

$67K - $176K/yr

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  • Dental

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Photo retouching a plus * Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection & curation ... Senior Level - Exceeds qualifications on an outstanding basis About WITHIN WITHIN is the world ...

Senior Creative Lead

New York, NY · On-site

$67K - $176K/yr

Photo retouching a plus * Styling & Set/Prop Design: Experience with wardrobe selection & curation ... Senior Level - Exceeds qualifications on an outstanding basis About WITHIN WITHIN is the world ...

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How much do senior photo retoucher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior photo retoucher in the United States is $33.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior photo retoucher?

A Senior Photo Retoucher is responsible for enhancing and refining images to meet high-quality standards in industries like fashion, advertising, and e-commerce. They use advanced photo editing techniques, such as color correction, skin retouching, and compositing, to achieve a polished and professional look. This role requires expertise in software like Adobe Photoshop, a keen eye for detail, and strong artistic skills. Senior retouchers often collaborate with photographers, art directors, and clients to ensure the final images align with the creative vision. They may also mentor junior retouchers, manage workflow efficiency, and uphold brand consistency across images.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a senior photo retoucher?

To thrive as a Senior Photo Retoucher, you need advanced image editing skills, a strong understanding of color theory, and extensive experience in digital photography. Mastery of industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, as well as familiarity with high-resolution file management, is essential. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and effective communication with creative teams are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure high-quality visual results that meet client specifications and production deadlines.

What are the typical challenges faced by senior photo retouchers in their daily work?

Senior Photo Retouchers often face tight deadlines, high volumes of images, and the need to balance technical perfection with creative vision. They may need to address differing client expectations or feedback while ensuring consistent quality across multiple projects and platforms. Collaboration with photographers, art directors, and other creative professionals is common, requiring strong communication and adaptability. Staying updated on new software tools and industry trends can also be important for maintaining a competitive edge in this dynamic field.

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Infographic showing various Senior Photo Retoucher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,561 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

Senior Retoucher

Arhaus

Boston Heights, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Arhaus rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 62 rated furniture retailers


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.

AI CODE OF CONDUCT

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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