Senior Photo Retoucher / Digital Artist

TheLabNew York, NY
73d$80,000 - $120,000Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Senior Photo Retouching Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work hands-on across a wide range of categories - beauty, fashion, jewelry, automotive, food & bev and beyond - collaborating with our creative and production teams to bring client visions to life through expert-level retouching, compositing, and image development.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional retouching experience in a commercial studio or agency environment.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One.
  • Strong working knowledge of AI Image-Gen tools and an understanding of how to blend traditional and AI-based workflows.
  • Exceptional skin retouching skills that preserve natural texture and tone.
  • A strong eye for composition, anatomy, and color; an illustration or fine arts background is a plus.
  • Experience in multilayer CGI compositing.
  • Excellent organization, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Experience managing complex file systems and adhering to structured workflow processes.

Responsibilities

  • Execute high-end retouching, color correction, and compositing across a range of visual styles and media.
  • Collaborate closely with photographers, producers, and art directors to interpret creative intent, lead client reviews and deliver best-in-class imagery.
  • Build and refine composites to support creative development and concept visualization.
  • Integrate emerging tools - including AI-based image generation and enhancement models and CGI renders into retouching and ideation workflows where appropriate.
  • Maintain consistent color management and output standards across digital and print deliverables.
  • Oversee and uphold file structure, version control, and asset management protocols.
  • Participate in quality control, routing, and release processes to ensure final deliverables meet all creative and technical standards.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.

Benefits

  • Benefits and 401k match begin day 1 of FTE employment
  • Competitive salary for this position is $80,000-$120,000 annually.
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