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Photo Retoucher
Chefman • Mahwah, NJ1d
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Freelance Photo Retoucher (Full-Time, Contract)
Chefman•Mahwah, NJ
About The Position
We’re seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented freelance Photo Retoucher to support the team full-time, at 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for color and composition, strong technical expertise, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. They must be able to take direction, manage time efficiently, and consistently deliver polished, brand-aligned visual assets. If the partnership proves successful, there may be an opportunity for long-term employment. Applicants must provide a portfolio showcasing relevant retouching work; applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of professional retouching experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One.
- Expert-level retouching, editing, and color correction skills.
- Strong knowledge of non-destructive workflows, smart objects, and filters.
- Skill in masking, blending, and Dodge & Burn techniques.
- Understanding of photographic lighting and visual composition.
- Experience with tethered Capture One workflows and color profiling.
- Excellent color vision and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong time management.
- Receptive to feedback and fast-paced iteration.
- Adherence to structured asset organization and file naming.
- Must provide a portfolio showcasing relevant retouching work.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AI tools such as Generative Fill, Luminar AI, and Runway ML.
- Experience with complex multi-image compositing.
- Awareness of automation opportunities and AI-assisted workflows.
Responsibilities
- Retouch product imagery by removing dust, correcting inaccuracies, and cleaning up backgrounds.
- Apply compositing, silo paths, perspective adjustments, and lighting and shadow refinement.
- Ensure color accuracy using physical samples or reference materials.
- Align multiple image angles to create cohesive image sets.
- Perform image quality checks before submission.
- Collaborate with the Director of Photo to maintain brand consistency.
- Execute quick and accurate file adjustments as needed.
- Maintain organized assets and structured file naming.
- Understand output requirements for digital and print, including RGB and CMYK.
- Deliver high-quality, production-ready images.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Photo Retoucher salary in the US is approximately $75,000 per year, with a typical range of $35,000 to $137,000.
