Photo Retoucher [77126]

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We are seeking an experienced Photo Retoucher to join our client in the beauty industry for an 18-month contract.

This is an full-time hybrid role, requiring attendance 4 days on-site per week.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate on high-quality product, still life, and beauty imagery with a focus on retouching skin, hair, and products.

Responsibilities:

• Retouch images per feedback from Production, Photographers, and Art Directors.
• Follow established style guides to deliver consistent, high-quality results.
• Ensure color consistency across all images for the same product, matching images from various cameras and sets.
• Perform color correction for exact product matching.
• Execute advanced retouching, including compositing, blemish removal on skin and products and special effects, corrections, and color grading.
• Utilize tools like masking, adjustment layers, custom curves, and layer masks for knocking out backgrounds.
• Maintain non-destructive editing techniques to ensure flexibility and quality.
• Batch process and automate repetitive tasks for efficient formatting.
• Interpret packaging deco files in Adobe Illustrator and composite files on blank products.
• Use Adobe InDesign to gather and review images for sharing and feedback.

Qualifications:

• Proven retouching experience with a portfolio demonstrating expertise in product, still life, and beauty imagery.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Bridge) and Capture One Pro.
• Strong understanding of color correction and consistency techniques.
• Attention to detail and exceptional time-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members.
• Beauty industry experience.

Bonus Skills:

• Advanced retouching techniques such as color grading and compositing.
• Knowledge of packaging file interpretation and application.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Photo Retoucher opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.