PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE ONLY CONSIDERING APPLICANTS WHO HAVE WORKED PROFESSIONALLY AS A RETOUCHER: This is a SENIOR retoucher Position. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE NOT WORKED IN THAT ROLE. No photographers who have done retouching or graphic designers. You need to be an experienced and trained photo retoucher.
Also, the Role is ONSITE in Vista, CA. No remote work. Thanks!
We are seeking a skilled Photo Retoucherto join our production team. This role is responsible for editing and enhancing high-quality photography for commercial and marketing use across a range of projects, including sports equipment, food, footwear, apparel, and lifestyle imagery.
This is a highly detailed, production-focused role that requires strong technical skill, refined visual judgment, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and high image volumes. The ideal candidate has a sharp eye for color and consistency, follows creative direction precisely, and takes pride in delivering clean, professional imagery at scale.
This position is on-site at our Vista studioand works closely with our in-house photography and creative teams.
Responsibilities
- Retouching and color-correcting high-resolution images
- Performing skin retouching, object cleanup, and compositing as needed
- Matching established visual styles and brand guidelines
- Preparing files for web, print, and marketing use
- Managing multiple projects while meeting tight turnaround times
- Handling high image volumes without sacrificing quality
- Implementing feedback and revisions efficiently
Qualifications
- Professional experience in photo retouching and image editing
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (and related Adobe tools)
- Strong understanding of color, lighting, and composition
- Exceptional attention to detail and visual consistency
- Ability to work independently and remain focused for extended periods
- Professional portfolio required
Nice to Have
- Photography experience
- Video editing or motion graphics experience
- Experience with Capture One
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced studio environment, enjoys precision work, and consistently delivers high-quality results across large volumes of imagery.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Tell me about advice you took that fundamentally changed your trajectory. What made you trust it and what shifted afterward?
- Describe a transformation you went through to perform better at work. What triggered it and what permanently changed?
- In your experience, what separates someone who is average at their job from someone who is exceptional? Give an example from your own career where you saw that difference.
- Tell me a story from your career that would help me understand who you are when things get hard.
- What’s a mistake you made that took you longer than it should have to admit? What finally made you face it?
- Describe a difficult decision you had to make at work where both options had real consequences. What was the situation, what did you choose, and what happened afterward?
- Describe your career in photo retouching and the milestones that have brought you to this point, highlighting your achievements and skills in retouching and the meaningful work you have done.
Experience:
- retouching: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
