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Photo Retoucher (Contract)
Summary
A leading creative production team is seeking an experienced Photo Retoucher to support high-visibility visual content and digital product experiences. This role requires expert-level retouching skills, a refined visual eye, and the ability to deliver polished imagery that aligns with premium brand and design standards.
The ideal candidate brings extensive studio experience, exceptional attention to detail, and a strong portfolio showcasing fashion, beauty, technology, and lifestyle imagery. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional creative teams including art directors, designers, editors, and producers in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Mathys Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Summary
A leading creative production team is seeking an experienced Photo Retoucher to support high-visibility visual content and digital product experiences. This role requires expert-level retouching skills, a refined visual eye, and the ability to deliver polished imagery that aligns with premium brand and design standards.
The ideal candidate brings extensive studio experience, exceptional attention to detail, and a strong portfolio showcasing fashion, beauty, technology, and lifestyle imagery. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional creative teams including art directors, designers, editors, and producers in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute high-quality photo retouching and post-production for digital and product-focused experiences.
- Retouch and composite imagery with a focus on portraits, beauty, color correction, masking/silhouetting, and compositing.
- Collaborate with creative and production teams to ensure imagery meets visual and technical standards.
- Interpret creative direction and implement feedback efficiently and accurately.
- Work within established design comps and template layouts.
- Maintain organized file structures, naming conventions, and timely asset delivery.
- Troubleshoot technical and workflow-related production issues as needed.
- Adapt quickly to new tools, software, and workflows.
- 7 years of professional photo retouching experience.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and technology imagery.
- Advanced proficiency in Photoshop, Capture One, Lightroom, and Keynote.
- Deep understanding of color, composition, masking, beauty retouching, and image finishing techniques.
- Experience working in high-volume, fast-paced production environments.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities simultaneously.
- Resume submissions must include a portfolio and/or website link showcasing relevant retouching work.
- Hybrid work arrangement required.
- Candidates must be able to work onsite in either Culver City, CA or Cupertino, CA.
- 6-month contract assignment
- Hybrid schedule
- Pay Rate:
- Culver City, CA: $60/hour
- Cupertino, CA: $61/hour
Mathys Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $60 - $61