Mid-Weight Image Retoucher

Vivienne Westwood; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British fashion brand is seeking a Mid-Weight Image Retoucher to join their Ecommerce Team. This full-time role involves delivering consistent and quality artwork, while supporting Senior Retouchers in the production process. Candidates should have a strong portfolio with at least 4 years of experience in the retouch/edit field, excellent Photoshop knowledge, and the ability to multitask. The position offers various employee benefits including staff discounts and training support.

Benefits

Staff discounts

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in retouch/edit field with a strong portfolio of creative work.
• Advanced knowledge of automotive and fashion retouching techniques.
• Composite retouch experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for retouch guidelines and apply creative direction.
• Perform quality control on editing and colour checking/matching images.
• Suggest retouch processes and software to enhance workflows.

Skills

Excellent Photoshop knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask

Tools

Adobe Suite

Capture One

Job description

Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British Fashion Brands that cares about its people and the environment. Our Ecommerce Team is looking for a Mid‑Weight Image Retoucher to join the Merton Office on a full‑time basis.

Overview

Clear brand understanding and the delivery of consistent, quality artwork to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an ambassador for retouch guidelines, translating and applying creative direction on behalf of Senior Retouchers.
• Support Senior Retouchers with the production process and day‑to‑day retouch operations to meet deadlines.
• Perform quality control on editing and colour checking/matching images with garments/products to ensure consistent colour accuracy.
• Suggest retouch processes and software to enhance studio workflows and advise on the most effective techniques.
• Maintain and organise personal retouch workload and checklist priorities, ensuring assets are submitted onto the VW dropbox for approval.
• Devise training and support sessions with Senior Retouchers to develop the team’s technical and creative skills with Adobe Suite and Capture One.
• Communicate openly with Senior Retouchers, Image and Content Coordinator or Ecom Studio Operations Manager about any delays or changes to delivery schedules.
• Participate in a retouch trial set and an onsite interview at the Merton Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in retouch/edit field with a strong portfolio of creative work.
• Excellent Photoshop knowledge and a strong understanding of colour spaces and Mac systems.
• Advanced knowledge of automotive and fashion retouching techniques.
• Composite retouch experience.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to multitask & prioritise workload.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills – solution focussed.
• Experience in an e‑commerce setting preferred.
• Ability to attend the SW19 office at least 3 times a week.

Benefits

• Staff discounts.
• Training, health & wellbeing support (private medical insurance, EAP, gym discounts, access to financial planning).
• Perkbox membership – access to a wide range of perks, discounts and wellness resources.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunity to develop new skills and progress in your career.

EEO & Equal Opportunity

Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws.