Retoucher (Beauty)

HOGARTH WORLDWIDE SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Production is seeking a talented retoucher to join our post production team. You will deliver world‑class colour retouching across high‑end beauty campaigns, combining technical precision with artistic sensibility to produce cohesive final images.

You will collaborate with photographers and art directors, manage multiple projects, and stay ahead of colour science trends to elevate premium brand aesthetics in a global, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of professional experience in advertising, production or high‑end retouching.
• Portfolio demonstrates complex, high‑end compositing and master key visuals.
• Experience with regional/global brand guidelines and adapting master toolkits across markets.
• Expert-level proficiency in Photoshop and Capture One; knowledge of additional color platforms is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the colour and DI process across hero visuals, print campaigns, digital assets and global adaptations.
• Retouch and finish beauty‑specific stills with skin tone accuracy and brand look.
• Collaborate with photographers, art directors and agency partners to translate creative vision into precise results.
• Manage conform and finishing workflows for print and digital specifications.
• Perform quality control across deliverables, ensuring CMYK colour profiles and global delivery requirements.
• Work with retouching, compositing and production teams for seamless handoffs.
• Manage multiple projects, providing accurate time estimates and clear communication with producers.
• Stay current with evolving colour science and retouching trends.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Capture One

Job description

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world‑class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi‑channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unitecutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next‑generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counselin a single company –powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visitWPP.com.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

We are looking for a talented retoucher with a passion for beauty and premium brand aesthetics to join our post production team. In this role, you will deliver world‑class colour retouching and digital finishing across high‑end beauty and personal care campaigns, working at the intersection of technical expertise and artistic sensibility to realise a cohesive and elevated final image.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the colour and DI process across a range of projects including hero key visuals, print campaigns, digital assets, and global adaptations, with a strong focus on high‑end beauty content
• Retouch and finish beauty‑specific stills material to the highest standard — with particular attention to skin tone rendering, complexion consistency, product colour accuracy, and overall brand look and feel
• Collaborate closely with photographers, art directors, and agency partners during client‑attended sessions, translating creative vision into a technically precise and aesthetically refined result
• Manage conform and finishing workflows, ensuring all elements are correctly assembled and delivered to print and digital specifications
• Perform quality control across all deliverables, applying a thorough knowledge of large‑format print standards, CMYK colour profiles, and global delivery requirements
• Work alongside retouching, compositing, and production teams to ensure a seamless handoff and consistent visual language throughout post production
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, providing accurate time estimates and communicating clearly with producers on workload and delivery timelines
• Stay current with evolving colour science, retouching tools, and beauty advertising trends — bringing new techniques and perspectives to the team

Requirements

• Minimum 4–5 years of professional experience in an advertising agency, production house, or high‑end retouching studio, with FMCG or beauty and personal care work strongly preferred
• A portfolio that demonstrates both complex, high‑end compositing — including the creation of master key visuals — and flawless technical adaptation work such as product swaps, label extensions, and language localisation
• Proven experience working with regional or global brand guidelines, including the ability to unpack, modify, and preserve the integrity of a master toolkit across multiple markets
• Expert‑level proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One; knowledge of additional colour and retouching platforms is advantageous
• Deep understanding of colour science, colour profiles, resolutions, and formatting requirements across large‑format print (CMYK) and digital channels
• Exceptional eye for skin tone, light, and colour — with a clear understanding of the visual language and quality bar expected by premium beauty brands
• Hyper‑attention to detail and a pixel‑perfect mentality — proactively flagging issues, offering solutions, and making creative suggestions even when the brief appears straightforward
• A craftsman’s mindset: the creative ability to build a master image from scratch, balanced with the patience and humility to execute repetitive pack‑shot label exchanges without losing focus or quality
• Ego‑free and adaptable — equally comfortable leading on high‑end creative work and executing localisation and versioning tasks with the same level of care and precision

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Why work here:

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world‑class talent, cutting‑edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next‑generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

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