Digital Retoucher III (Variable-Hour) - Portland, OR

Tive, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Straub Collaborative, a creative production studio in Portland, OR, seeks a Digital Retoucher Level 3 to own advanced retouching, clipping paths, product shaping, and consistent color across images. You will execute high-level Photoshop workflows and ensure QC against client guidelines while mentoring junior retouchers.

This role offers a fast-paced studio environment with opportunities to train others and contribute to workflow efficiency. Overtime may be required during seasonal rushes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of post production retouching experience.
• 2 years of critical color experience with client references.
• Advanced Photoshop skills: retouch, pathing, blending, masks, color correction, actions.
• Advanced product shaping skills and understanding color profiles.
• MacOS knowledge and file server proficiency.
• Clear, concise communication in English; team collaboration.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Post production execution and quality control to client style guides.
• Create deliverables files and perform QC before posting to server.
• Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 post operators.

Skills

Post production retouching

Color correction

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Bridge

Acrobat

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

Complex retouching. Uncompromising color. Your expertise in every pixel.

About Straub Collaborative

Straub Collaborative is a creative production studio specializing in e-commerce photography and visual content. Our work brings together creative talent, production expertise, and the business operations that keep it all moving. We value collaboration, high-quality work, and an inclusive workplace.

About the Role

Behind every publish-ready commercial image is high-level technical precision: expert retouching, clean paths, and color corrected to both pleasing and critical standards. As our Digital Retoucher Level 3, you will take ownership of advanced retouching, clipping paths, product shaping, and critical color consistency for Straub Collaborative.

In this role you will execute high-level Photoshop workflows, ensure quality control against client style guides, and help train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 retouchers. If you enjoy mastering the details of high-volume digital imagery and helping other artists grow, this role gives you room to do both.

Why This Role

Behind every great product image is a team that brings it to life. Own the craft behind the final frame—driving critical color, complex product shaping, and deliverable quality well beyond routine edits. Here, you will bring pixel-perfect precision to a fast-paced studio where creative talent and production scale come together.

What You'll Do

Post Production Execution & Quality Control

• Complete post production work that meets the quality, accuracy, and output goals set by Post Management and the client's style guide.
• Perform quality control on all assigned work and create the specified deliverable files before items are posted to the server.
• Use Adobe Creative Cloud tools to silhouette product, complete expert-level retouch, create quick and accurate clipping paths, mask and shape products, color correct to "pleasing" and "critical" standards, and create and run advanced actions.

Team Support & Mentorship

• Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 Post Operators as assigned.
• Collaborate with the team (which includes intercompany and outside partners) and provide team support and feedback for continuous improvement.

Workflow & Studio Operations

• Plan and manage daily assignments by comparing internal and external due dates against workload.
• Request more resources early enough to meet deadlines when the assigned resources aren't enough.
• Track time against projected hours and update the job spreadsheet's time tracker daily.
• Keep an organized, clean workspace and follow studio cleanliness rules.
• Submit company forms and time-off requests by their deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Post Production Manager or Post Production Director.

What You Bring

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 years of post production retouching experience.
• 2 years of critical color experience, including matching to client color references and keeping color consistent across multiple images.
• Advanced skill in Adobe Photoshop, including retouching, pathing, blending modes, alpha masks, color correction, and creating and running actions.
• Advanced skill in shaping products for form and figure.
• Working knowledge of file formats and color profiles used to work on and deliver files.
• Working knowledge of file servers and web-based data management tools.
• Intermediate knowledge of macOS, including basic troubleshooting.
• Communicates clearly and accurately in person, on Teams, by phone, and by email, and keeps others informed.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, and knows when to upscale an issue.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Handles frequent interruptions and adapts to changes in workload and schedule.
• Stays calm, respectful, and collaborative, including when working through conflict.
• Strong organization and time management skills to prioritize and complete multiple projects.
• Proficient in written and verbal English to understand client style guides and job specifications; basic math skills required.

Preferred

• Associate degree in Photography, Graphic Design, Digital Arts, or a related field preferred.
• Proficient in Adobe Bridge, Acrobat, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word

Work Environment

Work is done at a computer workstation in a color-controlled post production area. Overhead lighting is kept low and desk lamps are used to support accurate color work. The noise level is usually moderate, with occasional noise from studio and warehouse activity. The post production area is inside a working studio and warehouse, so employees must follow Straub Collaborative’s internal safety guidelines when walking through the warehouse floor. Overtime may be required during seasonal rushes.

Physical Requirements

Work involves prolonged sitting at a computer workstation, repetitive use of hands and fingers to operate a stylus, mouse, and keyboard, close vision and accurate color perception to retouch, color correct, and match images to client references, and communicating with others in person, by phone, and on Teams. Walking through the studio and warehouse floor, as well as occasionally lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items up to 20lbs. , may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-Employment Background Check: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Skills Assessment: Finalist candidates will complete a short, objective retouching and critical color assessment in Adobe Photoshop.
• Overtime: Availability to work occasional overtime during seasonal volume rushes.

Compensation

Hourly Pay Rate:

• Portland, OR: $35.00 – $50.00/hr.
• Baltimore, MD: $40.00 – $55.00/hr

Equal Employment Opportunity

Straub Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Straub Collaborative provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources.