Freelance CGI Artist/Retoucher

WPP Company; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Production is seeking a seasoned CGI Artist/Retoucher to lead high-end retouching for a global advertising client roster. You will craft imagery using Cinema 4D, Photoshop, and related tools, ensure color accuracy, and maintain production quality across campaigns.

Reporting to the Group Design Director, you will collaborate with Producers, Creatives, and Designers to deliver final imagery on schedule, uphold brand standards, and drive process improvements through proactive communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Creative, Fine Arts or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in CGI and Retouching.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the quality, craftsmanship, timeliness and profitability of every retouching project.
• Provide working solutions and education regarding Hogarth capabilities and processes to clients for successful execution of their projects.
• Encourage and maintain collaboration with Creative and Design teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, brand standards, brand image styles and guidelines and creative excellence on all projects.
• Identify opportunities and develop measures to improve work process and quality of end product.

Skills

CGI/Retouching experience

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Design/Creative/Fine Arts or related

Tools

Cinema 4D

Photoshop

Job description

About WPP Production

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 Production

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 unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in 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, visit WPP.com.

A Hybrid working model

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.

What does a CGI Artist/Retoucher do at WPP Production?

A CGI Artist/Retoucher creates final imagery for use in advertising and marketing materials using any combination of CGI, AI, Photography and Illustration. A CGI Artist/Retoucher has expert knowledge in CGI programs like or comparable to Cinema 4D, Photoshop, file types, file resolution and color management. Project types range from CGI creative retouching, AI background creations or additions, applying special effects, developing stylistic standards for specific clients and/or campaigns to basic retouching, product updates and vehicle color shifts.

Reporting lines and key stakeholders

This role reports to the Group Design Director.

Requirements

• Take responsibility for the quality, craftsmanship, timeliness and profitability of every retouching project
• Provide working solutions and education regarding Hogarth capabilities and processes to clients for successful execution of their projects
• Encourage and maintain collaboration with Creative and Design teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, brand standards, brand image styles and guidelines and creative excellence on all projects
• Identify opportunities and develop measures to improve work process and quality of end product

Knowledge And Skills

• Build long-term, trust-based relationships with clients and create positive experiences for all who interact with WPP Production
• Establish new and foster existing relationships with Producers and Creatives with an eye towards creating more opportunities and business growth
• Take ownership of projects and meet deadlines given
• Take and follow directions from the Group Design Director, Production Artists, Designers, Client Engagement Leads, and/or agency Creatives
• Maintain strong lines of daily communication with Group Design Director, Client Engagement Leads, Studio Resource Director and/or agency contacts through face-to-face discussions or email on project status
• Work with Group Design Director, Client Engagement Leads, Studio Resource Director to assist with managing the day-to-day retouching workload
• Communicate effectively with all WPP Production functional area leads to ensure cross-disciplinary projects run smoothly
• Solicit project feedback from Creatives and Producers and communicate back to the team
• Proactively make decisions and ask questions to elevate the work and reduce the number of revisions
• Have strong organizational skills relating to naming, saving and storing working and final files
• QA work before delivering at each phase of project with the ability to prepare and markup PDFs for work reviews
• Accurately record time spent on projects
• Strong time management skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in field of Design, Creative, Fine Arts or related field preferred
• 8+ years of experience in CGI and Retouching

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

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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