Freelance Beauty Photographer & Retoucher

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 413,000 - 827,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive per-project or hourlyRates

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a talented Freelance Beauty Photographer & Retoucher to collaborate on beauty brand projects. The role combines on-location shoots with remote editing in the Vereeniging area, delivering high-quality images that highlight product features, model aesthetics, and brand messaging.

You will be responsible for translating creative briefs into compelling visual content, using your artistic vision and technical proficiency in photography and editing software,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Beauty Photographer with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in the genre.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in beauty photography and retouching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute beauty and product photoshoots, collaborating with art directors and stylists.
• Capture high-resolution images using professional photography equipment and lighting techniques.
• Perform advanced retouching and color correction on images to meet brand standards and aesthetic goals.
• Manage digital assets, ensuring organized file management and timely delivery of final images.
• Stay current with industry trends in beauty photography, styling, and digital editing.
• Effectively communicate with clients and team members to ensure project objectives are met.

Skills

Beauty photography

Retouching

Color grading

Photo editing

Studio lighting

Hybrid work

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Freelance Beauty Photographer & Retoucher to collaborate on projects for beauty brands and publications, working a hybrid model that includes on-location shoots and remote editing in the Vereeniging area. You will be responsible for capturing stunning, high-quality images that highlight product features, model aesthetics, and brand messaging. This role requires a strong artistic vision, technical proficiency in photography and editing software, and the ability to translate creative briefs into compelling visual content. You will work with a dynamic team of creatives, contributing your unique skills to elevate brand presence and visual storytelling within the competitive beauty market of Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute beauty and product photoshoots, collaborating with art directors and stylists.
• Capture high-resolution images using professional photography equipment and lighting techniques.
• Perform advanced retouching and color correction on images to meet brand standards and aesthetic goals.
• Manage digital assets, ensuring organized file management and timely delivery of final images.
• Stay current with industry trends in beauty photography, styling, and digital editing.
• Effectively communicate with clients and team members to ensure project objectives are met.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Beauty Photographer with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in the genre.
• Proficiency in industry-standard photography equipment and lighting setups.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for retouching, compositing, and color grading.
• Strong understanding of composition, color theory, and visual storytelling within beauty aesthetics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid remote and on-location setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive per-project or hourly rates, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement, offering both on-location and remote editing opportunities.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of beauty clients and brands.
• Build a strong portfolio through diverse and exciting projects.
• Collaborate with a creative and supportive team in the vibrant Gauteng region.