Digital Retoucher [ Q - 20016]

Aquent is partnering with a leading global agency that drives innovative marketing and communications for some of the world's most impactful brands. This agency is renowned for its ability to transform complex concepts into compelling visual stories that resonate across diverse audiences, making a tangible difference in how critical information is perceived and understood. Are you a master of visual transformation, ready to bring your expert touch to high-impact campaigns? We're seeking a highly skilled Digital Retoucher to elevate the visual storytelling for critical client initiatives. In this dynamic freelance role, you will be instrumental in crafting stunning, technically precise visual assets that capture attention and drive engagement across various digital and marketing platforms. Your keen eye and advanced skills will directly contribute to the success of campaigns that communicate vital advancements and efficiencies, ensuring every visual detail is perfect and powerfully conveys the client's message. About The Role We are looking for an experienced freelance Digital Retoucher to support the delivery of visual assets for two significant campaign projects. You will collaborate closely with a talented creative team to produce polished, technically accurate digital visuals and high-quality retouched assets, deployed across digital, presentation, and marketing channels. This is a fast-paced, hands-on opportunity for someone who can quickly grasp a brief, confidently work with supplied photography and 2D assets, and deliver production-ready artwork with precision and speed. What You'll Do

• Retouch and composite imagery to create compelling digital key visuals and campaign assets.
• Perform comprehensive image clean-up, masking, colour correction, colour grading and digital manipulation using industry-standard software.
• Refine photography and supplied 2D assets to align with approved creative direction and brand guidelines.
• Adapt visuals for a multitude of digital formats, dimensions, resolutions, channels, and responsive layouts.
• Optimise imagery specifically for web, paid media, social, email, landing pages, presentations, and other digital placements.
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Designers, Artworkers, Digital Producers, and Project Managers to interpret briefs and efficiently incorporate feedback.
• Maintain organised, clearly labelled working files, source assets, layers, linked files, version control, and final deliverables.
• Proactively identify and flag technical or production risks, contributing to practical solutions.
• Execute all tasks within agreed timelines, budgets, and brand guidelines, consistently upholding a high standard of craft. Must-Have Qualifications
• Proven experience as a Digital Retoucher.
• A strong portfolio showcasing high-end retouching, image manipulation, compositing, and digital asset production.
• Confidence in working with photography, supplied 2D assets, and campaign imagery.
• A strong understanding of image quality, resolution, colour, composition, and digital production requirements.
• Advanced Adobe Photoshop skills, including expertise in compositing, masking, colour grading, image clean-up, and file preparation.
• Experience preparing artwork for digital, presentation, and marketing channels across multiple formats and specifications.
• Ability to produce accurate, detail-focused work under tight deadlines.
• Clear, proactive communication and a collaborative approach.
• Ability to commit to a specific project timeline (approximately 2 weeks, dates to be confirmed). What We're Looking For In You
• You possess a sharp eye for detail, image quality, colour, and visual consistency.
• You can expertly balance creative quality with technical accuracy and digital production requirements.
• You respond exceptionally well to feedback and can swiftly implement amendments.
• You take full ownership of your tasks and communicate clearly about progress, timing, and dependencies. About Aquent Talent Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!