Retoucher

Overview

FitFlop Hammersmith, England, United Kingdom

We have an exciting opportunity for a commercially experienced expert-level Retoucher to join our Photography Team, working in the dynamic and creative environment of our in-house photography studio and creative department.

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional, industry-leading retouching across product, lifestyle, and campaign imagery — maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, colour, and quality, while ensuring consistency with the FitFlop Photographic Style Guide. You will be a key contributor to elevating the visual standard of our imagery and will gain exposure to all aspects of FitFlop Photography activity, collaborating closely with a passionate, fast-moving team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure best practices are implemented, maintaining organised file structures, correct file naming conventions, image protocols, and overall quality control standards.
• Deliver high-quality work across multiple projects simultaneously, from detailed product colour-matching to complex compositing and creative problem-solving.
• Switch between different projects, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and maintaining accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Ensure all imagery meets brand standards — delivering pixel-perfect, colour-accurate, and visually impactful results.
• Collaborate with the Retouch, Photography, Social and Production teams to ensure imagery is matched to the correct sample, streamline the sign-off process, and meet deadlines.
• Stay technically sharp: keep abreast of industry trends, new Photoshop techniques, and best practices for high-volume workflows; proactively suggest process improvements to boost quality and efficiency.
• Work independently and under pressure: manage multiple edits and tight turnarounds while delivering at a high standard.
• Integrate AI-assisted retouching techniques to improve workflow.
• Occasional creative support: assist with GIF creation and basic motion edits.

The Person

• Excellent Photoshop expertise with professional retouching experience at a mid-weight or senior level; advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop CC, Wacom workflows, and non-destructive editing (colour correction, compositing, skin retouching, etc.).
• Proactive communication of project status and workload; ability to work with multiple stakeholders and manage expectations; establish strong interdepartmental relationships through product understanding.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating premium commercial and campaign retouching; ability to innovate in high-volume workflows while improving quality and reducing sign-off time.
• Exceptional attention to detail in colour, texture, and composition.
• E-commerce and campaign experience across high-volume imagery and creative assets.
• Experience working with photographers, producers, and other creatives; able to incorporate feedback into actionable improvements.
• Continuous improvement mindset: looking for ways to improve image quality, reduce retouching time, and streamline workflows.
• Calm under pressure: comfortable with tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Keeps up to date with Adobe software updates and new techniques.
• Open to using AI tools for retouching.
• Ability to deliver exceptional work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working hours
• Summer Fridays (6 ½ days in July and August on Fridays)
• A day off for your Birthday
• Work from anywhere for 2 weeks
• WorkPlace Nursery (salary sacrifice scheme to save on nursery fees)
• Career development allowance
• Private health and/or dental care (provided by AXA and DenPlan)
• Socials organised by Wellbeing and Feel Good group
• Check out our careers page to learn more

FitFlop is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, ethnicity, religion or belief, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively encourage neurodivergent candidates and individuals with disabilities to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to providing an accessible and supportive recruitment experience.

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