Independent Contractor – Photo Retoucher (Influencer Social Media Content)

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Location: Remote

Compensation: Competitive compensation based on experience and project scope. Compensation may be structured on an hourly, project, or per-deliverable basis, as mutually agreed upon.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced freelance Photo Retoucher to edit and enhance social media content for a lifestyle influencer. The ideal candidate has experience creating polished, high-quality imagery for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and YouTube while maintaining a natural, authentic aesthetic that aligns with the influencer's personal brand.

Applicants must be comfortable working with artistic nudity and other sensitive visual content when required.

This is a project-based independent contractor opportunity. Work assignments will be offered on an as-needed basis. There is no guarantee of ongoing work, minimum hours, or future assignments.

Scope of Work

The contractor may perform services including:

• Retouch and enhance photos for social media posts, stories, marketing campaigns, and brand partnerships.

• Perform skin retouching, color correction, lighting adjustments, and background cleanup while preserving a natural appearance.
• Maintain a consistent editing style and visual identity across content.
• Remove distractions, blemishes, and unwanted objects while maintaining image authenticity.
• Prepare images optimized for various social media platforms and aspect ratios.
• Deliver completed projects that meet agreed-upon creative, technical, and delivery specifications.
• Organize and manage digital assets and edited files.

• Communicate project status and coordinate deliverables as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience retouching lifestyle, fashion, beauty, travel, or influencer photography.

• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, and other professional retouching software. Experience with FaceApp or similar tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of current social media aesthetics, trends, and platform requirements.
• Excellent eye for color, composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to maintain consistency across large volumes of content.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

• Portfolio demonstrating relevant retouching work is preferred.

Independent Contractor Relationship

This opportunity is for an independent contractor and is not an employment position. Contractors are expected to:

• Provide their own computer, software, equipment, internet connection, and workspace.

• Determine the manner and means by which the services are performed.
• Set their own work schedule, provided agreed-upon deadlines are met.
• Be responsible for all applicable taxes, licenses, insurance, and business expenses.

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must be legally authorized to perform services in the United States.
• Must be comfortable editing images that may include artistic nudity or other sensitive content.

• Selected applicants may be asked to complete a paid retouching test or provide a portfolio demonstrating relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and contractors. We consider qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.