Remote (South Africa-based) Freelance High-End Retoucher (Automotive Brand) - Ad Hoc - Rate: R600/h

We are looking for an experienced High-End Retoucher to support an international automotive brand on an ad-hoc, remote basis. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to deliver premium, photo-realistic retouching suitable for high-end advertising and marketing campaigns.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in automotive retouching, working with high-resolution imagery, and delivering work that meets global brand standards.

• Perform high-end retouching on automotive campaign imagery
• Ensure images meet premium advertising and brand standards
• Work with high-resolution photography and layered files
• Execute precision colour grading, reflections, and surface corrections
• Retouch bodywork, lighting, shadows, and reflections to achieve photo-realistic results
• Prepare final assets for digital, social, and print campaigns
• Collaborate remotely with creative teams and art directors

• Advanced Adobe Photoshop retouching skills
• Strong understanding of automotive surfaces, reflections, and lighting
• Experience with high-end advertising imagery
• Excellent colour correction and compositing skills
• Strong attention to detail and visual quality

• Minimum 5 years professional retouching experience
• Proven experience working on automotive campaigns or similar high-end product work
• Experience working with international brands or agencies is advantageous

Must be South Africa-based

Ability to respond to fast turnaround projects

Applicants must provide a portfolio demonstrating high-end retouching work, preferably including: