About Chefman Chefman is a leading global brand of small kitchen appliances. We are a team of bold thinkers and doers, collaborative and passionate, creating innovative cooking experiences. We get excited about designing products that blend the best of utility, beauty, and quality, delighting millions of customers worldwide. As the fastest growing brand in our space, you can go as far as your ambitions take you. Joining Chefman sets you up to do some of the most impactful work of your career. About CHEF iQ Arising from Chefman's innovative and bold mindset, the CHEF iQ brand was launched with the simple idea that cooking should be approachable and enjoyable by all. With intelligence and purpose, we are designing the next generation of innovative hardware, cutting edge software, and next level culinary content to deliver a seamless and immersive culinary experience that guarantees flawless results. Joining CHEF iQ means becoming part of a passionate team of problem solvers pushing the boundaries of what was thought possible in the kitchen, redefining the future of cooking. About the Role We are seeking a talented and experienced Freelance Retoucher to join our creative department. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of retouching product imagery, including inaccuracies, dust and background cleanup, compositing, pathing, and perspective adjustments. Role and Responsibilities Retouch product imagery, including inaccuracies, dust and background cleanup, compositing, pathing, and perspective adjustments. Expert level for understanding and adjusting/manipulating light, shadow, and reflections. Ensure color accuracy using product samples or reference images and align front/detail/back imagery for consistent results. Perform quality checks on images before submitting them to the Retouching Manager for review. Collaborate with the Retouching Manager to meet brand expectations. Solve problems and perform last-minute file manipulations as needed. Maintain organization of digital assets throughout the workflow, adhering to naming conventions and company processes. Have a working knowledge of web and print assets (RGBvs. CMYK). Deliver consistent results while staying true to the brand. Skills and Proficiencies Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail. Advanced Knowledge integrating Adobe Illustrator file into photoshop work. Expertise in understanding lighting and showing for images. Advanced level of editing and retouching chrome products and objects. Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Capture one Strong understanding of photography fundamentals, techniques, and lighting (Camera Raw interface). Expertise in current photo editing, retouching, and color correction techniques. Understanding of file types/sizes and color spaces for print and web. Solid time management and organizational skills. Strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to retouch intuitively and take direction and feedback effectively. Clear verbal and written communication. Clear verbal and written communication.