Commercial Image Retoucher (FTC)

INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a Commercial Image Post-Production Retoucher to join our Studio team in London. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, brand-consistent imagery across multiple product categories, supporting our global e-commerce, marketing, and creative channels.

Combining technical precision with creative judgement, you will ensure every image accurately represents the product while aligning with Burberry's creative vision and quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Retouch a broad range of imagery including apparel, accessories, beauty, and lifestyle products for e-commerce and marketing channels.
• Deliver high volumes of assets while maintaining exceptional quality and attention to detail.
• Apply advanced Adobe Photoshop techniques, including colour correction, masking, shadow creation, dust removal, liquifying, and skin and hair retouching.
• Ensure colour accuracy and consistency across all product categories.
• Collaborate closely with photographers, stylists, and workflow teams to review and approve imagery prior to delivery.
• Support relationships with external post-production partners, providing guidance and reviewing completed assets.
• Perform quality assurance checks on live imagery, identifying and resolving errors or inconsistencies.
• Execute seasonal creative direction and brand guidelines across all imagery.
• Manage image administration tasks, including sourcing, filing, and resubmitting assets.
• Utilise the latest AI-powered tools and features within Adobe Photoshop to enhance workflow efficiency and output quality.

PERSON PROFILE

• Degree in Photography or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Advanced retouching skills and a strong commercial eye.
• Passion for creating imagery that is both creatively compelling and true to product.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies and AI-led creative workflows.
• Experienced working within a photography, retouching, or studio environment.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced production setting with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Experienced within the fashion, luxury, or creative industry.
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of colour management, product accuracy, and image quality standards.
• Organised and able to effectively prioritise workload.Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering exceptional work.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.Calm under pressure with a proactive, solution-focused approach.

Burberry is an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and experience.