Retoucher

A retoucher usually works on photography or motion projects on a freelance basis, although they can be found in-house at production companies. They use editing software to adjust digital files for colour correction, adding/removing objects, etc. Retouchers work closely with the photographer or motion designer on a project.

Source: PayScale Canada

Average Median Salary:

$49,000

Retouchers Work On:

• Portraits
• Commercials
• Ads
• Magazine editorial

Past winners of the Applied Arts Awards

  • 2025 Design Awards Julie Pichette (LG2)
    2025
    Design Awards

    Julie Pichette (LG2)
  • 2025 Student Awards Aashish Kumar, Hardik Kothari
    2025
    Student Awards

    Aashish Kumar, Hardik Kothari
  • 2025 Photo/Illustration Awards Chris Kostyal (Angry God)
    2025
    Photo/Illustration Awards

    Chris Kostyal (Angry God)
  • 2025 Student Awards Bokeun Seo
    2025
    Student Awards

    Bokeun Seo