Retoucher

Our growing portfolio includes Lipsy, Love & Roses, Friends Like These, Beauty at NEXT and Seraphine — all available through next.co.uk, connecting with millions of customers across the UK and beyond. At the heart of our business is a passionate team driven by creativity, innovation, and a shared ambition to deliver exceptional results. We foster a culture where individuality is celebrated, curiosity is encouraged, and challenging the status quo is part of how we grow. At NEXT Wholly Owned Brands, we’re a collective of London-based fashion and lifestyle brands. From our beginnings with Lipsy in 1998, to becoming part of the UK’s largest fashion retailer, NEXT, in 2008 we’ve evolved into a group of bold, design‑led brands, each with its unique identity.

Role Purpose

The Retoucher is responsible for retouching imagery across all NEXT Wholly Owned brands. Working closely with the Creative and Studio teams, you will ensure the delivery of high‑quality, creative imagery that aligns with brand guidelines and is delivered within set business deadlines. Please apply with a copy of your portfolio.

Role Responsibilities

• Image Retouching & Quality Control: Retouch imagery in line with studio guidelines and the creative requirements of individual brands. Ensure accurate colour correction of studio imagery against physical product or digital swatches. Identify poor colour balance and utilise Photoshop techniques to correct images effectively. Accurately follow detailed retouching notes provided by Photographers and Stylists to manage brand expectations. Take responsibility for identifying and highlighting any retouching or colour‑related issues.
• Workflow & Studio Collaboration: Execute processes efficiently to ensure all daily volumes, deadlines, and deliverables are met. Maintain the studio folder structure and established workflow. Work closely with the Shoot Team to suggest alternative methods for capturing the best possible images efficiently. Ensure any delays are efficiently communicated to the Retouch or Studio Manager. Attend pre‑shoot meetings when appropriate to collate information and agree on necessary actions.

Role Requirements

• Previous image retouching experience in a fashion/ecommerce photo studio environment.
• Expert knowledge of the latest Photoshop software and image retouching practices.
• Good understanding of image capture, photography, and studio lighting.
• Creative flair with a passion for visual composition, styling trends, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible approach with the ability to take creative direction and adapt to new teams.

What we can do for you…

• 25% off a huge selection of Next, Next Wholly Owned Brands, GAP and Victoria's Secret products & 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty.
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Perks At Work.
• We recognise hard work with our company performance‑based bonus.
• Life Assurance.
• Join our Next Sharesave Scheme.
• Less impact with our Annual Travel Card Loan.
• Never miss a package with Direct to Desk delivery.
• Bag a bargain at our sample sales.
• Hybrid & flexible working across the business to support your work‑life balance.
• Learn, develop and grow with our personal development plans.
• Enjoy more time with friends and family with Early Bank Holiday finishes.
• Join in the fun with our year‑round office events.

Diversity & Inclusion

We recognise that our differences are what make us who we are. We want people to want to work for us and be their true selves. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a talent team, and recognise that all unique backgrounds and experiences contribute to our future success. We want to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected, and where people can achieve their full potential and be their very best, whoever they are. We believe that wellbeing is having the opportunity to achieve your full potential, cope with day to day pressures, be productive and thrive in all aspects of your life. We encourage a culture that promotes and enables us all to achieve positive wellbeing, by focusing on mental, physical and financial health.