Founded in 2007 Club L was created with the vision of offering long-lasting luxury styles, trend-oriented collections with a twist and unique, statement designs that offer both exceptional quality and fit in an otherwise saturated market of fast-fashion and throw away goods.
Accessible luxury through considered purchasing, limited edition collections that leave no wastage and responsible and ethical manufacturing are at the heart of the brand, world-renowned for its premium fabrications, inclusive sizing and affordable price points.
About Us
Club L London is the next-generation online fashion retailer for the forward-thinking woman. Conceptualised and crafted in-house and abroad, we specialise in accessible luxury and designs of unrivalled quality that flatter all figures.
From prom to occasion, maternity, bridal, and beyond, we deliver an elevated shopping experience that connects our global community of trend-setting consumers, influencers, and content creators with fresh collections dropping weekly.
The Role
This position can be based at our headquarters in Manchester, UK or Dubai, UAE.
We are looking for an experienced Lead Retoucher to join the creative team at Club L London, supporting both high-volume e-commerce imagery and creative campaign and content assets.
This role requires a highly skilled retoucher with an expert eye for detail, colour accuracy, and garment integrity, with particular attention to skin tones, light fabrics, and texture preservation. You will play a key role in ensuring imagery meets brand standards while maintaining speed, consistency, and exceptional quality across large volumes of content.
Alongside e-commerce retouching, you will contribute to campaign and creative imagery, supporting visual storytelling through advanced grading, compositing, and creative experimentation.
As Lead Retoucher, you will also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider retouch team, helping to mentor junior team members, elevate quality standards, and contribute to the overall growth and development of the department. The role will also support the integration of new technologies, including AI-assisted tools and workflow innovations, helping to improve efficiency while maintaining the brand’s premium visual standards.
Key Responsibilities
E-commerce Retouching
* Lead the retouching workflow for high-volume e-commerce imagery while maintaining premium brand standards.
* Retouch garments with an expert understanding of fabric, texture, and shape, particularly light and delicate fabrics.
* Deliver natural, polished skin retouching while preserving realism.
* Maintain accurate colour and product representation across all images.
Creative & Campaign Work
* Support creative and campaign retouching, including advanced compositing and image extensions.
* Match and apply consistent colour grades across full campaign sets.
* Extend backgrounds, build scenes, and enhance imagery where required.
* Add creative grading and visual polish while remaining aligned with the brand aesthetic.
* Contribute creative ideas and experimental approaches when developing campaign imagery.
Workflow, Image Intake & Organisation
* Manage the intake of imagery from photoshoots, ensuring files are received, checked, and integrated smoothly into the retouching workflow.
* Oversee the movement of images from shoot delivery into the main production funnel, ensuring efficient processing and prioritisation.
* Manage and maintain organised file structures and image libraries, ensuring assets are clearly labelled, stored, and archived.
* Handle imagery post-shoot, including ingesting files, organising assets, and preparing images for retouching.
* Ensure accurate filing and delivery of all retouched images across e-commerce, marketing, and campaign outputs.
* Oversee quality control checks to ensure all imagery meets brand standards before release.
Innovation & AI Integration
* Support the integration of AI and emerging retouching technologies to enhance workflow efficiency and production scalability.
* Identify opportunities to improve retouching processes through automation, AI-assisted tools, and new techniques.
* Help the team adopt innovative approaches to image production while maintaining the brand’s visual quality standards.
Team Collaboration & Leadership
* Work closely with photographers, stylists, producers, and the wider creative team to maintain visual consistency.
* Provide input into team workflow, processes, and creative direction.
* Lead by example within the retouch team, maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and organisation.
* Support the development and upskilling of junior retouchers, providing guidance, feedback, and technical support.
* Help identify opportunities for training, knowledge sharing, and process improvements within the team.
* Contribute to career development pathways for junior team members, helping them grow their technical and creative retouching skills.
About You
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar fashion retouching role, ideally within a premium or luxury fashion brand.
* Advanced retouching expertise in fashion imagery, skin, fabrics, and colour correction.
* Strong understanding of light fabrics, garment structure, and texture preservation.
* Experience working across both e-commerce and creative campaign imagery.
* Strong ability to match grades and maintain consistency across full image sets.
* Excellent organisation and file management skills.
* Ability to work quickly and efficiently while maintaining exceptional quality.
* Strong attention to detail, particularly in colour accuracy and product representation.
* Interest in AI tools, automation, and new technologies within image production.
* Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members is highly desirable.
* Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Personal Attributes
* Expert visual eye and strong aesthetic judgment
* Highly organised and process-driven
* Detail-oriented with strong colour sensitivity
* High energy and proactive mindset
* Strong communicator and supportive team leader
* Curious about innovation, technology, and new creative tools
* Collaborative team player with a passion for high fashion imagery
What's on offer?
* Bi-annual bonus scheme
* 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
* Cycle to work scheme
* 40% staff discount across Club L and Lavish Alice products
* Healthcare Cashplan
* Free onsite gym
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity and sick pay
* Free snacks, drinks & treats
* Social events