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Salina Owens

Texas, USA

Copywriter | Digital Creator | Content Writer

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Maia Anderson

San Francisco, CA, USA

The "Social Media Therapist"

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Ifeoma Ahuna

Dallas, TX, USA

✨ Making content FUN, easy, and sustainable again!

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Renea Dominique

Dallas, TX, USA

Social Media Strategist For Brands & Businesses

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Chloe Troub

Chicago, IL, USA

Always thinking outside of the box...

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Toni Sabato

Zürich, Switzerland

I create memorable experiences for brands

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Olivia Kelliher

Nashville, TN, USA

Balancing creativity & entrepreneurship 🚀

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David Whipple

Sedona, AZ 86336, USA

Visual design specialist

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Pradyumn Pandey

India

Video Editing & Thumbnail design for social media

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david powers

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Making images that are inquisitive and thoughtful

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Daniella Gershon

United States

Brand designer through graphics, web, social media

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Nikol Hayes

Las Vegas, NV, USA

Passionate Tech-Savvy Developer 💡

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Wasim Sk

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Creative Video Editor

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Ciara Smith

Roanoke, VA, USA

Print, Branding, WebDesign: Graphic Designer

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Zion Shepherd

San Diego, CA, USA

Branding that tells a story 🎨

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Matthew Agunloye

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Social Media Management + Brand Strategy™️✨💻

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Jovan Pop-Petrov

North Macedonia

Innovative UX/UI Designer and Wordpress Developer

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Kai Rogers

San Diego, CA, USA

Framer Expert & Web Designer

Common projects for Photo Editors

Editing product photos for e-commerce websites.

Retouching photos for fashion or beauty campaigns.

Color grading and enhancing images for professional photographers.

Restoring old or damaged photos.

Editing real estate photos to highlight property features.

Creating visually compelling images for social media posts.

Tips for working with and hiring Photo Editors

Define your project requirements

Clearly outline what you expect from the freelance photo editor. This includes the type of editing you need, the style and mood you want to achieve, and the timeframe for the project.

Check their portfolio

Take the time to review their previous work. Look for photo editors who have experience in editing photos in a style that matches your vision.

Ensure they have the necessary skills

A competent photo editor should be proficient in using photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, or Affinity Photo. They should also have a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of aesthetics.

Communication is crucial

Maintain clear and regular communication with your Photo Editor freelancer. Discuss any changes or updates in your project through Contra's platform to ensure a smooth workflow.

How to hire Photo Editors

Define your needs

Before starting the hiring process, have a clear understanding of the type of photo editing you require. This could include color correction, image retouching, or even photo restoration.

Post a detailed job

Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right freelancers. Include information about the type of photos, the editing style you prefer, and the project timeline.

Review applications

Review the applications you receive and shortlist freelancers based on their skills, experience, and sample works. Look out for photo editors who have experience in your specific industry or type of photography.

Conduct interviews

Conduct interviews with shortlisted freelancers. Ask about their editing process and how they handle revisions and feedback. Also, discuss your project specifics and expectations.

Make an offer

Once you've found the right freelancer, make an offer through Contra. This will include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.

3 questions to ask when interviewing Photo Editors

1. Can you provide examples of similar photo editing projects you've worked on?

2. What photo editing software do you use and why?

3. How do you handle feedback and revisions during the editing process?

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Creator Store

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Freelancers on Contra come across very professionally. They actually seem to read your job posting and have directly relevant skills, which isn’t always the case on most other freelancer sites. On Contra, freelancers who matched with my job seemed to have the relevant skills I was seeking.


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Frequently asked
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A freelance photo editor is responsible for improving the quality and aesthetics of images. They use photo editing software to adjust elements like color balance, contrast, brightness, and saturation. They may also perform tasks like cropping, resizing, retouching, and removing unwanted elements from an image.

A freelance photo editor is responsible for improving the quality and aesthetics of images. They use photo editing software to adjust elements like color balance, contrast, brightness, and saturation. They may also perform tasks like cropping, resizing, retouching, and removing unwanted elements from an image.

Hiring a photo editor on Contra allows you to choose from a pool of talented freelancers who can enhance your images to professional standards. Contra also offers an easy-to-use platform for communication, project management, and secure payments.

You can post a job on Contra detailing your project requirements. Photo editors who match your needs can then apply for your job. Additionally, you can browse through the profiles of photo editors on Contra and invite those you are interested in to apply for your job.

Projects that require photo editing skills often include advertising campaigns, e-commerce product photos, real estate photos, fashion photo shoots, social media content, and more. Any project that involves the use of images can benefit from professional photo editing.

Photo editors typically use software like Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, or Affinity Photo. These tools allow them to adjust color, remove imperfections, crop and resize images, and apply various effects.

The cost of hiring a photo editor on Contra can range from $25 to $120 per hour, depending on the complexity of the project and the freelancer's level of experience and skills.

Freelance photo editors are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Freelance photo editors get paid for the work they produce for their clients. Clients must pay a minimum of $250 or $25 an hour to post an opportunity on Contra.

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