Resume
2018-2023
Production Designer and Image Editor at Personal Creations
Produced pixel-perfect imaging for print and digital use across the brand. Assisted in training new employees. Contributed to finding solutions to pain points in the design and approval processes. Introduced new methods to achieve our imaging goals that saved time and money, including AI.
2009-Present
Freelance Production Designer & Retoucher
As a freelance artist, I have executed high end retouching for editorial and advertising purposes for clients including: Bravo, Leo Loves Photography, Vroom, Bauble Bar, MLB, Dylan's Candy Bar.
2016-2018
Freelance Retoucher at Tory Burch
Followed strict brand standards for color and retouching to ensure a highly pleasurable experience for the potential customer.
2014-2015, 2000-2007
Senior Production Designer at Cardinal Communications
Designed national advertising campaigns, promotions and advertising slicks.
Clients included: Miramax Films, Sony Pictures Classics,
Paramount Pictures Classics and Focus Films.
2013-2014
Retoucher at Quirky
Used a variety of technical skills to create realistic and natural images by compositing multiple images and digital renderings. Collaborated with art directors, product designers and 3D render artist to achieve desired look. Worked in the photo studio to troubleshoot possible time consuming
issues in post.
2012-2013
Retoucher at Nucleus Imaging
Executed high end retouching for editorial and advertising purposes for clients including:
Tiffany's, David Yurman, Lucky's and Aerosoles. Made complex color correction and image manipulation for fashion and luxury items including handbags, jewelry and shoes.
Worked on beauty and fashion as well as product retouching.
2011-2012
Retoucher at Macy's
Executed clothing, skin and hair retouching, color correction, and removal of imperfections.
Retouched in-house studio images, cropped and optimized to production standards.
Retouched in a high volume, deadline-driven production environment.
2010-2011
Retoucher at Coty
Art directed photo shoots to achieve the clients' need for the most dynamic images.
Combined selects from the photography department to create single seamless images for print and digital. Worked on brands including: Channel, Guess, Sally Hansen, and New York Color.
2007-2009
Production Designer at MTV Networks
Executed the retouching and production on numerous national and international high profile industry events. Retouched images and produced materials for the MTV
Networks Upfront Presentation, showcasing innovative partnerships, programming and platforms across its brands. Worked on a wide scope of projects including car clings, stationery, banners, a Times Square Billboard and the web.
Skills & Expertise
- User Research, Information Architecture,
User Personas, Storyboarding, Wireframing, Prototyping - High Fidelity Designs
- Interaction Design, Usability Testing,
Visual Design, User-Centered Design - Collaboration, Communication,
Analytical Skills, Empathy -
Color Correction, Image Composition, Digital Manipulation, Attention to Detail, Layout Design
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Art Direction, Collaboration
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Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator,
Indesign, Acrobat, Figma, Canva
Education
Present
UCSD Extension
Certificate in UX Design
2015
General Assembly
Certificate in UX Design
2009-2014
School of Visual Arts
Continuing Education
1994-1998