High-end Retoucher

STEPHANIE MILAN

**** ********** *** #***, ***** Hollywood , CA 91602 818-***-**** ********************@*****.***

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working on photo sets and with photography equipment including professional cameras, studio lighting, stands, etc.

• Image manipulation software expertise including Photoshop, Bridge, and Lightroom

• Well versed in studio set etiquette

• B.S. degree from UCLA

• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, type 55wpm)

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and teamwork skills

• Able to satisfy the needs of demanding clients

• Proven ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure; “Can do” attitude

EXPERIENCE

CLOTHING SHOWROOM, Los Angeles, CA

Feb 2012-Present

Photographer/Photo Editor

• Efficiently shoot 70 – 90 fashion clothing catalog images in a 4 hour period

• Retouch, enhance, and compose 70 – 90 images using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Lightroom) in a 6 hour period

• Schedule and coordinate models

• Set up/break down studio lights

• Product, jewelry, and accessory photography and editing

• Clothing preparation and organization

PATRICK ECCLESINE PHOTOGRAPHY, Hollywood, CA

Feb 2011-Present

Studio Intern/Retoucher

• Set up/break down studio lights and assisting on-set

• Retouch and enhance photos using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Lightroom)

• Creative collaboration in graphic design and advertising projects

• Ensure organizational and administrative needs are met

• Assist in marketing campaigns including social media and blogging

ARTHUR SAINT JOHN PHOTOGRAPHY, Burbank, CA

Jan 2011-April 2011

Studio Intern/Retouching Assistant

• Set up/break down studio lights and assisting on-set

• Retouch and enhance model portfolios using Photoshop

• Participate in the shooting of portfolios alongside Arthur St. John

• Assist in scheduling and casting models for photo shoots and video productions

EDUCATION

L.A. SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY, Los Angeles, CA Test Shoot with Dove Shore Workshop 2011

L.A. SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY, Los Angeles, CA Brian Bowen Smith Lighting Workshop 2011

JULIA DEAN PHOTO WORKSHOPS, Santa Monica, CA The Art of the Actor’s Headshot with Natalie Young, March 2011

UCLA, Los Angeles, CA B.S., Physiological Science 2005

TESTIMONIAL Written by General Manager (Current Employer):

“This employee has proven herself to be one of the most hard working individuals…she never backs down from responsibility and has a true vision of service…she is a true asset with her organizational skills. What a great job she does.” (Original letter available)

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