About me
I am a highy creative individual who is University educated and self-taught in photography, picture editing, picture research and retouching. I have extensive knowledge and experience of Ecommerce in particular, and have a deep understanding of how this kind of business operates.
I consider myself to be a very sociable person, I love to work and be with people, and I love to learn new skills as I enjoy to stay focused. I consider my general knowledge to be increasing with every new experience, and I understand that in my line of work, there is always something new to learn. I am passionate about everything I do and always put my best effort into each day. I am organised, focused, honest, kind, reliable and trustworthy. Being a sociable person I have an ability to work effectively with the general public, the customer and the client both individually and as part of a team.
Technically, I am an experienced user of both Mac and PC (although mac preferred), I have extensive knowledge of the Adobe CS5 package, as well as being proficient in Microsoft Office, email, internet etc. I learn new software and systems quickly and easily, and I have a keen interest in development of systems and software.
Skills
Personal skills - I am a good communicator, which indicates that I work well as part of a team. In addition I listen well to instruction and direction, which means I am able to work effectively as an individual. I consider my general knowledge to be increasing with every new experience. I am organised, focused, honest, kind, reliable and trustworthy. Being a sociable person I have an ability to work effectively with the general public, the customer and the client both individually and as part of a team. At this stage in my career, I’m ready for the next challenge and for a more senior role. I’m aware and prepared for the fast-paced, and very challenging nature of this sector. , Adobe CS5 extensive, Microsoft Office extensive, Internet and in-house purpose built software extensive, All aspects of product photography, lighting and retouching extensive
Sector Experience
*August ’11 - present, Digital Retoucher - Liberty London, Employed as the first in-house retoucher at Liberty, to help set-up and run the studio and image flow on a daily basis. First point of call for imagery for all press, marketing and store requests. Responsible for retouching all imagery for the liberty website., * August ’10 - August ‘11, Retoucher - Net-a-Porter Ltd, *March 09 - July 10 Freelance photographer/picture editor/retoucher, *Nov 08 - March 09 Picture Librarian Temporary/Prospectus - The National Army Museum Photographic Department Chelsea, London , *Sept 08 - Nov 08 Work Experience Image digitiser and picture researcher Art Directors and Trip photo library - Surrey , *Aug 07 - June 08 Studio Assistant The Worx Film and Photographic studios Parsons Green, London
Awards
Feb ‘11 - present, Stonebridge Colleges, Advanced diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, ’09 - ‘09, PRA, Picture research by distance learning, Distinction, Sep '04-June 07 - Southampton Institute of Higher education Southampton, Hampshire , BA (Hons) Fashion with Photography - Grade 2:1, Sep '02-May '04 , Burton College Burton-Upon-Trent, Staffordshire, BTEC ND: Media (Moving image) - DMM (Distinction-Merit-Merit), Sep '01-Jul '02 Thomas Alleynes 6th Form Uttoxeter, Staffordshire - 4 x AS Levels, Sep '98-Jul '01 Thomas Alleynes High School Uttoxeter, Staffordshire - 11 GCSES grade C and above
Clients
Trade Associations
Picture Research Association