With 15 years of experience across graphic design, image retouching and digital content production, I’m now actively freelancing through my small business, AMB Retouch + Design, to offer clients my creativity, collaborative spirit, and technical expertise to elevate their company's image. I began my career in graphic design and print, creating layouts, brand assets, and marketing collateral for a variety of Australian businesses. Over time, my focus expanded into high-end fashion retouching in e-commerce production and high-end campaigns, where I built a reputation for speed, consistency, and artistic polish. Since 2023, AMB Retouch + Design has serviced fashion and lifestyle clients with both retouching and graphic design needs, including social media content, product launches, brand refreshes, apparel print design and more. I value working with companies that prioritise sustainable products and emphasise wellbeing and life balance—such as working from home, flexible hours, and prioritising mental health and personal time.

Ashleigh Bourke

With 15 years of experience across graphic design, image retouching and digital content production, I’m now actively freelancing through my small business, AMB Retouch + Design, to offer clients my creativity, collaborative spirit, and technical expertise to elevate their company's image. I began my career in graphic design and print, creating layouts, brand assets, and marketing collateral for a variety of Australian businesses. Over time, my focus expanded into high-end fashion retouching in e-commerce production and high-end campaigns, where I built a reputation for speed, consistency, and artistic polish. Since 2023, AMB Retouch + Design has serviced fashion and lifestyle clients with both retouching and graphic design needs, including social media content, product launches, brand refreshes, apparel print design and more. I value working with companies that prioritise sustainable products and emphasise wellbeing and life balance—such as working from home, flexible hours, and prioritising mental health and personal time.

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With 15 years of experience across graphic design, image retouching and digital content production, I’m now actively freelancing through my small business, AMB Retouch + Design, to offer clients my creativity, collaborative spirit, and technical expertise to elevate their company’s image.

I began my career in graphic design and print, creating layouts, brand assets, and marketing collateral for a variety of Australian businesses. Over time, my focus expanded into high-end fashion retouching in e-commerce production and high-end campaigns, where I built a reputation for speed, consistency, and artistic polish. Since 2023, AMB Retouch + Design has serviced fashion and lifestyle clients with both retouching and graphic design needs, including social media content, product launches, brand refreshes, apparel print design and more. I value working with companies that prioritise sustainable products and emphasise wellbeing and life balance—such as working from home, flexible hours, and prioritising mental health and personal time.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Chief Retoucher at AMB Retouch
January 1, 2021 - Present
Providing retouching, editing, and design services for paid social, editorial, ecommerce, visual branding, and marketing projects. Serving clients including SHONA JOY, KIVARI, THE ICONIC, LSKD, MORRISON, PETCIRCLE, CLAIRE WALLMAN PHOTOGRAPHY, INDIGO & WOLFE, CHELSEA STREET, and MODIBODI. Operating remotely from NSW south coast and offering a freelance multi-skilled service combining graphic design and expert image editing.
Senior Retoucher at THE ICONIC
October 31, 2023 - July 18, 2025
Led senior retouching for ecommerce and editorial image content, specializing in high-end image editing and post-production processes. Played a key role in training colleagues and introducing Adobe AI tools to improve workflow efficiency and quality standards. Worked remotely and collaborated closely with creative teams to deliver projects within tight deadlines.
Mid-Weight Retoucher at THE ICONIC
March 1, 2021 - July 18, 2025
Handled detailed image editing and retouching tasks to maintain brand standards for online fashion retail. Supported the senior retoucher team by delivering consistent and high-quality visual content for ecommerce platforms.
Graphic Designer at ExpandaBrand - Promotional Branding
September 30, 2016 - July 18, 2025
Created promotional branding material with a focus on effective graphic design, supporting marketing and branding efforts for clients.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Smash Designs
January 31, 2013 - July 18, 2025
Delivered freelance graphic design services including visual branding, marketing material, and creative content development.
Founder at AMB Retouch + Design
January 1, 2021 - Present
Founder of AMB Retouch + Design offering retouching, editing and design services for Paid Social, Editorial, E-commerce and Visual Branding. Based on NSW south coast with remote and on-site contract work.
Senior Retoucher at THE ICONIC
October 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Senior Retoucher responsible for high-end fashion retouching across editorial and product imagery with emphasis on consistency and polish.
Mid-Weight Retoucher at THE ICONIC
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Mid-Weight Retoucher contributing to e-commerce production and campaigns with fast turnaround and brand alignment.
Promotional Branding Graphic Designer at ExpandaBrand
September 1, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Graphic designer focused on promotional branding assets and packaging design.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Smash Designs
January 1, 2013 - October 8, 2025
Freelance graphic designer delivering print and digital design solutions for diverse clients.
Assistant Graphic Designer at Southern Star Productions
December 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Provided graphic design support for ABC mini-series projects.
Sales Representative / Stock Replenishment / Stock Counter at Officeworks
October 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Stock replenishment, POS support and customer service; inventory counts and after-hours stock management.
Sales Representative / Stock Replenishment / Kids DIY Host / Face Painter / Stock Counter at Bunnings Nowra
October 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Retail roles including stock replenishment, POS service, customer greetings, and hosting Kids DIY activities and face painting.
In-house Graphic Designer / Land sales assistant - Links Living Project at PGA LINKS
March 1, 2010 - October 8, 2025
In-house design support for land sales project and related branding tasks.
Graphic Designer, Radio Presenter & Events Assistant at Tune FM! UNE
December 1, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design work complemented by radio presenting and events assistance.
Graphic Designer, Events team co-ordinator, Event Promoter at UNE
December 1, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design support, events coordination and promotion activities.
Graphic Designer at UNE - Services
March 1, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design work for UNE services.
Founder at AMB Retouch + Design
January 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance designer, retoucher and post-production specialist offering retouching, editing and design services for paid social, editorial, e-commerce, branding.
Senior Retoucher at THE ICONIC
October 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Led retouching for e-commerce and campaigns, collaborating with photographers, stylists and creative teams to deliver consistent, brand-aligned imagery with production-ready polish.
Mid-Weight Retoucher at THE ICONIC
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Supported the retouching workflow for paid social, editorial and product imagery, ensuring high-quality outputs and on-time delivery.
Graphic Designer at ExpandaBrand
September 1, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Promotional branding graphic design for clients, focusing on branding, layout and marketing collateral across print and digital channels.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Smash Designs
January 1, 2013 - October 8, 2025
Freelance graphic design for various clients, including branding and print materials, delivering polished assets for campaigns.
Founder at AMB Retouch + Design
January 1, 2021 - Present
Founder of AMB Retouch + Design, providing Retouching, Editing and Design services for Paid Social, Editorial, E-commerce, Visual Branding, and Online Marketing. Brand portfolio includes Adidas, Lorna Jane, GIMME STORE, Shona Joy, KIVARI, The Iconic, Michael Hill, LSKD, Morrison, PetCircle, Indigo & Wolfe, Chelsea Street. Leads client communications, project management, and offers remote and on-site contract work.
Senior Retoucher at THE ICONIC
October 1, 2023 - October 8, 2025
Senior Retoucher responsible for high-end fashion retouching for e-commerce; collaborates with photographers, stylists and creative teams to deliver polished assets with speed and consistency.
Mid-Weight Retoucher at THE ICONIC
March 1, 2021 - October 8, 2025
Retoucher for e-commerce, delivering fashion imagery for online catalogs and campaigns; contributed to the brand's digital content workflow.
Graphic Designer at ExpandaBrand - Promotional Branding
September 30, 2016 - October 8, 2025
Branding and promotional graphic design for a range of clients; development of assets for marketing collateral.
Graphic Designer at Smash Designs
January 31, 2013 - October 8, 2025
Freelance graphic designer producing layouts, brand assets and marketing collateral.
Assistant Graphic Designer at Southern Star Productions
December 31, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Assistant Graphic Designer during The Birth Of Cleo ABC Mini Series; supported design tasks for production.
Sales Representative / Stock Replenishment / Stock Counter at Officeworks (Paper Giants; The Birth Of Cleo ABC Mini Series)
October 31, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Stock replenishment, POS service, product information, and inventory counting during store hours.
Sales Representative / Stock Replenishment / Kids DIY Host / Face Painter / Stock Counter at Bunnings Nowra
October 31, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Stock replenishment, POS service, customer greeting, Kids DIY activities, face painting; assisted with inventory counts.
In-house Graphic Designer / Land sales assistant at PGA LINKS / Links Living Project
March 31, 2010 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design and land sales assistance for Links Living Project; branding and marketing materials.
Graphic Designer, Radio Presenter & Events Assistant at Tune FM! UNE
December 31, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design, radio presenting and events coordination responsibilities.
Graphic Designer, Events Team Co-ordinator, Event Promoter at UNE (The Stro)
December 31, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic design and events coordination roles for UNE's The Stro project.
Graphic Designer at UNE Services
March 31, 2008 - October 8, 2025
Graphic designer for UNE Services.

Education

Diploma of Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
February 1, 2007 - December 19, 2008
Cert 4 Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 29, 2024 - October 19, 2024
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1 at Centre for Continuing Education
May 16, 2024 - May 23, 2024
Adobe Animate Essentials at City Desktop Training
August 13, 2018 - August 14, 2018
Diploma at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Certificate IV at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
High School Certificate at Nowra Anglican College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006
Diploma, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Certificate IV, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Certificate II, Clothing Production (Fashion Design) at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
High School Certificate at Nowra Anglican College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006
Diploma, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Certificate IV, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Cert. 2, Clothing Production (Fashion Design) at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
High School Certificate at Nowra Anglican College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2006
Diploma, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Certificate IV, Graphic Design at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Certificate II, Clothing Production (Fashion Design) at TAFE NSW
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
High School Certificate at Nowra Anglican College
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006

Qualifications

Diploma of Graphic Design
January 29, 2007 - December 19, 2008
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1
May 16, 2024 - May 23, 2024
Diploma of Graphic Design
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Graphic Design Certificate IV
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025
Adobe Animate Essentials
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025
Diploma of Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Certificate IV, Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Adobe Animate Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Peoples Choice Award 2012 Footlocker Art Prize
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Diploma of Graphic Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Certificate IV, Graphic Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Cert. 2, Clothing Production (Fashion Design)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Adobe Animate Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Adobe Premiere Pro Course Level 1
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Adobe Animate Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 8, 2025
Foot Locker Art Prize – People’s Choice Award (2012)
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012

Industry Experience

Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Education, Other