Hello! I'm Aaron Diamond, a multimedia artist and production lead with 24+ years of experience in photography, retouching, and complex global productions. I specialize in building organized, repeatable systems that reduce chaos, accelerate post-production, and deliver consistent, high-quality output across travel, lifestyle, architecture, portraiture, studio, and story-driven work. I also lead teams, manage logistics, and design asset pipelines to make projects flow smoothly from concept to delivery. In my freelance and leadership roles, I’ve directed shoots, built scalable workflows, and partnered with brands and studios to create stock, editorial, and commercial content. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaboration, and continuous improvement—always looking for smarter ways to produce amazing images.

Aaron Jason Diamond

Hello! I'm Aaron Diamond, a multimedia artist and production lead with 24+ years of experience in photography, retouching, and complex global productions. I specialize in building organized, repeatable systems that reduce chaos, accelerate post-production, and deliver consistent, high-quality output across travel, lifestyle, architecture, portraiture, studio, and story-driven work. I also lead teams, manage logistics, and design asset pipelines to make projects flow smoothly from concept to delivery. In my freelance and leadership roles, I’ve directed shoots, built scalable workflows, and partnered with brands and studios to create stock, editorial, and commercial content. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaboration, and continuous improvement—always looking for smarter ways to produce amazing images.

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Hello! I’m Aaron Diamond, a multimedia artist and production lead with 24+ years of experience in photography, retouching, and complex global productions. I specialize in building organized, repeatable systems that reduce chaos, accelerate post-production, and deliver consistent, high-quality output across travel, lifestyle, architecture, portraiture, studio, and story-driven work. I also lead teams, manage logistics, and design asset pipelines to make projects flow smoothly from concept to delivery.

In my freelance and leadership roles, I’ve directed shoots, built scalable workflows, and partnered with brands and studios to create stock, editorial, and commercial content. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaboration, and continuous improvement—always looking for smarter ways to produce amazing images.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photography/Photo Editing at Nomadic Image Co. (Independent Contractor)
July 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance provider of photography, retouching, and creative production services. Produces travel and lifestyle photography for stock libraries and editorial use. Delivers high-end retouching for commercial, architectural, and product campaigns. Develops AI-enhanced workflows to speed up post-production delivery. Collaborates with agencies and brands on a project basis.
Global Photo & Video Production Specialist at Coll8 Studios
July 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Led global productions for branded and internal marketing content. Sourced international models, talent, and crew. Managed travel, accommodations, gear, and international logistics. Directed storyboards and multi-day production itineraries. Oversaw data management, gear transport, and workflow execution. Captured high-quality photography and supported video. Contributed stock-quality imagery to content library for future marketing use.
VFX Supervisor / Lead Retoucher at Scattermesh (formerly Radical Convergence)
January 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Directed retouching and rendering teams, maintaining benchmark quality. Managed 3D lighting/rendering for seamless photo integration. Spearheaded R&D post-production innovations. Led SCRUM meetings and mentored junior creatives. Built templates and systems for consistent image output and delivery.
Yoga & Meditation Instructor at Independent Contractor
January 1, 2020 - September 10, 2025
Led workshops and taught classes integrating movement, mindfulness, and wellness practices.
Lead Retoucher / Post-Production Supervisor at Robert Benson Photography
October 1, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Led a small team of retouchers, overseeing quality control and final delivery. Delivered architectural, editorial, and advertising retouching. Managed post production workflows and large-format print prep.
Independent Contractor – Photography, Editing, Creative Consulting at Nomadic Image Co.
July 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance provider for photography, editing, and production support. Produces travel, lifestyle, and stock photography. Delivers high-end retouching for commercial, architectural, and product clients. Builds AI-enhanced workflows to speed post-production. Consults for teams that need stronger structure, asset management, and execution.
Global Photo and Video Production Specialist at Coll8 Studios
January 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led global productions for branded and internal marketing content. Sourced international talent and crew. Managed production logistics, travel coordination, schedules, and vendor relations. Directed multi-day itineraries, storyboards, and on-set execution. Oversaw data management and gear transport. Captured photography and supported video capture. Delivered stock-quality assets for content library use.
Art Director, VFX Supervisor, Lead Retoucher at Scattermesh (formerly Radical Convergence)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Directed creative output from concept to delivery. Managed production logistics, schedules, vendor relations, and operational workflows. Led retouching and rendering teams to maintain benchmark quality. Managed 3D lighting and rendering for clean compositing. Ran SCRUM meetings and mentored junior artists. Built templates and systems that created predictable, consistent image delivery.
Yoga and Meditation Instructor at Independent Contractor
May 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020
Led workshops and taught classes focused on movement, breathwork, and mindfulness.
Lead Photo Editor and Post Production Supervisor at Robert Benson Photography
December 1, 2001 - October 1, 2018
Managed a team of photo editors and handled quality control. Delivered architectural, editorial, and advertising retouching. Oversaw post-production workflows and large-format print preparation.

Education

BFA in 3D Character Animation, Minor in Art History at Savannah College of Art & Design
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
AA in Fine Art & Graphic Art at Middlesex Community College
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
HS Diploma + Machine Drafting Certificate at Vinal Technical High School
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995
BFA in 3D Character Animation, Minor in Art History at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2001
AA in Fine Art and Graphic Art at Middlesex Community College
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1998
HS Diploma + Machine Drafting Certificate at Vinal Technical High School
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

500+ HR Yoga Teacher Training (YTT)
May 1, 2014 - September 10, 2025
Machine Drafting Certificate
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1995

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services