I am a versatile retouching expert specializing in skin smoothing, color correction, background clean-up/replacement, light & shadow adjustment, high-end beauty & fashion retouching, product photo editing, body & face reshaping, and creative composites & artistic edits. With a degree in graphic design, I have a keen eye for detail and a passion for enhancing visual storytelling, my work aims to bring out the best in every image while preserving its authenticity and impact.

Gisela Calitz

I am a versatile retouching expert specializing in skin smoothing, color correction, background clean-up/replacement, light & shadow adjustment, high-end beauty & fashion retouching, product photo editing, body & face reshaping, and creative composites & artistic edits. With a degree in graphic design, I have a keen eye for detail and a passion for enhancing visual storytelling, my work aims to bring out the best in every image while preserving its authenticity and impact.

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I am a versatile retouching expert specializing in skin smoothing, color correction, background clean-up/replacement, light & shadow adjustment, high-end beauty & fashion retouching, product photo editing, body & face reshaping, and creative composites & artistic edits. With a degree in graphic design, I have a keen eye for detail and a passion for enhancing visual storytelling, my work aims to bring out the best in every image while preserving its authenticity and impact.

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Language

Afrikaans
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Retouching & Finished Artist at No Sweat
August 1, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Focused on delivering clean, natural, and impactful retouching.
Retouching & Finished Artist at 99c Advertising agency
November 1, 2018 - June 1, 2026
Managed multiple retouching and finishing tasks ensuring high-quality output.
Graphic Designer - Freelance at Millennial Creatives
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Identified creative directions and designed for startup touchpoints.
Production Manager & Retoucher at Pots&Co Campaign
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Collaborated with a creative team to develop concepts and ensure project completion.
Retouching - Freelancer at Freelancer / Cape Town / New York
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2026
Worked with world renowned photographers & directors to help them achieve the best quality and high end retouching results.
Retoucher - Freelancer at Freelancer
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2026
Worked with renowned photographers to achieve high-end retouching results.
Art Director - Graphic Design at Room 13
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Led the creative team and conceptualized shots for the website's re-launch.

Education

Diploma in Graphic Design at AAA School of advertising
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design at AAA School of advertising
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in Graphic Design at AAA School of Advertising
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design at AAA School of Advertising
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Diploma in Graphic Design at AAA School of Advertising
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Bachelor Degree in Graphic Design at AAA School of Advertising
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services