I’m a photographer, retoucher, and creative producer who thrives on turning everyday objects into striking visuals. My work sits at the intersection of fashion, cosmetics, and lifestyle advertising, where I’ve built studios, led teams, and delivered exceptionally high quality campaigns in tight timelines. I’m driven by finding beauty in the strangest places. I’ve partnered with agencies and brands like Obagi, Metacine, Cremé Collective, SLMD, Fourth Ray Beauty, and ColorPop to launch brand openings, produce brand refreshes, produce and expand photo campaigns, launch products and ad campaigns, and align external photos with a brand’s image—always aiming to exceed expectations and nurture a supportive creative community.

Jake T Meharg

I’m a photographer, retoucher, and creative producer who thrives on turning everyday objects into striking visuals. My work sits at the intersection of fashion, cosmetics, and lifestyle advertising, where I’ve built studios, led teams, and delivered exceptionally high quality campaigns in tight timelines. I’m driven by finding beauty in the strangest places. I’ve partnered with agencies and brands like Obagi, Metacine, Cremé Collective, SLMD, Fourth Ray Beauty, and ColorPop to launch brand openings, produce brand refreshes, produce and expand photo campaigns, launch products and ad campaigns, and align external photos with a brand’s image—always aiming to exceed expectations and nurture a supportive creative community.

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I’m a photographer, retoucher, and creative producer who thrives on turning everyday objects into striking visuals. My work sits at the intersection of fashion, cosmetics, and lifestyle advertising, where I’ve built studios, led teams, and delivered exceptionally high quality campaigns in tight timelines.

I’m driven by finding beauty in the strangest places. I’ve partnered with agencies and brands like Obagi, Metacine, Cremé Collective, SLMD, Fourth Ray Beauty, and ColorPop to launch brand openings, produce brand refreshes, produce and expand photo campaigns, launch products and ad campaigns, and align external photos with a brand’s image—always aiming to exceed expectations and nurture a supportive creative community.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer at Golfsmith International
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Collaborated with a 6-person team shooting fashion (live and on/off mannequin), products (including metal and large item), and advertisements in a high pace commercial studio. Assisted with Snap360° product shooting installation and operation. Helped with inventory management and maintenance of lights and camera equipment.
Photographer / Head of Photography / Retoucher at Hollywood Baby Photo Studio
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Led a 5-person studio team in taking high-end baby and children photos in a variety of settings. Assisted with expansion of photo sets and executable photo sessions by working out budget kinks, travel issues, and instructing staff alongside the Studio manager.
Commercial Retoucher, Photographer, and Producer
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Self-directed commercial retoucher/photographer/producer; 2024-2025 timeframe

Education

B.A. in Philosophy/Photojournalism at University of Texas at Austin
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Other