I am a senior photographer and advanced retoucher with extensive experience in producing high-volume, commercially successful imagery across fashion, product and lifestyle sectors. I have a proven track record of leading studio teams, optimising production workflows and delivering brand-elevating visuals for major retailers. I am also experienced in studio management, digital asset workflows and mentoring creative teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results. As a freelance photographer and retoucher since 2018, I’ve worked with clients such as Argos, Rohan, F&F, Madison, Dunelm, TK Maxx and Harvey Nichols. I focus on delivering high-volume product and lifestyle imagery for ecommerce and advertising campaigns, providing advanced retouching with color accuracy and brand consistency, and collaborating with art directors, stylists and production teams to meet briefs efficiently while managing lighting setups to maximise productivity and quality.

Darryl Crowley

I am a senior photographer and advanced retoucher with extensive experience in producing high-volume, commercially successful imagery across fashion, product and lifestyle sectors. I have a proven track record of leading studio teams, optimising production workflows and delivering brand-elevating visuals for major retailers. I am also experienced in studio management, digital asset workflows and mentoring creative teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results. As a freelance photographer and retoucher since 2018, I’ve worked with clients such as Argos, Rohan, F&F, Madison, Dunelm, TK Maxx and Harvey Nichols. I focus on delivering high-volume product and lifestyle imagery for ecommerce and advertising campaigns, providing advanced retouching with color accuracy and brand consistency, and collaborating with art directors, stylists and production teams to meet briefs efficiently while managing lighting setups to maximise productivity and quality.

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I am a senior photographer and advanced retoucher with extensive experience in producing high-volume, commercially successful imagery across fashion, product and lifestyle sectors. I have a proven track record of leading studio teams, optimising production workflows and delivering brand-elevating visuals for major retailers. I am also experienced in studio management, digital asset workflows and mentoring creative teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

As a freelance photographer and retoucher since 2018, I’ve worked with clients such as Argos, Rohan, F&F, Madison, Dunelm, TK Maxx and Harvey Nichols. I focus on delivering high-volume product and lifestyle imagery for ecommerce and advertising campaigns, providing advanced retouching with color accuracy and brand consistency, and collaborating with art directors, stylists and production teams to meet briefs efficiently while managing lighting setups to maximise productivity and quality.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer and Retoucher at Self-Employed (Freelance)
September 1, 2018 - Present
Delivering high-quality photography and advanced retouching for major retail and lifestyle brands across e-commerce and advertising campaigns. Clients include Argos, Rohan, F&F, Madison, Dunelm, TK Maxx and Harvey Nichols. Producing high-volume product and lifestyle imagery for e-commerce platforms and marketing campaigns; providing advanced retouching to ensure colour accuracy and brand consistency; collaborating with art directors, stylists and production teams to deliver briefs efficiently; managing lighting setups and workflows to maximise productivity while maintaining premium quality.
Senior Photographer at Bradwell Media (Sainsbury's Argos)
October 1, 2011 - September 30, 2018
Produced high-volume commercial imagery across jewellery, homeware, fashion and food for the Argos catalogue and e-commerce platforms. Primary photographer for the Argos jewellery section and Argos Home brochure. Mentored and trained junior photographers, leading to improved output and consistency. Worked with senior management to identify workflow improvements that increased shot count and reduced outgoing expenditures. Conducted daily quality control of all images that passed through the studio. Digital Asset Management 'super user' supporting studio staff and resolving system issues.
Lead Photographer / Studio Manager at Walker Greenbank, Milton Keynes
August 1, 2010 - October 1, 2011
Established a fully operational photographic studio from scratch. Managed studio floor and ensured stringent productivity targets were met. Ensured colour accuracy to exact specifications. Communicated with stakeholders and ensured briefs were met to exacting standards. Oversaw equipment procurement, setup and maintenance.
Studio Photographer and Retoucher at Venture Portraits
June 1, 2007 - May 31, 2010
Large volume of high-quality shots required daily. Advanced Photoshop retouching. Conducted image previews with the clients. Sales average order amongst top 5% within the organisation.
Photography Manager / Photographer / Videographer at P&O Cruises, worldwide
April 1, 2005 - May 31, 2007
Managed photography team operations, budgets and staff scheduling. Produced passenger portrait photography and location shoots. C-41 film, APS and digital print production. Created cruise video productions using professional editing software. Delivered photography workshops for guests.

Education

Advanced GNVQ in Business, Retail and Distributive Services at Hastings College of Arts and Technology
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026
BA (Hons) Photography at University for the Creative Arts
January 11, 2030 - March 27, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services