Creative and results-driven image editing professional with 15 years of experience in high-end post-production workflows, including complex masking, clipping paths, color correction, and commercial retouching. Skilled in building efficient production pipelines and ensuring zero-error quality through rigorous QA. I lead end-to-end image editing operations using Adobe Photoshop, manage timelines and resources for high-volume client deliverables, and provide technical guidance to teams. My focus is on consistent quality, efficient workflows, and delivering visual content that meets global commercial standards.

SUDHAKAR NAGARAJAN

Creative and results-driven image editing professional with 15 years of experience in high-end post-production workflows, including complex masking, clipping paths, color correction, and commercial retouching. Skilled in building efficient production pipelines and ensuring zero-error quality through rigorous QA. I lead end-to-end image editing operations using Adobe Photoshop, manage timelines and resources for high-volume client deliverables, and provide technical guidance to teams. My focus is on consistent quality, efficient workflows, and delivering visual content that meets global commercial standards.

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Creative and results-driven image editing professional with 15 years of experience in high-end post-production workflows, including complex masking, clipping paths, color correction, and commercial retouching. Skilled in building efficient production pipelines and ensuring zero-error quality through rigorous QA.

I lead end-to-end image editing operations using Adobe Photoshop, manage timelines and resources for high-volume client deliverables, and provide technical guidance to teams. My focus is on consistent quality, efficient workflows, and delivering visual content that meets global commercial standards.

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Language

Tamil
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Production Head – Image Editing at SSR Media Image Editing Service
January 1, 2020 - Present
Oversee and direct the end-to-end image editing production pipeline utilizing Adobe Photoshop to ensure all visual assets meet top-tier industry standards. Manage day-to-day operations, project timelines, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of high-volume client deliverables. Maintain rigorous quality control frameworks to guarantee flawless precision across all finalized imagery.
Team Lead – Image Editor at Pinnacle Media (Udupi)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Led a dedicated team of image editors, providing technical guidance, creative direction, and advanced Photoshop troubleshooting to elevate output quality. Streamlined team workflows, significantly improving project turnaround times while maintaining creative integrity. Acted as a primary bridge between the production team and account managers to seamlessly execute client briefs.
Team Lead - Image Editor at RR Donnelley Pinnacle Media Udupi
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
All kind of image retouching, clipping path, masking, recoloring, shadow creation; quality checking
Image Editor at RR Donnelley / Pinnacle Media, Udupi
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
All kinds of image retouching, clipping path, masking, retouching, color correction, shadow creation, quality checking
Senior Image Editor & Quality Checker at RR Donnelley
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2018
Executed advanced image retouching, high-precision clipping paths, complex masking, color corrections, and realistic shadow creation for major commercial projects using Adobe Photoshop. Served as a Quality Checker, meticulously auditing final images to enforce zero-error compliance before client delivery. Collaborated effectively within large-scale team environments to consistently hit demanding daily production targets.
Senior Image Editor at RR Donnelley Pinnacle Media Udupi
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2018
All kind of image retouching, clipping path, masking, recoloring, shadow creation; quality checking
Image Editor at RR Donnelley / Pinnacle Media, Udupi
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2018
All kinds of image retouching, clipping path, masking, retouching, color correction, shadow creation, quality checking
Image Retoucher at RR Donnelley Pinnacle Media Udupi
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
All kind of image retouching, clipping path, masking, recoloring, shadow creation; quality checking
Image Editor at RR Donnelley / Pinnacle Media, Udupi
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
All kinds of image retouching, clipping path, masking, retouching, color correction, shadow creation, quality checking
Image Retoucher at RR Donnelley Pinnacle Media Udupi
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
All kind of image retouching, clipping path, masking, recoloring, shadow creation; quality checking
Senior Image Editor at RR Donnelley / Pinnacle Media, Udupi
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
All kinds of image retouching, clipping path, masking, retouching, color correction, shadow creation, quality checking

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry at MS University, Tirunelveli
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Bachelor of Science - BSc Chemistry at Arena Academy Specialist Program
January 11, 2030 - January 16, 2026
Arena Academy Specialist Program at Arena Multimedia, Chennai
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemistry at MS University, Tirunelveli
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
B.Sc. in Chemistry at MS University, Tirunelveli
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Specialist Program at Arena Multimedia, Chennai (AAASP – Arena Academy Specialist Program)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other