Hi, I’m Tarzan Patterson. I’m a results-driven content producer and photographer with extensive experience in studio management, retouching, and creative editing across Australia. I thrive on bridging the gap between photographers, editors and clients to deliver high-quality imagery and compelling content across real estate, lifestyle, and commercial projects. I am organized, reliable and a fast learner with strong communication skills. I enjoy training teams, refining workflows, and supporting colleagues to deliver outstanding results in fast-paced production environments.…

Tarzan Patterson

Hi, I’m Tarzan Patterson. I’m a results-driven content producer and photographer with extensive experience in studio management, retouching, and creative editing across Australia. I thrive on bridging the gap between photographers, editors and clients to deliver high-quality imagery and compelling content across real estate, lifestyle, and commercial projects. I am organized, reliable and a fast learner with strong communication skills. I enjoy training teams, refining workflows, and supporting colleagues to deliver outstanding results in fast-paced production environments.…

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Hi, I’m Tarzan Patterson. I’m a results-driven content producer and photographer with extensive experience in studio management, retouching, and creative editing across Australia. I thrive on bridging the gap between photographers, editors and clients to deliver high-quality imagery and compelling content across real estate, lifestyle, and commercial projects.

I am organized, reliable and a fast learner with strong communication skills. I enjoy training teams, refining workflows, and supporting colleagues to deliver outstanding results in fast-paced production environments.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Photography Trainer at Oxygen College
January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2026
Trainer and assessor teaching Cert III & Cert IV Photography in vocational training.
Head of Retouching at Impress Photography
April 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Managing the quality and ongoing training for offshore editing teams, correcting output where necessary. Bridging communication between photographers, retouchers and management.
Retoucher at Urban Angles
August 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Responsible for turning photographers' raw data into high-quality real estate photography for a range of clients. Ensuring quality control standards are met from offshore retouchers and the delivery of the product.
Studio Manager at Viva Life Photography
October 1, 2016 - February 1, 2017
Staff training and management. Manage appointments. Quality control. Maintenance of the studio. Sales. Lead generation.
Creative Editor at Verve Portraits
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016
Responsible for high capacity creative photo editing with studios across Australia.
Studio Manager / Senior Sales / Senior Photographer at Signature Portraits
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Coordinating appointments and promoting customer relations. Conducting photography in Studio and on-location. In-house and off-site sales. Designing interior art layouts for artwork. Head retoucher.
Photographer & Sales at Morffew Photos
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Studio maintenance. Shooting and selling photography. Managing production and data retention. Photography retouching. Retail customer service. Staff training.

Education

TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment at RAM Training Services
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Diploma of Screen and Media (CUA51020) at Oxygen College
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (CUA41120) at Oxygen College
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
PUAWER005B - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation at Fire and Safety Australia
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER006B - Lead an emergency control organisation at Fire and Safety Australia
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
CFT Food Safety & RSA Training (SITHFAB021) at CFT
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) at RAM Training Services
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
Food Safety & RSA Training (SITHFAB021) at CFT
May 1, 2026 - May 19, 2026
Diploma of Screen and Media (CUA51020) at Oxygen College
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (CUA41120) at Oxygen College
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER005B - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation at Fire and Safety Australia
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER006B - Lead an emergency control organisation at Fire and Safety Australia
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026

Qualifications

PUAWER005B - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER006B - Lead an emergency control organisation
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
CFT Food Safety & RSA Training (SITHFAB021)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2026
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116)
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
Food Safety & RSA Training (SITHFAB021)
May 1, 2026 - May 19, 2026
Diploma of Screen and Media (CUA51020)
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (CUA41120)
July 1, 2024 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER005B - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026
PUAWER006B - Lead an emergency control organisation
July 1, 2019 - May 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

Skills

Experience Level