I’m a luxury fashion photographer and imaging specialist based in London, with experience producing high-end commercial e-commerce imagery for luxury resellers and brands. I manage studio setup, lighting, styling, and full post-production workflows to elevate brand visual identity and drive online sales. I also support marketing and operations through content creation for social channels, customer and consignor support, and on-platform execution. With strong training in luxury goods authentication and detailed quality control, I combine aesthetics, accuracy, and workflow leadership to deliver consistent, premium results.

Tess Washburn

I’m a luxury fashion photographer and imaging specialist based in London, with experience producing high-end commercial e-commerce imagery for luxury resellers and brands. I manage studio setup, lighting, styling, and full post-production workflows to elevate brand visual identity and drive online sales. I also support marketing and operations through content creation for social channels, customer and consignor support, and on-platform execution. With strong training in luxury goods authentication and detailed quality control, I combine aesthetics, accuracy, and workflow leadership to deliver consistent, premium results.

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I’m a luxury fashion photographer and imaging specialist based in London, with experience producing high-end commercial e-commerce imagery for luxury resellers and brands. I manage studio setup, lighting, styling, and full post-production workflows to elevate brand visual identity and drive online sales.

I also support marketing and operations through content creation for social channels, customer and consignor support, and on-platform execution. With strong training in luxury goods authentication and detailed quality control, I combine aesthetics, accuracy, and workflow leadership to deliver consistent, premium results.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Photographer & Luxury Specialist (studio leadership and fashion photography) at Tespriaya (implied role from resume)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead studio and fashion photography for high-value luxury merchandise (Hermès, Chanel, Dior, and luxury brands). Cover editorial, flat lay, mannequin, and on-model/on-campaign imagery. Manage full photography and post-production workflows: studio lighting, Canon equipment usage, Adobe Creative Suite editing, file organization, and digital asset management. Create social media and marketing content across TikTok, WhatsApp channels, and other digital platforms while coordinating uploads through WordPress. Trained in luxury goods authentication (Entrupy) with rigorous condition and authenticity assessments, ensuring accurate and consistent listings. Manage and onboard a small creative team, maintain content/photography standards, and collaborate with emerging AI technology companies to improve creative and business workflows. Provide consignor and customer support via email/phone, resolve issues, and support live-stream shopping operations by coordinating behind-the-scenes production and
Authenticator and Photographer at Cudon i (implied from resume as “Cudon i”)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Served as luxury goods authenticator and photographer for a startup luxury apparel resale brand specializing in product authentication and valuation. Conducted market and competitive pricing research to establish resale values for selected luxury items. Produced product and studio photography for e-commerce, marketing, and brand campaigns; assisted with campaign shoots and new product launches for high-quality visual presentation. Supported daily operations and inventory management to improve efficient product intake, organization, and processing.
Freelance Photographer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Freelance photography across interiors, editorial, fashion, events, portrait, and commercial work. Experience includes leading creative shoots from concept through execution, sourcing models, and coordinating hair and makeup. Additional experience includes photographing London Fashion Week and catwalk shows, publishing in magazines, interior styling for design shoots in Montreal (Canada), and producing photo retouching and video photography.

Education

BA (Hons) Fashion Photography at Falmouth University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Design & Colour 113 (College course credit) at Kendall College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
Introduction to Digital Photography (course) at Lansing Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop certification/training (additional certifications mentioned)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
Adobe After Effects certification/training (additional certifications mentioned)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026
Adobe Premiere Pro certification/training (additional certifications mentioned)
January 11, 2030 - August 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Education, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Education