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With over a decade in production and marketing, I blend analytical and creative skills. My work ethic thrives in collaboration, with a specialism in Photoshop and a keen eye for detail.
I’m known for strong communication, organizational skills, and adaptability in fast-paced environments, ensuring efficiency and high-quality outcomes. My commitment to excellence drives me to produce work that I take great pride in continually. Basically, I make cool sh*t so you can love the way your brand shows up.
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Work Experience
Owner, Director, CEO at Andrews Artistry
January 1, 2013 - PresentDirector, Photographer, Designer, and Retoucher
• Working for companies as a freelance artist, often off-site.
• Offer a wide spectrum of visual services including photography, videography, design, and retouching work
• Larger projects include pre-planning, art direction, photography/video, post production and file formatting
Clients include Radio Flyer, Century Link, GTT, Kistler Records, Orchesis Dance Company, and Airborne Gymnastics, among others.
view examples of this work in my portfolio: www.andrewsartistry.com
Director, Photographer, Designer, and Retoucher • Working for companies as a freelance artist, often off-site. • Offer a wide spectrum of visual services including photography, videography, design, and retouching work • Larger projects include pre-planning, art direction, photography/video, post production and file formatting Clients include Radio Flyer, Century Link, GTT, Kistler Records, Orchesis Dance Company, and Airborne Gymnastics, among others. view examples of this work in my portfolio: www.andrewsartistry.com
Skills: Photo Retouching · Branding & Identity · Digital Compositing · Commercial Photography · Graphic Design
Freelance Retoucher & Finishing Artist at Starz
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024• Retouching thousands of images for digital, print, and OOH executions, along with contributing to key art and gallery compositions to support Marketing and Creative Services teams
• Color correcting, tone matching, clean up and composite work for shows such as Party Down, Step Up, Dangerous Liasons, Ghost and Outlander
• Retouching thousands of images for digital, print, and OOH executions, along with contributing to key art and gallery compositions to support Marketing and Creative Services teams • Color correcting, tone matching, clean up and composite work for shows such as Party Down, Step Up, Dangerous Liasons, Ghost and Outlander
Skills: Photo Retouching · Digital Compositing
Photo Manager & Senior Retoucher at Craftsy (formerly Bluprint)
September 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020• Started off as Senior Retoucher and left the company as the Photo Director, while continuing to maintain my workload of retouching.
• Created templated PSD files to make quick work of color changing for products.
• As manager of the team, I created an environment of growth and ownership so that each member would be encouraged to do their most creative work.
• Organized work from home for each team member during COVID, orchestrated a studio move amidst several changes in leadership. And we didn’t miss a single deadline.
• Helped identify brand imagery during transition from Craftsy (arts and crafts focused) to Bluprint (learn it make it). Used marketing testing and social metrics to determine what type of imagery was most successful.
• We went from 60 completed requests in the month February of 2019 to 147 completed requests in the month of October 2019, and we had cut 2 freelance photographers during that time.
• Started off as Senior Retoucher and left the company as the Photo Director, while continuing to maintain my workload of retouching. • Created templated PSD files to make quick work of color changing for products. • As manager of the team, I created an environment of growth and ownership so that each member would be encouraged to do their most creative work. • Organized work from home for each team member during COVID, orchestrated a studio move amidst several changes in leadership. And we didn’t miss a single deadline. • Helped identify brand imagery during transition from Craftsy (arts and crafts focused) to Bluprint (learn it make it). Used marketing testing and social metrics to determine what type of imagery was most successful. • We went from 60 completed requests in the month February of 2019 to 147 completed requests in the month of October 2019, and we had cut 2 freelance photographers during that time.
Skills: Photo Retouching · Digital Compositing · Commercial Photography
Digital Photo Retoucher at Shane Co.
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2018• Created processes to make retouching more flexible ie designers could move products into any other image without requests.
• Developed such a strong eye for color matching that I was the only one Bobbi Shane trusted to do one of a kind gemstones.
• Researched and created a system for retouchers to act as digital techs on set as needed, using an iPad with a wireless transfer of images from the camera.
• Quickly and efficiently worked through the entire back catalog of product to update to new, more realistic, standards.
• Collaborated with other members of marketing to develop campaign concepts, which were presented to leadership. One of the concepting groups I worked with also kick started the first LGBTQIA+ focused campaign for Pride month.
www.shaneco.com
• Created processes to make retouching more flexible ie designers could move products into any other image without requests. • Developed such a strong eye for color matching that I was the only one Bobbi Shane trusted to do one of a kind gemstones. • Researched and created a system for retouchers to act as digital techs on set as needed, using an iPad with a wireless transfer of images from the camera. • Quickly and efficiently worked through the entire back catalog of product to update to new, more realistic, standards. • Collaborated with other members of marketing to develop campaign concepts, which were presented to leadership. One of the concepting groups I worked with also kick started the first LGBTQIA+ focused campaign for Pride month. www.shaneco.com
Skills: Photo Retouching · Digital Compositing
Owner & Director at Andrews Artistry
January 1, 2015 - November 22, 2025As CEO, Creative Director, and multi-discipline artist at Andrews Artistry, I lead a digital production studio focusing on elevating brand imagery through expert retouching, digital artistry, and photography. We blend photography, videography, design, and stop motion to craft brand narratives for clients such as Radio Flyer, Soona, Fancy Tiger Crafts, Boppy, Wit and West, Metro Vein Center, and Cover Girl. Our services span from pre-production planning through post-production, including art direction, production, editing, and precise file formatting, with a focus on intricate composites, finishing art, and photo animation.
Creative & Managing Director at Feel the Beat
August 1, 2022 - November 22, 2025Creative lead for Feel the Beat, a nonprofit dance studio. Directed all creative strategy and execution to ensure accessible and inclusive dance experiences. Orchestrated virtual performances, overseeing video production and editing; completed photo and video shoots to bolster marketing projects; developed a training platform for instructors; refreshed brand identity with a brand guide; generated content for social media campaigns and various marketing initiatives; managed website design and functionality.
Photo Retoucher & Finishing Artist at Starz Entertainment
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024At Starz, I collaborated with the retouching team to create engaging visuals for marketing and streaming services, enhancing the company’s reputation for high-quality entertainment content. Completed retouching thousands of images for digital, print, and out-of-home (OOH) campaigns. Contributed to key art composites and gallery compositions to support Marketing and Creative Services. Tasks included color correcting, tone matching, clean-up, and composite work for shows such as Party Down, Step Up, Dangerous Liaisons, Shining Vale, Ghost, Minx, Run the World, and Outlander.
Photo Lead & Senior Photo Retoucher at Craftsy
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020As Photo Lead & Senior Photo Retoucher at Craftsy (formerly Bluprint, NBC), advanced from Senior Retoucher to Photo Lead, consistently managing a full retouching workload and driving the visual content quality for a leading online craft education platform. Drove efficiencies by templating color-changing product files and increased the photo team’s output by 250%. Successfully transitioned assets to a new Digital Asset Management system after extensive evaluation. Fostered development and accountability among team members through leadership and mentorship. Managed the studio’s relocation and transition to remote work during COVID-19, ensuring deadlines were met without disruption.
Education
BFA at California Polytechnic State University
June 10, 2011Concentration in Photography and Digital Imaging
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Design at State University
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2011Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Other, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet
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