Lisa Szymanski

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I'm a seasoned leader and problem solver with expertise in digital high-end retouching, printing, web development, and post-production.

About

I’m a seasoned leader and problem solver with expertise in digital high-end retouching, printing, web development, and post-production. I drive accuracy, brand consistency, efficiency, and creativity from concept through delivery.

I blend strategic thinking with hands-on execution, collaborating with photographers, designers, and clients to deliver top-quality work across digital and print media.

  • Joined March 2026

Languages

  • GermanBeginner
  • FrenchBeginner
  • Spanish; CastilianBeginner

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 7 roles

Freelance Retoucher · Self-Employed (Lisa Szymanski)Feb 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 10 mos

Retouching, color correcting, file management and delivery.

Digital Retoucher · Premier PressJul 2020 – Feb 2023 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Retouching, color-correction, project management, creating standard operating procedures, working directly with clients, photographers, designers, and other stakeholders, image file management, studio operations management, action scripting, final file creation and automation.

Post-Production Director · Straub CollaborativeApr 2019 – Feb 2020 · 11 mos

Supervised 15 post-production employees, responsible for recruiting, training, reviews, scheduling, budget reports, creating estimates, and negotiating contracts with outside vendors to increase profitability. Our clients included Adidas, Reebok, and New Balance.

Lead Image Editor · NikeSep 2017 – Mar 2018 · 7 mos
Senior Retoucher · Splash Worldwide (Jellyfish)Oct 2010 – Aug 2017 · 6 yrs 11 mos
Retoucher · Quad GraphicsAug 2004 – Sep 2010 · 6 yrs 2 mos
Prepress Director · Time4 Media Inc.Jul 2002 – Jul 2004 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

BS in Print Media · Rochester Institute of Technology2030 – 2026
MBA Courses · California State University, Dominguez Hills2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Other Coursework2030 – 2026

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