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I am Paola Mombrini, a photo retoucher and visual designer with a strong background in image post-production for editorial, fashion, and visual communication. I bring a precise, structured approach to editing, focusing on color accuracy, natural skin tones, and high-quality output for print and digital media.
I have collaborated with premium clients and editors, handling photography, retouching, and prepress tasks from concept through delivery. I thrive on clean, minimal visuals that reinforce a cohesive visual identity, and I enjoy coordinating with clients to adapt content across formats and platforms.
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Italian
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Work Experience
Freelance Photographer and Graphic Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - November 10, 2025Freelance visual content creator and photographer. International event photography (Milan Fashion Week, Venice Film Festival, Locarno Film Festival, Maserati Winter Tour, Sanremo Music Festival) and the design and development of complete visual identities (logos, catalogs, brochures, packaging, digital mockups).
Photolithography and Photo Retouching at Clichè Offset, Milan
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Photolithography and photographic post-production. Layout and graphic preparation of editorial and advertising materials with complete management of the pre-press phase (file control, finalization for offset and digital). Photographic post-production for Condé Nast Italia (Vogue Italia, Vogue Uomo, Vogue Gioiello, Vanity Fair).
Volunteer – Visual Communication at Croce Rossa Svizzera (CRS)
January 1, 2026 - PresentCreation of graphic and communication materials; Layout of official magazine; Visual content for events; Support for visual communication and merchandising
Graphic Designer & Photographer – Freelance at Self-employed (Freelance) – Switzerland / Italy
January 1, 2018 - PresentPhotography and image post-production; Photo retouching and image optimization for editorial, web, social media; Project management and direct communication with clients; Adaptation and consistency of visual content across formats
Assistant Graphic Designer (Internship) at CISA – Locarno
January 1, 2025 - PresentCreation of promotional materials (posters, flyers); Production of multimedia and video content; Support for communication and cultural events
Graphic Prepress Specialist & Photo Retoucher at Clichè Offset, Milan
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2018Professional retouching for beauty, fashion and editorial images; Post-production for editorial clients (Condé Nast Italia); Color management with certified print proofs; Preparation of high-resolution (Hi-Res) files; Image optimization for offset and digital printing; Final quality control before print
Graphic Prepress Specialist & Photo Retoucher at Adda Officine Grafiche S.p.A.
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2006Professional retouching (beauty, fashion, editorial); Color correction and color management; File preparation for print; Prepress workflow management
Sales Assistant & Store Support at Italy
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 2000Customer service and sales activities; Store organization and product display; Cash desk operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Comunication at SUPSI, Mendrisio (CH)
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025SEO, Creative and Persuasive Copywriting & Google Ads (+ practical AI applications) at ABE A, Milan
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025AI Specialist for Digital Marketing, SEO Copywriter and Content Creator at ABE A, Milan
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025Tecnico della grafica pubblicitaria at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milan
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995Bachelor of Arts in Comunicazione visiva at SUPSI, Mendrisio
January 1, 2025 - April 12, 2026Tecnico della grafica pubblicitaria at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milano
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1995Maturità Professionale at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milano
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1995Qualifications
SSM Press Card (Switzerland) – Registered as Media Professional
January 1, 2022 - November 10, 2025SEO, Copywriting & Google Ads certificate
September 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025AI Specialist for Digital Marketing, SEO Copywriter and Content Creator
October 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Other, Professional Services
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