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.

Paola Mombrini

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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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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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer and Graphic Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - November 10, 2025
Freelance 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, 2018
Photolithography 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 - Present
Creation 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 - Present
Photography 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 - Present
Creation 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, 2018
Professional 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, 2006
Professional 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, 2000
Customer 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, 2025
SEO, Creative and Persuasive Copywriting & Google Ads (+ practical AI applications) at ABE A, Milan
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
AI Specialist for Digital Marketing, SEO Copywriter and Content Creator at ABE A, Milan
October 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Tecnico della grafica pubblicitaria at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milan
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1995
Bachelor of Arts in Comunicazione visiva at SUPSI, Mendrisio
January 1, 2025 - April 12, 2026
Tecnico della grafica pubblicitaria at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milano
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1995
Maturità Professionale at IIS Caterina da Siena, Milano
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

SSM Press Card (Switzerland) – Registered as Media Professional
January 1, 2022 - November 10, 2025
SEO, Copywriting & Google Ads certificate
September 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025
AI Specialist for Digital Marketing, SEO Copywriter and Content Creator
October 1, 2025 - November 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Other, Professional Services