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I’m Shima Soltani, a graphic designer and photo retouching specialist with over ten years of experience in high-end photo retouching, branding, and digital design. I’m highly proficient in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, and I enjoy collaborating with studios, agencies, and freelance clients across Canada and internationally. I am reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
I have delivered branding, retouching, and digital design projects from concept to final delivery, including fashion e-commerce production, packaging design, and promotional materials. I thrive in fast-paced environments, coordinating with photographers, stylists, and production teams to ensure color accuracy, print-ready files, and brand consistency.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Persian
Fluent
Work Experience
Graphic Designer at Copy Concordia inc.
June 1, 2017 - September 22, 2025Graphic design work including photo retouching and layout using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign; over ten years of experience in photo retouch and graphic design.
Photo Retoucher at Jessar Company
February 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025Photo retouching; Photoshop, Illustrator.
Graphic Designer at Dollarama Art Department
April 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025Graphic design; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher
March 1, 2023 - September 22, 2025Photo retouching; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher and Graphic Designer
March 1, 2023 - PresentPhoto retouching and graphic design; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Graphic Designer at Copy Concordia inc.
June 1, 2017 - September 22, 2025Graphic design work using Photoshop and InDesign to create marketing materials and collateral.
Photo Retoucher at Jessar company
February 1, 2019 - September 22, 2025Photo retouching and image editing; using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Graphic Designer at Dollarama Art Department
April 1, 2020 - September 22, 2025Graphic design for retail packaging and displays; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher and Graphic Designer
March 1, 2023 - September 22, 2025Freelance photo retouching and graphic design; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Graphic Designer at SSENSE
March 1, 2023 - PresentGraphic design work; Photoshop and Bridge.
Graphic Designer at Copy Concordia Inc.
June 1, 2017 - October 12, 2025Graphic design and photo retouching for client projects using Photoshop and InDesign.
Photo Retoucher at Jessar Company
February 1, 2019 - October 12, 2025Photo retouching and editing; Photoshop, Illustrator.
Graphic Designer at Dollarama Art Department
April 1, 2020 - October 12, 2025Art department design work; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher at Freelance / Self-employed
March 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025Photo retouching and graphic design projects; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher and Graphic Designer at Self-employed / Freelance
March 1, 2023 - PresentFreelance photo retouching and graphic design work; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.
Photo Retoucher at SSENSE
May 1, 2020 - March 1, 2024Deliver branding, retouching, and digital design projects for diverse clients. Manage full project from concept to final delivery. Provide fast, high quality work with strong client satisfaction. Worked in the fashion e-commerce production team, handling high-volume photo editing and quality control. Retouched and prepared 250+ product images per day for online publication, ensuring consistency with SSENSE visual standards. Collaborated with photographers, stylists, and production team to maintain accurate color, texture, and product details. Ensured fast turnaround while meeting strict deadlines in a high-pressure environment. Contributed to smooth production workflow by identifying issues and maintaining high visual accuracy.
Graphic Designer and Photo Retoucher at Dollarama art department
March 1, 2019 - April 1, 2020Designed and updated product packaging across multiple categories, working directly with die-lines to ensure accurate layout and print-ready files. Created logos, icons, and branding elements for Dollarama private label products. Integrated and retouched product photos for packaging, ensuring clean cutouts, color accuracy, and consistent presentation. Prepared final artwork for mass production, verifying bleed, color profiles, and technical specifications. Collaborated with the packaging, marketing, and production teams to meet brand standards.
Graphic Designer and Photo Retoucher at Jessar company
July 1, 2017 - February 1, 2019Designed product packaging for multiple products, working directly with die-lines to create accurate, print-ready layouts. Designed magazine-style promotional content, catalogs and marketing materials to present product collections in a clear, visually appealing format. Uploaded and managed product listings on the company website, maintaining consistent visual standards and organized digital assets.
Graphic Designer at Freelance / Self-employed
March 1, 2024 - PresentDeliver branding, retouching, and digital design projects for diverse clients. Manage full project from concept to final delivery. Designed and updated packaging, product catalogs, and promotional content; created logos and branding elements. Uploaded and managed product listings on company website; maintained consistent visual standards and organized digital assets.
Education
DEP in Computer Graphics at Rosemount Technology Centre
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Certificate of Web Page Design at Instructor Training Center & Technical and Vocational Researches
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Certificate of Photoshop at Tehran Institute Of Technology
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Software Engineering at Ferdowsi/Bahar University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Certificate of Drawing and Poster Design at Noorbakhsh Institute
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000DEP at Rosemount Technology Centre
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Certificate of Web Page Design at Instructor Training Center & Technical and Vocational Researches, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Certificate of Photoshop at Tehran Institute Of Technology, Iran
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Software Engineering at Ferdowsi/Bahar University, Mashad, Iran
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Certificate of Drawing and Poster Design at Noorbakhsh Institute, Iran
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000DEP in Computer Graphics at Rosemount Technology Centre, Montreal, Canada
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Certificate of Web Page Design at Instructor Training Center & Technical and Vocational Researches, Tehran, Iran
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Certificate of Photoshop at Tehran Institute Of Technology, Iran
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Software Engineering at Ferdowsi/Bahar University, Mashad, Iran
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Certificate of Drawing and Poster Design at Noorbakhsh Institute, Iran
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000DEP in Computer Graphics at Rosemount Technology Centre
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Certificate of Web Page Design at Tehran Institute of Technology
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013Certificate of Photoshop at Tehran Institute of Technology
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010Bachelor of Software Engineering at Ferdowsi-Bahar University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009Certificate of Poster Design at Noorbakhsh Art Institute
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Qualifications
Certificate of Web Page Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Certificate of Photoshop
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011DEP in Computer Graphics
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Certificate of Web Page Design
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012Certificate of Photoshop
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Bachelor of Software Engineering
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009Certificate of Drawing and Poster Design
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000Graphic Design Software Instructor (Photoshop & Illustrator)
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other
Experience Level
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