I am a creative and technical video editing professional with extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere. I provide photography and video services using Nikon and Canon cameras for high-quality captures. I excel at capturing and editing compelling visual stories for diverse clients. I have led imaging services for agencies and studios, developed new retouching techniques, and trained teams to improve workflow and output. I am passionate about content creation and delivering engaging visuals for platforms like YouTube and social media.

Kristen Grundy

I am a creative and technical video editing professional with extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere. I provide photography and video services using Nikon and Canon cameras for high-quality captures. I excel at capturing and editing compelling visual stories for diverse clients. I have led imaging services for agencies and studios, developed new retouching techniques, and trained teams to improve workflow and output. I am passionate about content creation and delivering engaging visuals for platforms like YouTube and social media.

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I am a creative and technical video editing professional with extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere. I provide photography and video services using Nikon and Canon cameras for high-quality captures. I excel at capturing and editing compelling visual stories for diverse clients.

I have led imaging services for agencies and studios, developed new retouching techniques, and trained teams to improve workflow and output. I am passionate about content creation and delivering engaging visuals for platforms like YouTube and social media.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Photo Retoucher at Kristen Grundy Photography
June 1, 2017 - Present
Provided high-volume photo retouching for high-profile clients (Rothy’s, Levi’s, Colorhythm, The Post Shop, etc.), created composites, batch processed imagery, and developed new retouching techniques to improve image quality and client satisfaction.
Freelance Photographer / Videographer at Kristen Grundy Photography
January 1, 2009 - Present
Delivered photography and video services, produced personal art photography and films, and edited videos in Adobe Premiere with royalty-free music, optimizing content for YouTube.
Manager of Imaging Services / Senior Retoucher / Project Manager at Colorhythm
June 1, 2011 - June 1, 2017
Created Photoshop actions and automations to improve efficiency; developed and implemented advanced retouching techniques; trained the post-production team; led QC initiatives and established workflow processes.
Photography Intern at Cao Studios
September 1, 2012 - December 1, 2012
Assisted on lifestyle, food, product, and interior shoots; managed studio and location gear; retouched images and performed color matching; contributed to client projects.
Photography Intern at RockBridge Productions
January 1, 2012 - May 1, 2012
Provided set photography for video shoots; shot and retouched team portraits; created composites to enhance visual storytelling and brand consistency.
Recruiter at Fleischman Field Research
March 1, 2010 - August 1, 2012
Screened and scheduled respondents for market research studies; prepared respondents for study groups; managed multiple projects concurrently.
Bookkeeper / Accounts Receivable at Merchandising Service of America
July 1, 2004 - December 1, 2008
Logged sales and invoices, maintained accounts receivable records, processed online transactions, prepared deposits, and photographed products for the website to support online sales.

Education

BFA at Academy of Art University
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
AS at Daytona State College
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
BFA at Academy of Art University
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
AS in Photographic Technology at Daytona State College
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026

Qualifications

Adobe Photoshop CC Certified Expert (ACE)
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026
Adobe Photoshop CC Certified Expert (ACE)
January 11, 2030 - February 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education