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Hi, I’m Qiu Yang, a dedicated photographer and retoucher with extensive
experience in product and lifestyle image editing. I’ve worked in
fast-paced studio environments, managing photo shoots and ensuring
high-quality visuals for print and digital platforms. I thrive on
collaboration and enjoy contributing creative ideas to bring images to
life.
With over 15 years of experience in digital retouching and photography, I
have honed my skills in color correction, compositing, and styling,
working with diverse teams to deliver consistent, high-standard results.
I’m passionate about using my expertise to enhance visual storytelling and
maintain brand integrity across various media.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Work Experience
Photographer / Retoucher at Memoi/Infinity Classics, Linden, NJ
February 1, 2020 - PresentArrange set pieces, lighting, and backgrounds to meet certain standards. Photograph high-quality images for print and internet use. Select and alter photographic features such as backdrops and lighting. Assume duties of creative director by managing and producing photo shoots. Prepare products, sets, cameras, and computers for shoots; retouch images for production. Style and photograph merchandise according to brand standards in various setups including laydowns, sets, and on models. Use DSLR cameras for video content with limited editing. Collaborate with creative teams and color managers to establish color correction standards. Manage post-photography asset process, color matching, compositing, and retouching for web images. Handle image library management and ensure quality before uploading assets to digital asset management systems.
Retoucher at What Goes Around Comes Around, Jersey City, NJ
July 1, 2019 - July 16, 2025Managed post-photography asset process for web images, editing, reviewing, and providing markups. Ensured color consistency by matching product samples. Worked with high-volume image batches, resizing, cropping, and retouching according to style guidelines. Communicated with photographers and head of studio about workflow and deadlines. Performed beauty retouching, color correction, and compositing. Assisted photography specialist with shooting clothing and accessories for e-commerce catalogs and campaigns. Created retouching actions to expedite workflow. Collaborated with branding and marketing to deliver consistent high-quality work.
Digital Retoucher at Macys, Long Island City, NY
November 1, 2017 - July 16, 2025Color matched images for jewelry and products, performing complex image corrections. Edited product photography by creating clipping paths, shadows, reflections, and color adjustments to Pantone swatches. Removed blemishes and wrinkles on models using frequency separation. Handled high-volume retouching (up to 70 images daily). Supported digital shoots by collaborating with art directors. Calibrated monitors and printers, managed workflows, and automated repetitive tasks using actions and scripts. Prepared product shots for print and digital layouts according to art director specifications.
Digital Tech at Adorama, New York, NY
October 1, 2005 - July 16, 2025Set up and networked multiple computers for retouchers and photographers. Balanced color for digital backs using Phase One software to ensure efficient photo shoots. Calibrated monitors and printers. Printed proofs for photographers and prepared contact layouts. Assisted photographers with color management, image downloading, and print matching.
Studio Tech at Michael Thompson/Lux Studio, New York, NY
April 1, 2003 - July 16, 2025Received and organized scanned images post-retouch for magazine print and archiving. Managed image servers and sorted projects for advertising agencies. Calibrated monitors and generated print profiles to maintain color accuracy.
Photographer /Retoucher at Memoi/Infinity Classics, Linden, NJ
February 1, 2020 - PresentLed and managed photo shoots including arranging set pieces, lighting, and backgrounds to meet company standards. Responsible for photographing high-quality images suitable for print and internet distribution. Served as creative director managing and producing shoots, while prepping products, sets, cameras, and equipment. Specialized in retouching, color correction, and compositing multiple images for final production. Worked closely with color managers and creative teams to ensure color accuracy and brand consistency. Managed image libraries and post-shoot asset processes, maintaining high visual standards for online and print marketing materials.
Retoucher at What Goes Around Comes Around, Jersey City, NJ
July 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025Managed post photography asset processing for web images including retouching, resizing, cropping, and color matching to product samples. Maintained consistent retouching standards aligned with head of studio’s guidelines. Collaborated with photographers and creative teams to meet deadlines and improve workflow efficiency. Produced high-quality product images for ecommerce catalogues, social media campaigns, and marketing materials. Assisted in photo shoot setups to maintain consistent lighting and color, while creating workflows to expedite retouching tasks.
Digital Retoucher at Macys, Long Island City, NY
November 30, 2017 - July 16, 2025Performed complex image retouching including color matching for jewelry and apparel products. Managed high-volume daily production of images with up to 70 images per day. Utilized frequency separation and cloning techniques to enhance product and model images. Prepared files for printing with preflight checks and troubleshooting. Collaborated with art directors on layouts and managed project deadlines to ensure timely delivery. Calibrated monitors and printers to maintain accurate color representation and helped streamline workflows using automated actions and scripts.
Digital Tech at Adorama, New York, NY
October 31, 2005 - July 16, 2025Supported photographers with digital workflow setups including networked computers and color balance adjustments. Managed image downloads, print proofs, and assisted in maintaining calibrated viewing environments. Provided technical support for photo shoots and post-processing to ensure quality and efficiency, collaborating with photographers and using color management tools to achieve desired artistic results.
Studio Tech at Michael Thompson/Lux Studio, New York, NY
April 30, 2003 - July 16, 2025Received and archived scanned images for magazine print, organized photographic projects, and maintained image servers. Managed workflow between photographers and advertising agencies, ensuring timely delivery of projects. Calibrated monitors and generated print profiles to achieve optimal image quality for publication.
Photographer / Retoucher at Memoi/Infinity Classics
February 1, 2020 - PresentResponsible for arranging set pieces, lighting, and backgrounds to meet standards; photographing high-quality images for print and Internet; selecting and altering photographic features; managing and producing photo shoots. Prepared products, sets, cameras, and computers for photo-shoots and performed retouching for production. Styled and photographed merchandise in studio and on location. Used DSLR for video content capture with limited editing. Collaborated with creative teams, assisted with Capture One, and partnered with Color Manager to establish color standards. Managed post-photography asset processes, image library, retouching, color correction, and masking to ensure product images matched samples. Executed retouching for web images used in lookbooks, catalogs, social media, and ensured image quality before uploading to DAM.
Retoucher at What Goes Around Comes Around
July 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025Managed post photography asset process for web images; edited and reviewed images with senior management. Matched color to product samples ensuring consistency. Handled high volume of images with batch processing, resizing, cropping, and retouching. Utilized Photoshop knowledge including layers, paths, masks, color correction, and batch processing. Communicated with photographers and Head of Studio on workflow and deadlines. Retouched skin, color balance, sharpening, compositing, and ensured high-quality product and lifestyle images for social media campaigns, catalogs, and digital platforms. Collaborated with creative teams on workflow efficiency and photo shoot setups.
Digital Retoucher at Macys
November 30, 2017 - July 16, 2025Color matched images for jewelry and various products; performed complex image corrections such as cloning and fabric color adjustments. Edited product photography by creating clipping paths, drop shadows, reflections, and color adjustments to Pantone swatches. Removed blemishes and wrinkles from models; extended backgrounds per art director layouts. Produced up to 70 images daily in a high volume environment. Supported shoots by collaborating with art directors on layouts. Calibrated monitors and printers; automated workflow through actions and scripts. Utilized Illustrator logo files for product shot corrections. Managed project deadlines and priorities within the PDP on-figure workflow.
Digital Tech at Adorama
October 31, 2005 - July 16, 2025Set up multiple computers and networks for retoucher and photographer viewing; balanced color for digital backs using Phase One software to optimize photo shoot efficiency. Calibrated monitors and printers by creating custom profiles. Printed proofs to match photographers' artistic concepts. Downloaded images and prepared contact layouts for photographer selection. Assisted photographers with color management and technical support using color charts and software.
Studio Tech at Michael Thompson/Lux Studio
April 30, 2003 - July 16, 2025Received scanned images and managed archiving for magazine print. Maintained image servers and organized photos by date and project. Coordinated work flow between photographers and advertising agencies. Calibrated monitors for color accuracy and generated print profiles.
Photographer / Retoucher at What Goes Around Comes Around
February 1, 2020 - PresentFreelance photographer and retoucher responsible for arranging set pieces, lighting and backgrounds, and shooting high-quality images for print and online distribution. Styled and photographed incoming merchandise to ModCloth standards, managed on-set production, and handled post-production including color correction, compositing, and asset management. Collaborated with creative teams, prepared gear and studio space, and produced images for web and lookbooks. Coordinated with Color Manager to establish color correction standards; assisted with shoots on location when needed; organized color/processing room and reviewed images with senior management for approval.
Digital Retoucher at Macy's
November 1, 2017 - September 7, 2025Color-match jewelry and products; perform high-volume retouching (up to 120 images per day) including clipping paths, drop shadows, reflections, and color/texture adjustments. Edit lifestyle and product images for web, print, lookbooks, exclusives, e-letter, catalogs, social media. Calibrate monitors and manage color consistency across image assets; batch processing and asset workflow; coordinate with photography team and art director to deliver high-quality, on-brand images.
Digital Tech at Adorama
October 1, 2005 - September 7, 2025Set up multiple computers and networked them for retouchers and photographers; balance color for digital backs; calibrate monitors and printers; color management using Eye One and color charts; download images and prepare contact layouts; support photographers including notable artists; assist in color-critical workflows for proofing and final images.
Studio Tech at Michael Thompson / Lux Studio
April 1, 2003 - September 7, 2025Studio technician supporting photographers: manage workflow, sort and archive scanned images, maintain image servers, calibrate monitors and printers, and assist on shoots with color and lighting setups; liaise with advertising agencies and clients as needed.
Photographer / Retoucher (Freelance) at Dr Scholls/What Goes Around Comes Around
February 1, 2020 - PresentArrange set pieces, lighting, and backgrounds to meet standards; photograph high-quality images for print and internet; select and alter backdrops and lighting; assume duties of creative director by managing and producing photo shoots; prep products, sets, cameras, and computers for shoots; retouch for production; prepare, style, and photograph incoming merchandise per ModCloth standards; capture video content with DSLR and limited editing; determine desired images and composition; contribute creative ideas for lighting and design; organize color/processing room; assist Capture One; collaborate with creative teams to realize vision; partner with Color Manager to establish color correction standards; perform image compositing; adjust color to match product samples; manage post-photography asset process and swatch matching for web; maintain image library and approve final retouching for web use.
Retoucher at What Goes Around Comes Around
July 1, 2019 - October 3, 2025Manage post-photography asset process for web images; edit and review images with senior management; provide retouching markups; match color to actual product samples and ensure consistency across assets; perform high-volume batch editing; apply Photoshop/Content layer techniques; ensure still-life imagery meets high standards; collaborate with creative team and Art Directors to align with brand; assist in-house Photography Specialist with shooting clothing/accessories for e-commerce, guides, exclusives, social media; retouch for social media campaigns.
Digital Retoucher at Macy's
November 1, 2017 - October 3, 2025Color match images for jewelry; perform complex image work to correct product imperfections; create clipping paths, drop shadows, reflections, and adjust color to Pantone swatches; modify form factors; edit backgrounds, remove moire; high-volume retouching (up to ~70 images/day) for PDP; calibrate monitor and printer profiles; automate workflow with actions/scripts; collaborate with Art Directors to ensure consistent style; assist with shooting and layout workflows for figure/products; manage color and tools for on-brand presentation.
Digital Tech at Adorama
October 1, 2005 - October 3, 2025Set up multiple computers and networked them for retouchers and photographers; balance color for digital back using Phase One; calibrate monitors and printers; preflight, RIPs, and file transfers; download images and prepare contact layouts for selection; assist photographers (e.g., Ruven Afanidor, Ondrea Barbe) with color management using Eye One and color charts; ensure production-ready proofs and color accuracy.
Studio Tech at Michael Thompson / Lux Studio
April 1, 2003 - October 3, 2025Receive scanned images after retouching and prepare for magazine print; manage image server and project flow; calibrate monitors and generate print profiles; coordinate color calibration and file management for on-site shoots.
Education
Associate at New York City Technical College – New York
February 1, 1999 - July 16, 2025Associate at New York City Technical College – New York
February 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999Associate at New York City Technical College
February 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999Associate at New York City Technical College
February 1, 1999 - September 7, 2025Associate, Art and Advertising at New York City Technical College – New York
February 1, 1999 - October 3, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
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Expert
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Intermediate
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