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I am a hardworking, driven creative with exceptional technical skills in retouching, digital media and photography. I thrive in busy environments and thoroughly enjoy helping others, whether colleagues or clients. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I am eager to learn and experiment, and I can build rapport with anyone. I am punctual and possess strong self-management ability, but also excel as part of a team. I have travelled around Australia and NZ freelancing however I am now seeking a more stable position in the UK so I can settle there and continue delivering high-quality imagery and retouching work for brands and clients.…I am a hardworking, driven creative with exceptional technical skills in retouching, digital media and photography. I thrive in busy environments and thoroughly enjoy helping others, whether colleagues or clients. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I am eager to learn and experiment, and I can build rapport with anyone. I am punctual and possess strong self-management ability, but also excel as part of a team. I have travelled around Australia and NZ freelancing however I am now seeking a more stable position in the UK so I can settle there and continue delivering high-quality imagery and retouching work for brands and clients.

Natalie Louise Bacon

Photographer, Image Editor, Photoshop Editor, +1

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I am a hardworking, driven creative with exceptional technical skills in retouching, digital media and photography. I thrive in busy environments and thoroughly enjoy helping others, whether colleagues or clients. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I am eager to learn and experiment, and I can build rapport with anyone. I am punctual and possess strong self-management ability, but also excel as part of a team. I have travelled around Australia and NZ freelancing however I am now seeking a more stable position in the UK so I can settle there and continue delivering high-quality imagery and retouching work for brands and clients.…I am a hardworking, driven creative with exceptional technical skills in retouching, digital media and photography. I thrive in busy environments and thoroughly enjoy helping others, whether colleagues or clients. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I am eager to learn and experiment, and I can build rapport with anyone. I am punctual and possess strong self-management ability, but also excel as part of a team. I have travelled around Australia and NZ freelancing however I am now seeking a more stable position in the UK so I can settle there and continue delivering high-quality imagery and retouching work for brands and clients.

Available to hire

I am a hardworking, driven creative with exceptional technical skills in retouching, digital media and photography. I thrive in busy environments and thoroughly enjoy helping others, whether colleagues or clients. I have excellent interpersonal skills and I am eager to learn and experiment, and I can build rapport with anyone. I am punctual and possess strong self-management ability, but also excel as part of a team.
I have travelled around Australia and NZ freelancing however I am now seeking a more stable position in the UK so I can settle there and continue delivering high-quality imagery and retouching work for brands and clients.

Skills

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

E-commerce Image Retoucher at Vivienne Westwood

January 1, 2022 - December 30, 2023

Retouched e-commerce model, clothing, jewellery and mannequin images to an exceptional standard within tight deadlines. Managed retouching team for SS23 sunglasses online e-commerce campaign and performed beauty retouching for SS22 campaign. Colour matched garments/products. Followed quality control guidelines and feedback. Created clipping paths, comping, and masks for non-destructive editing. Suggested new retouching and photography processes to increase workflow efficiency. Managed image organisation.

Photography/Retouching Coordinator at Fenwick

September 1, 2020 - December 30, 2021

Managed external retouching teams and quality checked all imagery. Retouched and refined images using Photoshop, creating efficiency actions. Organised and maintained the Fenwick DAM imagery system. Developed refined retouching workflow processes increasing weekly image uploads from hundreds to thousands. Coordinated Fenwick E-Commerce photoshoots including model casting, product management and team leadership. Built strong rapport among teams and stakeholders. Created internal/external imagery guideline PDFs. Skilled in Looklet creator software for CGI photoshoots. Met deadlines under pressure.

Digital Media Assistant at The Wedding Shop

March 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020

Managed online presentation of e-commerce brand Blush and Blue. Retouched all imagery including lifestyle and product cut-outs. Wrote creative brand/product copy. Retouched product photos to meet website specifications and customer appeal. Solved problems by independently learning and sharing new skills/techniques. Worked alone and with wider product team to meet tight deadlines. Trained team members in Photoshop and updated them on latest programs. Oversaw technical aspects of photoshoots including colour correction and lighting. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure high-quality work.

Volunteer Expedition Manager / Photographer at Raleigh International Nepal

September 1, 2018 - December 30, 2018

Photographed the charity's work in Nepal for advertising campaigns. Retouched images on site within tight deadlines for web and print. Completed videography and editing with PremierPro. Managed social media channels creating engaging content. Led communications team ensuring deadline compliance.

Photographic Retail Assistant at Wessex Photographic

March 1, 2016 - July 30, 2018

Worked closely with clients including elderly and vulnerable on personal retouching projects such as image restoration. Collaborated with local artists and photographers to ensure print quality with accurate colour matching. Self-taught Photoshop skills to enhance retouching work. Learned new skills and problem solved daily.

Retoucher at Freelance

December 30, 2023 - Present

Was working as a self employed Freelance Retoucher whist travelling in New Zealand and Australia for companies both in the UK and across the pond