Hi, I'm Maizie Gilbert, an advanced Photoshop retoucher and creative asset manager with extensive experience working with high volumes of images across both print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where I can contribute my multitasking skills and keen eye for detail. I enjoy helping clients and teams achieve the perfect visual representation through expert retouching and color management. I have worked with a variety of clients from individuals to large retail brands, leading retouching teams and managing creative assets effectively. Whether working remotely or on-site, I am passionate about ensuring pixel-perfect results and maintaining strict quality control standards throughout the production process.

Maizie Gilbert

Hi, I'm Maizie Gilbert, an advanced Photoshop retoucher and creative asset manager with extensive experience working with high volumes of images across both print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where I can contribute my multitasking skills and keen eye for detail. I enjoy helping clients and teams achieve the perfect visual representation through expert retouching and color management. I have worked with a variety of clients from individuals to large retail brands, leading retouching teams and managing creative assets effectively. Whether working remotely or on-site, I am passionate about ensuring pixel-perfect results and maintaining strict quality control standards throughout the production process.

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Hi, I’m Maizie Gilbert, an advanced Photoshop retoucher and creative asset manager with extensive experience working with high volumes of images across both print and digital platforms. I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where I can contribute my multitasking skills and keen eye for detail. I enjoy helping clients and teams achieve the perfect visual representation through expert retouching and color management.

I have worked with a variety of clients from individuals to large retail brands, leading retouching teams and managing creative assets effectively. Whether working remotely or on-site, I am passionate about ensuring pixel-perfect results and maintaining strict quality control standards throughout the production process.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Digital Imaging Coach at Private individuals
January 1, 2018 - Present
Worked with individuals in their homes or via Zoom to organize digital photos, retouched images for clients, and created photo albums to be published for hard copy distribution.
Photo Retoucher (Contract- Project-based retouching roles) at Old Navy, Title Nine, CreativeDrive, Banana Republic, Creative Circle
January 1, 2018 - Present
Retouched clothing, accessories, products, and models for editorial and ecommerce photography. Led color reviews with art directors and product developers to ensure accurate product representation. Role required expert retouching skills, DAM system fluency, and client communication.
Photo Retoucher / Brand Lead at Restoration Hardware: RH Baby & Child, Core Textiles and Core Décor
December 31, 2018 - July 17, 2025
Performed pixel perfect retouching and product to onscreen color matching. Led a retouching team of 20+ to meet campaign launch deadlines. Managed color reviews and acted as liaison between retouching team, art directors, and product developers.
Photo Retoucher / Brand Lead at Quad Graphics, Inc.: Pottery Barn Kids
December 31, 2014 - July 17, 2025
Created Photoshop composites and adjusted color for seasonal and holiday print catalogs. Conducted regular color review meetings with the art director. Led press checks for catalogs at Quad Graphics Press in Hartford, WI.
Consultant Production Artist at Walmart.com
December 31, 2012 - July 17, 2025
Processed product and market imagery by executing Photoshop actions and scripts. Performed post-production retouching, cropping, resizing, and applied market messaging to product imagery. Tracked digital images throughout the life cycle ensuring proper site loading.
Digital Artist / Retoucher (Contract) at The Gap
December 31, 2011 - July 17, 2025
Met daily file quotas working on images of clothing and accessories requiring pathing, retouching, color correction, complete color shifts, and skin retouching. Worked in a deadline-driven environment requiring fast work pace.
Digital Printmaker at Electric Works (f.k.a. Trillium Press)
December 31, 2009 - July 17, 2025
Trusted printer to artists coordinating print editions and fine art book projects. Liaised with SF Arts Commission for the Art on Market Street Poster Series project showcasing artwork on bus kiosks. Led color proofing on Epson printers, managed team completion of projects, and oversaw client estimates, invoicing, and satisfaction.

Education

MFA Photography at California College of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
BA at San Francisco State University
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other