I am a highly skilled and experienced Senior Retoucher with over 20 years in the photographic industry. I excel at developing and managing efficient retouching workflows, maintaining organized file structures, and delivering high-quality imagery that meets brand standards. Collaboration is key in my work, and I regularly coordinate with production teams to ensure deadlines are met and creative briefs are fulfilled. I have a strong understanding of colour correction, image composition, and advanced retouching techniques. I also enjoy innovating high-volume workflows to maintain precision and quality. Beyond retouching, I am proficient in creating GIFs and motion edits, which has allowed me to support high-profile client campaigns and exhibitions.

Paul Hurren

I am a highly skilled and experienced Senior Retoucher with over 20 years in the photographic industry. I excel at developing and managing efficient retouching workflows, maintaining organized file structures, and delivering high-quality imagery that meets brand standards. Collaboration is key in my work, and I regularly coordinate with production teams to ensure deadlines are met and creative briefs are fulfilled. I have a strong understanding of colour correction, image composition, and advanced retouching techniques. I also enjoy innovating high-volume workflows to maintain precision and quality. Beyond retouching, I am proficient in creating GIFs and motion edits, which has allowed me to support high-profile client campaigns and exhibitions.

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I am a highly skilled and experienced Senior Retoucher with over 20 years in the photographic industry. I excel at developing and managing efficient retouching workflows, maintaining organized file structures, and delivering high-quality imagery that meets brand standards. Collaboration is key in my work, and I regularly coordinate with production teams to ensure deadlines are met and creative briefs are fulfilled.

I have a strong understanding of colour correction, image composition, and advanced retouching techniques. I also enjoy innovating high-volume workflows to maintain precision and quality. Beyond retouching, I am proficient in creating GIFs and motion edits, which has allowed me to support high-profile client campaigns and exhibitions.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Retoucher at Genesis Imaging, London
February 28, 2003 - February 2, 2025
Oversaw the retouching workflow, ensuring image quality, accuracy, and brand consistency across high-volume projects. Collaborated with Photography Producer, Assistant Producer, and Retouch Manager to match images to samples, manage file naming, and handle the image sign-off process. Maintained organised file structures and implemented quality control protocols. Produced color-critical imagery for exhibitions and high-profile client campaigns. Communicated project status and workloads proactively with team members. Created GIFs and motion edits and responded to ad-hoc retouching and artwork requests during busy periods.
Senior Retoucher at Genesis Imaging, London
February 28, 2023 - July 20, 2025
Oversaw the retouching workflow to ensure image quality, accuracy, and brand consistency across high-volume projects. Collaborated closely with Photography Producers, Assistant Producers, and Retouch Managers to match images to samples, manage file naming, and oversee the image sign-off process. Maintained organized file structures and implemented quality control protocols. Specialized in colour-critical imagery production for exhibitions and high-profile client campaigns. Provided proactive communication of project status and workloads to team members to ensure timely delivery. Additionally created GIFs, motion edits, and responded to ad-hoc retouching and artwork requests during busy periods.

Education

GCSE at Ashmole School, London
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
GCSE at Ashmole School, London
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1998
GCSEs at Ashmole School, London
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 1999

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other