I am a hardworking and creative professional with a great eye for detail. I have a strong work ethic and amazing follow-through. I'm an effective team player known for leadership, flexibility, and a sense of humor. Highly motivated, I excel in both corporate and freelance positions. I collaborate closely with lead photographers to deliver memorable event photography, edit and retouch photos for visual consistency, and design cohesive and impactful albums showcasing unique client stories. I specialize in advanced retouching including color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation, ensuring timely delivery and positive client feedback.

Melissa Flores Gant

I am a hardworking and creative professional with a great eye for detail. I have a strong work ethic and amazing follow-through. I'm an effective team player known for leadership, flexibility, and a sense of humor. Highly motivated, I excel in both corporate and freelance positions. I collaborate closely with lead photographers to deliver memorable event photography, edit and retouch photos for visual consistency, and design cohesive and impactful albums showcasing unique client stories. I specialize in advanced retouching including color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation, ensuring timely delivery and positive client feedback.

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I am a hardworking and creative professional with a great eye for detail. I have a strong work ethic and amazing follow-through. I’m an effective team player known for leadership, flexibility, and a sense of humor. Highly motivated, I excel in both corporate and freelance positions.

I collaborate closely with lead photographers to deliver memorable event photography, edit and retouch photos for visual consistency, and design cohesive and impactful albums showcasing unique client stories. I specialize in advanced retouching including color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation, ensuring timely delivery and positive client feedback.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer / Album Designer at Innis Casey Photography at Valley Village
July 1, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Edited and retouched photos for visual consistency; Designed cohesive and impactful albums showcasing unique client stories; Implemented advanced post-processing techniques to preserve visual consistency; Captured energy and beauty of events; Elevated professional quality of final deliverables.
Retoucher at Theo & Juliet Photography
September 1, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated with clients and photographers to understand specific requirements; Utilized advanced retouching techniques to enhance photo quality; Specialized in color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation; Employed precision and attention to detail in retouching process; Enhanced overall visual appeal of photos through meticulous editing.
Freelance Retoucher at Kaiser Permanente at Pasadena
January 1, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Improved digital imagery using advanced retouching techniques; Ensured brand consistency across medical marketing materials; Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines; Managed multiple projects simultaneously; Maintained high-quality standards for all retouched images.
General Manager at Reproductions at Universal City
October 1, 2017 - July 19, 2025
Managed client relationships and satisfaction; Acquired and maintained photographer accounts; Developed and implemented sales strategies; Spearheaded business transformation initiatives; Established video department for auditions on demand; Implemented online gallery system for client branding; Generated $85,000 in additional revenue in the first year.
Photographer/Assistant at Kerry Kara Photography
January 1, 2004 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated with senior photographers to capture events and manage file processing and archiving; Conducted wedding photography featured in Los Angeles Magazine and Modern Bride; Assisted in various aspects of photography projects; Contributed to successful event documentation; Ensured high-quality photographic output.
Photographer at Collage Ensemble at Los Angeles
January 1, 2002 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated on creative projects to enhance team synergy and communication; Contributed to the collective artistic vision of the inter-ethnic arts collective; Engaged in the creation of environments, live presentations, and artworks to promote social understanding; Developed and implemented alternative perspectives through art; Fostered an inclusive and diverse artistic environment.
Photography Intern at Metro Art at Los Angeles
September 1, 2000 - July 19, 2025
Organized and catalogued photo collections for public art projects in MTA Metro stations; Managed press inquiries, requests, and custom photographic print orders; Conducted educational outreach related to photography archives; Assisted with event photography and multimedia projects.
Photographer / Album Designer at Innis Casey Photography at Valley Village
July 1, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Edited and retouched photos for visual consistency. Designed cohesive and impactful albums showcasing unique client stories. Implemented advanced post-processing techniques to preserve visual consistency. Captured energy and beauty of events. Elevated professional quality of final deliverables.
Retoucher at Theo & Juliet Photography
September 1, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated with clients and photographers to understand specific requirements. Utilized advanced retouching techniques to enhance photo quality. Specialized in color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation. Employed precision and attention to detail in retouching process. Enhanced overall visual appeal of photos through meticulous editing.
Freelance Retoucher at Kaiser Permanente at Pasadena
January 1, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Improved digital imagery using advanced retouching techniques. Ensured brand consistency across medical marketing materials. Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines. Managed multiple projects simultaneously. Maintained high-quality standards for all retouched images.
General Manager at Reproductions at Universal City
October 1, 2017 - July 19, 2025
Handled client relationship management and satisfaction. Acquired and maintained photographer accounts. Developed and implemented sales strategies. Spearheaded business transformation initiatives. Established video department for auditions on demand. Implemented online gallery system for client branding. Generated $85,000 in additional revenue in the first year.
Photographer/Assistant at Kerry Kara Photography
January 1, 2004 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated with senior photographers to capture events and manage file processing and archiving. Conducted wedding photography showcased in Los Angeles Magazine and Modern Bride. Assisted in various aspects of photography projects, contributing to successful event documentation. Worked closely with experienced photographers to ensure high-quality photographic output.
Photographer at Collage Ensemble at Los Angeles
January 1, 2002 - July 19, 2025
Collaborated on creative projects within Collage Ensemble to enhance team synergy and communication skills. Contributed to the collective artistic vision of the inter-ethnic arts collective. Engaged in the creation of environments, live presentations, and artworks to promote social understanding. Developed and implemented alternative perspectives through art to engage viewers effectively. Fostered an inclusive and diverse artistic environment.
Photography Intern at Metro Art at Los Angeles
September 1, 2000 - July 19, 2025
Organized and catalogued photo collections for public art projects in MTA Metro stations. Managed press inquiries, requests, and custom photographic print orders. Conducted educational outreach programs related to photography archives. Assisted with event photography and multimedia projects for Metro Art at Los Angeles.
Photographer / Album Designer at Innis Casey Photography
June 1, 2018 - Present
Collaborated with lead photographers to capture memorable event photography. Edited and retouched photos to maintain visual consistency. Designed cohesive and impactful albums highlighting unique client stories and capturing event energy and beauty. Ensured timely delivery of edited images contributing to positive client feedback.
Retoucher at Theo & Juliet at Playa Del Rey, CA
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Worked as a freelance retoucher enhancing photo quality through advanced retouching techniques specializing in color correction, skin smoothing, and background manipulation. Collaborated directly with clients and photographers to meet specific needs. Delivered consistent brand standards across medical marketing materials.
Retoucher at Theo & Juliet at Playa Del Rey, CA
September 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Performed advanced photo retouching and editing to ensure high-quality final images with attention to detail and client specifications. Provided freelance retouching services to enhance visual storytelling and brand consistency.
General Manager at Reproductions
October 1, 2017 - September 4, 2025
Managed client relationships, acquired and maintained photographer accounts, and handled all sales efforts for this photographic and lithographic print house servicing entertainment and fashion industries. Spearheaded business transformation initiatives including launching a video department for auditions and developing a new online gallery system that enhanced lab and photographer branding. Generated an additional $85,000 in revenue in the first year.
Photographer / Assistant at Kara Photography
January 1, 2004 - September 4, 2025
Partnered with senior photographers to document events and managed processing and archiving of files.
Photography Intern at Metro Art at Los Angeles, CA
September 1, 2000 - September 4, 2025
Sponsored through the Getty Multi-Cultural Internship Program; performed photography archives and educational outreach. Organized and catalogued extensive photo collections of all public art projects in MTA Metro stations. Managed press inquiries and custom photographic print orders from proof to final approval.
Photographer at Collage Ensemble
January 1, 2002 - September 4, 2025
Part of LA-based inter-ethnic arts collective creating environments, live presentations, and artwork to transport viewers to social understanding and alternative views. Participated actively in collective's creative projects fostering team synergy, strong communication skills, and contributing to artistic vision.

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Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Professional Services, Retail, Other, Education, Non-Profit Organization