Jackie Dharmawan
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
Photo Retoucher and E-commerce Photographer with 10+ years of experience in fashion photography, image retouching, color correction, and post-production. Expertise in improving image quality, optimizing production workflows, and delivering visually consistent assets for e-commerce and marketing campaigns. Strong collaborator with excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Retoucher & Fashion Product Photographer
Self-employeed
Los Angeles, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Enhanced image quality via color correction techniques and color matching with mannequin and on model images.
- Utilized industry-standard software, including Adobe Photoshop, Capture One, and AI for professional editing tasks.
- Implemented feedback loops with clients to refine edits and ensure complete satisfaction with final images.
- Increased efficiency with expert use of batch processing, actions, and scripts for repetitive tasks.
- Improved overall workflow by developing custom tools, presets, and shortcuts for common retouching tasks.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Renamed photo files according to company standards and optimized file organization methods to simplify searchability within shared drives for team access.
- Retouched skin blemishes, removed tattoos/unwanted images, and reduced clothing wrinkles.
- Collaborated with clients to understand vision and deliver tailored visual solutions that meet specifications.
- Captured high-quality mannequin, flat lay, and creative product photography aligning with client brand standards.
Art Director/ Photographer
Sugarlips
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - 03.2020
- Led rebranding initiatives that effectively communicated company values while maintaining a contemporary aesthetic appeal.
- Oversaw photoshoots from concept development to post-production editing, ensuring high-quality visuals that aligned with brand identity goals.
- Managed art department's budget, optimizing resource allocation and reducing unnecessary expenditures.
- Planned, prepared, and photographed on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Made final selects in poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Thrived in a fast-paced, high-volume product development environment, shooting 150–300 styles per month demonstrating strong time management skills.
Visual Merchandiser
Forever 21
Los Angeles, CA
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Developed visually appealing merchandise displays that enhanced customer engagement and increased store traffic.
- Managed mannequin styling, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends and company branding guidelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute seasonal merchandising initiatives aligned with brand identity.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on effective visual merchandising techniques and best practices for store layouts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Retailing
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA06-2010
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop, Capture One
- Color correction expertise
- Digital asset management
- High-end retouching techniques
- Image manipulation proficiency
- DSLR camera use
Timeline
Freelance Retoucher & Fashion Product Photographer
Self-employeed
07.2020 - Current
Art Director/ Photographer
Sugarlips
01.2012 - 03.2020
Visual Merchandiser
Forever 21
01.2007 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Retailing
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona