STEPHEN BRADFORD
General info
Photographer | Retoucher
West Hollywood
West Hollywood
With nearly fifteen years in this industry, I have learned that deadlines are always tight, clients are very detail oriented, and accuracy is paramount. Throughout my career, I have developed and applied my experience to address those realities. It does not matter if I am working overnight on a high-profile print campaign or presenting final art to high level studio executives, I enjoy the satisfaction that comes with performing well under-pressure and delivering results.
Experience
Production Lead
The Delta Group
Lead retoucher for The Delta Group's Los Angeles office, primarily servicing the major theatrical film studios. Responsible for creating and updating color profiles for all digital devices including the Epson Stylus Pro 9900 and the HP Scitex FB700 flatbed digital printer. Retouch, output and color correct theatrical standees, one sheets and large format banners to match client supplied art. Interface with the client and present color changes throughout the approval process. Engage in costing exercises and creative strategies on upcoming jobs. Manage, maintain and operate a 5000 square foot production area.
Photo Retoucher
ABC/Disney
Was responsible for the photo retouching and compositing of a variety of media assets for the Disney Channel's brand and marketing team. Worked closely with art directors and fashion stylists to remove conflicting branding from clothing and the surrounding environment. Heavy emphasis on skin and hair corrections. Created complex clipping paths and layer masks for later use in the design process.
Lead Photo Retoucher
Vertis Communication
Served as lead retoucher for all of American Media Inc's flagship publications including: Star Magazine, The National Enquirer, Shape, Muscle&Fitness, and Playboy among others. Additionally, responsible for preparing retouched images for proofing, output and off-set printing. Authored all literature on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the scanning and retouch departments. Temporarily relocated to New York City to oversee the hiring and training of all incoming retouchers during Star Magazine's NYC relaunch..
Pre-Press Consultant
Variety Magazine
Brought on as a part-time consultant to develop new workflows, train editorial staff, review in-house color management systems, and introduce more advanced techniques to creative directors responsible for retouching high profile covers and internal spreads.
Co-Founder
Broil LA
Co-Founder of an LA based company focused on producing high-end, yet approachable cooking videos. Responsible for content creation, principle photography, videography, editing, and brand marketing.
Please visit: www.Broil.LA
Please visit: www.Broil.LA
Education
B.A. Political Science
University of Florida
CONNECT WITH ME
I have recently joined forces with Ash Gupta & 838 Media. Together we are working on several high end photographic campaigns which will be published both domestically and abroad.