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Self portrait

Sinar F2 4x5 camera

Fujinon W 300mm f/5.6 lens

About

I’m a graphic designer and digital retoucher specializing in clean, brand-aligned design and high-volume production—from collector’s edition box sets to catalogs and eCommerce imagery. With over 15 years of experience across packaging, print, and digital marketing, I combine creative vision with technical precision to deliver production-ready assets that meet exacting color, quality, and brand standards. My experience includes developing packaging systems and product-driven marketing materials that require precision in layout, hierarchy, and production execution across multiple formats.

Over my career, I’ve worked with clients including Sony Music, Live Nation, Atlantic Records, Manhead Merchandise, Publishers Clearing House, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted band Yes. My work spans packaging design, promotional materials, digital campaigns, Photoshop retouching, color correction, compositing, product photography, pre-press review, and print-ready file preparation—providing a full-spectrum understanding of visual production workflows.

For entertainment clients, I served as lead designer and photographer for album releases, back catalog reissues, merchandise, and tour materials. I contributed original photography, performed meticulous photo retouching and image optimization, and collaborated closely with printers and vendors on dielines, specialty finishes, proofs, and production schedules. This long-term collaboration strengthened my ability to balance creative direction with production precision and technical accuracy.

In commercial and marketing environments, I have directed creative production for eCommerce and multi-channel campaigns, designing and retouching product imagery, landing pages, email assets, and print collateral. Managing high-volume workflows and cross-functional collaboration, I ensure consistent color, quality, and brand alignment across digital and print platforms.

I’m equally effective working independently or as part of a team. I’ve mentored junior designers and interns, upheld standards for visual consistency, and guided projects through structured production processes without sacrificing creative integrity. I value the balance between creativity and precision—and bring that discipline to every project.

If you’re looking for a designer and retoucher who blends creative vision with production expertise—delivering polished, color-accurate imagery across print, digital, and catalog workflows—I’d love to connect. View my LinkedIn or reach out directly at ggottlieb@aol.com.

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