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Tyler M.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
5.0
113 jobs

I am a professional commercial photographer based in Geneva, Switzerland, and Los Angeles, USA. I love capturing strong visuals and adore bright, clean, and uplifting imagery that can convey a brand’s story. After conducting hundreds of shoots I am confident that I can craft images that capture the allure of your brand and product. I am a quick communicator, a swift worker and very importantly, I've never had a disappointed client. After 10 years of working in commercial photography, my client list includes Target, Asos, REI, Airbnb, Upwork, WeWork, Coleman, Nemo Tents, Icelandair, Power Practical, Tempo Bikes, Sea Turtle Sports, Tribe and True, Pico Interactive, and many more! I have experience working with large businesses as well as start-ups and solo entrepreneurs. You can find samples of my work here on Upwork in the portfolio section and on my website. This what a few clients have said about my work in the past: "Tyler is a ROCK STAR and we are so fortunate to work with her on so many projects. If we could figure out a way to clone her- we would! "One of the best freelancers I have ever worked with hands down. Tyler is awesome.” "We have worked with Tyler several times and will continue to work with her. She is the utmost professional and needs virtually no guidance beyond what is provided. "Great images with a great vision. Tyler provided a great explanation of her vision pre-shoot and then delivered! She exceeded my expectations!" "We only and always have the most wonderful things to say about Tyler. She is the consummate professional and a joy to work with.” "Tyler is the best! Professional, timely, courteous, and just overall awesome. We wish we could hire her for all the projects we work on!” "I would give Tyler an 11 out of 10. She is so talented and so great to work with!!" I would love to hear about your next project, collaboration idea, or answer any question you may have! 

  • Commercial Photography
  • Model Photography
  • Studio Photography
  • Beauty & Health Photography
  • Product Photography
  • Product Photography Prep
  • Advertising Photography
  • Local Photography
  • Portrait Photography
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Lifestyle Photography Staging
  • Outdoor Lifestyle Photography
  • Photography
  • White Background Photography
  • Editorial Fashion Photography
Cristian M.

Ontario, California

$35/hr
5.0
17 jobs

I am a commercial photographer who gives my clients images that SELL. I specialize in eCommerce, Fashion, and Product. If you're looking for friendly communication, quick turnaround and a design-minded approach to product photography - let's chat!

  • Commercial Photography
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Studio Photography
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Model Photography
  • White Background Photography
  • Fashion Photography
  • Fashion & Apparel
  • Ecommerce
Petey D.

San Diego, California

$250/hr
5.0
55 jobs

When brands like HP, UPS, Red Bull, Turtle Beach, and Din Tai Fung need a San Diego videographer or Los Angeles videographer, they call me. My name is Petey Dyer, Top Rated videographer, photographer, and FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot based in San Diego and Los Angeles, CA. I work with marketing teams, agencies, and brands looking for a reliable corporate and commercial videographer in California to produce high-end video and photo content. Over the past 8 years I've produced high-end video and photo content for enterprise brands, fast-growing startups, and everything in between. Most recently I served as Camera Operator on Animal — a top 10 Apple TV+ documentary series and led a 60+ interview testimonial shoot across California for NACFE's Run on Less electric truck campaign, capturing UPS, US Foods, and Ok Produce on location with full drone fleet coverage. My specialty is making complex B2B stories feel human and cinematic on camera. What I do best: Corporate & B2B testimonial video (multi-cam, teleprompter, lighting, audio) Brand & commercial video for tech, lifestyle, and consumer brands Drone cinematography — FAA Part 107 certified, aerial B-roll and fleet/site coverage Industrial & construction video — site documentation, progress reels, stakeholder interviews Event coverage — conferences, trade shows, product launches What's on every shoot: Dual 4K cinema cameras · Drone · Wireless audio · 3-point lighting · Teleprompter · Same-week delivery I operate throughout San Diego, Orange County, and Los Angeles — and I travel worldwide for the right project. 100% Job Success · Top Rated · 51 completed jobs Let's make your next video your best one. 🎥

  • Video Commercial
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Corporate Video
  • Testimonial Video
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Content Creation
  • Video Editing
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Sports Photography
  • HDR Photography
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Storytelling
Maritza L.

San Diego, California

$200/hr
5.0
12 jobs

🖥️ www.allgoodprod.c o m Hi! I'm Maritza- a San Diego-based videographer, photographer, and 3D animator with an eye for cinematic, modern visuals and a process that makes working together easy. I work with brands and corporations on content that gets results- brand films, event coverage, corporate video, product shoots, and aerial cinematography. Every project is handled with professional gear, clear communication, and a creative approach tailored to your goals. Available locally, nationally, and internationally.

  • Video Commercial
  • Videography
  • Drone
  • Video Production
  • Video Editing
  • Creative Direction
  • Photography
  • Cinematography
  • Film Direction
  • Film & Video
  • Corporate Video
  • Corporate Branding
  • Aerial Photography
  • Drone Videography
  • Video Ad
  • Product Video
  • Content Creation
  • Content Strategy
Bradley D.

Los Angeles, California

$100/hr
4.9
269 jobs

Los Angeles product photographer & cinematographer trusted by Universal, MTV, LG, LE LABO, PRADA, and FIRST DATA. I craft cinematic visuals that sell. Twenty years behind motion and stills cameras, plus an art director’s eye, I turn products into stories that command attention. Full-service production: photography, branded films, editing, and color grading delivered with precision. B.A. in Commercial Illustration from ArtCenter College of Design, I merge commercial art discipline, fine art creativity, with Hollywood production experience and expertise.

  • Cinematography
  • Video Post-Editing
  • Videography
  • Photography
  • Digital Photography & Cinematography
  • Video Editing
  • Photo Retouching
Karl W.

Los Angeles, California

$55/hr
5.0
6 jobs

High-End Retoucher & Photographer | Commercial, Editorial, E-commerce, Entertainment I help brands, agencies, and creative teams turn strong images into market-ready visuals that sell, publish, and stand out. Experience 9+ years of professional industry experience delivering refined, production-ready imagery. I understand how images are actually used—on Shopify stores, lookbooks, ads, and marketing campaigns—so every file is optimized for its final application, not just visual polish. Specialization High-end retouching and post-production for: • Fashion, beauty, portrait, and product imagery • Clean e-commerce assets and large image sets • Editorial spreads and entertainment key art My approach prioritizes realism, texture preservation, and brand consistency. Brand Qualities Detail-driven, consistent, and aligned with client intent. Clean, dynamic, and natural in finish—never over-processed. What I Help Clients With • Skin & hair retouching (natural, texture-preserved) • Color correction & tonal optimization • E-commerce cleanup & web-ready assets • Compositing, masking, and advanced post-production • Campaign, editorial, and entertainment imagery refinement Clients Hire Me When They Need ✔ Clean, professional results without over-retouching ✔ Fast, reliable communication ✔ Consistent quality across large image sets ✔ A retoucher who understands both aesthetics and commercial usage Additional Value In addition to retouching, I also work as a photographer. This informs my post-production decisions and helps ensure images maintain authenticity, structure, and visual intent from capture through delivery. Location U.S. & EU-based (dual citizen), currently working remotely worldwide. Available for ongoing collaborations or per-project work. Let’s turn your files into intentional, elevated visuals ready to perform.

  • Commercial Photography
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Photo Editing
  • Product Photography
  • Studio Photography
  • Model Photography
  • Image Editing
  • Lifestyle Photography
  • Photo Retouching
  • Portrait Art
  • Retouching & Enhancement
  • Fashion Retouch
  • Jewelry Retouching
  • Photo Color Correction
  • Adobe Lightroom

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