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Tjeerd K.TK

Tjeerd K.

High-End Retoucher & Motion Designer

€720/day
Rotterdam, NL
15+ years

Average response time: 24 hours

About Tjeerd

I’m a High-End Retoucher, Photoshop Expert, and Motion Designer based in Rotterdam.
I create high-end visuals and photo composites that stick — not decoration, but strategy.

What I make isn’t just beautiful; it has to work. It needs impact. Friction. Resonance. Whether it’s high-end retouching, animation, AI-generated visuals or complex compositions — I deliver only when the image truly works. Emotionally, aesthetically, and strategically.


My style? Straightforward. No fluff, no cookie-cutter visuals. I work with brands, photographers and agencies who understand that strong imagery is never accidental.
I specialize in photo manipulation and digital compositing — turning multiple images into seamless, believable visuals

Rotterdam runs through my approach: get it done, keep it moving, deliver. If you’re looking for “just a picture,” I’m not your guy. If you’re looking for visuals that move people — then we should talk.

I collaborate with agencies and photographers who value precision and creative impact.
If that’s you, let’s create something remarkable.
  • Dutch

    Native or bilingual

  • English

    Fluent

Can work on-site
Rotterdam (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Tjeerd Kruse
    Tjeerd Kruse. Photoshop Expert & Content Creator Nederland
    DIGITAL AND IT
    January 2005 - Today (21 years and 5 months)
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Brands, agencies and commercial photographers hire me when their visuals are almost there, but not quite: product shots look flat or inconsistent, key visuals do not line up across channels, or motion assets do not match the quality of the brand.

    With 20+ years of experience in product retouching, campaign imagery, motion design and ad-level video editing, I fix those gaps. I turn raw material into clean, realistic, campaign-ready visuals that feel on-brand and ready to launch, not "good enough for now".

    What I specialize in

    High-end retouching
    I don't just clean up images, I rebuild them with intent. From precise masking and cleanup to advanced color grading and seamless compositing, I create visuals that are consistent, polished and ready for production.

    Motion design for social and ads
    Short form motion pieces that stop the scroll and solve specific campaign needs: branded loops, before and after reveals, UGC style edits and product animations that explain, highlight or simplify.

    Video editing for brands and agencies
    Clean editing for campaigns, interviews and branded content: pacing, story, titles, sound and delivery tailored to your platform and media specs.

    Why premium clients hire me

    20+ years in high end production environments
    Consistent results across sets and multi channel campaigns
    Fast, reliable, deadline proof delivery
    Deep technical range across retouching and motion
    Clear communication and agency friendly workflow

    Clients don't hire me for "pretty pictures". They hire me to solve visual problems that block campaigns, confuse customers or weaken their brand. If your visuals are close but not yet at the level your brand deserves, let's talk.
    Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Midjourney Adobe Firefly
  • Self-employed Retoucher / Rotterdam — 2000–present
    Tjeerd Kruse. Freelance Photoshopper & Content Creator Nederland
    SOCIAL NETWORKS
    January 2005 - Today (21 years and 5 months)
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    ✨ With over two decades of experience in high-end commercial retouching, I deliver detailed, pixel-perfect Photoshop work that blends technical precision with visual storytelling.

    🎯 What I offer:
    • Seamless object removal and complex compositing
    • Subtle skin and color correction
    • Creative image manipulation and beauty retouching
    • Realistic, clean and striking results — always.

    🏢 Trusted by Philips, ESPN, Canon and DDB for projects where perfection isn’t optional. My retouching work is designed to enhance your image without losing its authenticity. I focus on fine detail, natural textures and perfect color balance to create visuals that look effortless — but are anything but.

    📩 Let’s work together:
    Send me your images or brief, and I’ll tailor the retouching to your specific needs. I offer clear communication, professional delivery, and results that speak for themselves.
    Adobe Photoshop Adobe Lightroom Capture One
  • Motion Design & Animation for Creative Studios, Advertising & Branding
    Tjeerd Kruse. Freelance Animator & Content Creator Nederland
    DIGITAL AND IT
    January 2010 - Today (16 years and 5 months)
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    ✨ With 15 years of experience in motion design and video editing, I craft dynamic, story-driven content that blends visual rhythm with strategic clarity.

    🎯 What I offer: • Clean, branded motion graphics in After Effects • Seamless transitions, pacing and storytelling in Premiere Pro • Typography animation, overlay design and visual enhancement • Sharp edits with emotional impact and professional polish — always

    🏢 Trusted by Philips, ESPN, Canon and DDB for projects where timing, tone and visual identity matter. My motion work is designed to elevate your message without distraction. I focus on clarity, rhythm and detail to create videos that feel effortless — but are anything but.

    📩 Let’s work together: Send me your footage or brief, and I’ll tailor the animation and edit to your specific goals. I offer clear communication, professional delivery, and results that move people — not just pixels.
    Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Audition Midjourney Adobe Photoshop

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Education

  • Yes
    Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam
    2000
    Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam (GLR) — the Dutch college specialized in media, technology, and design education.

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