Alex Minuk Email & Phone Number

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Work closely with the Ricki’s Visual and Marketing teams while supporting coordination and production of seasonal signage kits
• Make recommendations to improve the look, feel and customer experience for print production and signage solutions
• Ensure all signage is proofed, printed, trimmed, kitted, and distributed to stores on time.
• Responsible for layout of signage direction for master signage and campaign signage.
• Organize and oversee the inventory of the signage database for Ricki’s regarding in-store signage, specialty signage and product labels. This includes edits, changes in ingredients, and the creation of new signage
• Lead contact and liaison with outside print vendors to coordinate and communicate print production requirements, create workback schedules, request quotes, and ensure cost efficient solutions that meet budget.

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Work closely with the Cleo Visual and Marketing teams while supporting coordination and production of seasonal signage kits
• Make recommendations to improve the look, feel and customer experience for print production and signage solutions
• Ensure all signage is proofed, printed, trimmed, kitted, and distributed to stores on time.
• Responsible for layout of signage direction for master signage and campaign signage.
• Organize and oversee the inventory of the signage database for Cleo regarding in-store signage, specialty signage and product labels. This includes edits, changes in ingredients, and the creation of new signage
• Lead contact and liaison with outside print vendors to coordinate and communicate print production requirements, create workback schedules, request quotes, and ensure cost efficient solutions that meet budget.

• Worked closely with creative and marketing managers and graphic design studio to ensure completion of all projects in a timely manner and as estimated.
• Oversaw the print production coordinator to ensure completion of all in-house products to meet deadlines
• Mentored Print Production Coordinator, assisting him in learning duties and carrying out tasks
• Responsible for the successful production and scheduling of a variety of marketing materials using large format digital printers and print shop machinery
• Oversaw and coordinated production schedules, labour needs, and print quality adherence
• Worked closely with suppliers and vendors to maintain production schedule

• Produced all internal collateral for 169 stores in North America
• Maintained logs of print production to minimize print costs
• Designed and implemented a new batch shipping method which lead to a 70% increase in shipping speed and efficiency
• Utilized imposition software to collate print jobs and printed double sided to reduce costs and paper waste
• Packed and shipped collateral to all stores in Canada, with up to 300+ shipments daily
• Designed and printed in-house event collateral for store-specific events including: Fashion presentations, cross-marketing events, and store promotions

• Managed and supervised the front end at The UPS Store franchise
• Actively worked to develop new customer relationships while maintaining a regular customer base
• Oversaw and developed marketing campaigns
• Conducted business visits to promote services and meet with clients
• Led franchise to number one shipping sales in Winnipeg
• Communicated with Franchisee regarding all areas of centre operations

• Design and layout of all electronic and print materials for programs and events
• (flyers, posters, banners, logos, invitations, postcards, newsletters, newspaper ads, etc.)
• Thinking creatively and developing new design concepts, graphics, and layouts
• Consulted and problem solved with clients to design the most appropriate graphic options based on their marketing requirements
• Illustrated concepts by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size, style, and related aesthetic concepts
• Able to manage multiple projects while under pressure to meet daily deadlines

• Responsible for customer service while promoting The UPS Store brand and services
• Expertise in domestic and international courier services
• Experience packing fragile speciality items
• Operated digital print and large format systems
• Experience with written and verbal communication including editing, proof reading, and typing providing quantity control over finished work
• Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment