Michael Dequattro Email & Phone Number

Rhode Island, United States

Northborough, Massachusetts, United States

Whitinsville, Massachusetts, United States

Whitinsville, Ma

Creative•Provides creative technical input and inventive solutions on client projects as well as RFI/RFPs•Share design information with CD, AD, Experience Designers, Graphic Designers, Estimators, Engineers, and Project Managers quickly and efficiently•Responsible for supporting the creative teams with updates from the “Big Idea Book” [a database of trends, materials, and technology used in experiential marketing solutions] •Keep up to date on new materials and technologies by attending industry events•Maintain vendor and supplier relations regarding these materials•Assist in Graphic Design and Exhibit Design projects during peak timesEstimating•Demonstrate working knowledge of materials, technologies, construction techniques and event production in order to keep projects within means of budget and scheduling constraints•Act as a backup Estimator as needed to provide cost proposals on RFP/RFI projects as well as during peak times•Work with design teams to ensure concepts are within the estimated budget range, and will make recommendations on cost effective materials per project

Whitinsville, Ma

• Actively estimates production projects following established company standards.• Communicates daily with various departments in collecting the necessary information to complete accurate and timely estimates.• Evaluates initial 3-D design drawings and renderings, engineering drawings, and other client or vendor documentation to identify budget and/or structural concerns.• Works closely with external suppliers to coordinate best possible solution and price.• Researches specific products or services as needed per the design requirements. • Responsible for managing own estimating workload for multiple projects at one time. • Communicates regularly with internal customers and department manager keeping them informed of the progress of all assigned projects.• Attends appropriate design/estimating launches on assigned projects, and production launches as needed.

Westwood, Ma

• Manage daily operations to run efficiently and in a client-focused manner based on current projects at hand• Establish and maintain dedicated rental properties while providing COGS on reserved rental projects• Work with design department in order to manage project quality; including review design specifications, along with quoting and ordering materials• Develop and track all production timelines for each project, while facilitating the workflow to meet internal processes• Provide strategic and creative direction to assist in achieving client’s overall business objectives while delegating and managing projects appropriately• Coordinate and oversee all project schedules, build specifications and cost analysis reports for internal budget approvals

Lakeville, Ma

• Manage daily operations for the print, pre-press and sign shop departments to run smoothly and in a client-focused manner• Develop and track all graphic production timelines for each conference, while facilitating the workflow to meet internal processes• Provide strategic and creative direction to assist in achieving client’s overall business objectives while delegating and managing projects appropriately• Ensure all graphic deadlines and budgets are met for each tradeshow, and or conference• Coordinate and oversee all print production schedules, print specifications and cost analysis reports for internal budget approvals• Work with the graphic design department in order to manage project quality; including review design specifications, material options and troubleshooting any issues

Avon, Ma

• Maintain and operate EFI Vutek GS3250 flatbed printer and Vutek GS5000r banner machine for all graphic production files • Proper knowledge of digital roll, flatbed printing, vinyl plotters, and large format laminators • Proper knowledge of Epson 64” Sure Color printers; including digital roll window and floor graphics using a wide range or materials• Ensure all file quantities and sizes match client approved graphic proofs, prior to ripping files for print production • Proficient in the use of Adobe creative suite and Oynx RIP design software to produce graphics for large format printing• Check large color runs against approved test prints during the printing process to ensure color consistency • Complete and cross-reference packing manifests when graphic production is complete and ready to ship

Avon, Ma

• Layout client provided artwork for production of three dimensional trade show props using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop• Worked directly with clients and sales to develop design concepts of trade show props• Assisted the Props Production on the build of three dimensional• Assisted running the CNC router to ensure the Props Production Department had all materials cut in a timely matter

Warwick, Ri

• Design and produce all types of marketing collateral including: posters, flyers, marketing materials• Organize on-going marketing projects and met all objectives by the client• Assist with the overall marketing strategy on the opening of our new company; Spectrum-ATC• Creation and redesign of company websites, blogs and social networking outlets• Organize logistics and marketing strategies for trade shows and special events• Transferred previous server to new cloud server utilizing VPN and cloud access

• Designed brochures, postcards, logos based on clients needs• Created and modified design elements & photographs• Assisted with development of new clients for growth of business• Worked closely with printer to assure quality and timeliness of publication deliveries

• Design and construct product packaging according to client's specifications • Gather graphic collateral for production team to prepare for clients under tight deadlines• Responsible for timely, accurate shipment of orders to national and international store sites

• 2007 Citizen’s Bank Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular for the month of October• Assisted with design of the 2008 & 2009 Pawtucket Red Sox’s Program Booklet• Designed advertisements for local newspapers; stadium billboards• Assisted with construction of the PawSox website utilizing basic HTML• Established relationships with clients for advertising and sales, Performed various functions involving stadium operations

• Computer design work using Adobe CS3 Suite & Quark Xpress• Communicated with clients regarding projects, including pricing & material selections• Responsible for print production, lamination of various projects & materials