Gina Roy-Opalec Email & Phone Number

A reliable and detail oriented creative, with more than twenty years of growing experience in design and leadership, related to packaging, toys, sports and the licensed products industry. Being personally dedicated, motivated and creative, the challenge of new assignments is welcomed, along with the opportunity to be measured by results. With professional approach, I have the ability to work with individuals at all levels. Exceptional problem solving, communication and creative skill set.Being a self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to manage time while taking the initiative, I work efficiently and effectively and I am able to execute within tight deadlines. I have thrived in the creative space of fast-paced, quick-turn, high volume design environments and look forward to new challenges, allowing continuous growth. Possessing a “get it done” attitude without compromising on quality, I am looking forward to joining a hard working creative team. I believe that building and maintaining relationships within a creative team is key and is nurtured by great collaboration and open communication.Experience and personal strengths in the following:• Packaging design & layout - including dieline & structure development• Photo-editing and manipulation• Catalog layout• Sales sheets and collateral material• Style guide development and implementation• Trade show graphics and collateral material for ABC Juvenile Shows & Toy Fairs• Interdepartmental communication, both local and across time zones• Reviewing print proofs and communicating with vendors regarding approvals & corrective action• Working directly with vendors, both in the United States and overseas• Disseminating and providing direction to freelance talent• Prioritizing and managing high-impacted creative department workflow

Listed skills include Print Production, Style Guides, Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, and 12 others.