Digital Imaging, color correction, sizing, sharpening, perfecting image qualityExpert in file transfer (Convert any editable file type to be used in a variety of programs (InDesign, Quark Express, Content Station, etc.))

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Shot negatives and stats that were stripped into live pages in Crain publicationsDigital imaging, color correction, sizing, sharpening, perfecting image qualityTrained new and existing staff on reproductive photography and digital imagingExpert in file transfer (Convert any editable file type to be used in a variety of programs (Adobe Suite, Quark Express, Content Station, etc.))Troubleshoot errors in existing PDFs (Missing fonts, convert spot colors/RGB to CMYK process)Create printable PDF files (Create art in in-design, import already existing art, distill EPS/PS files through acrobat distiller into a PDF X-1a)Met exacting deadline with shipment of PDFs through WS_FTPBuild and maintain relationships with printers (R. R. Donnelley, etc.)Led a team of prepress production managers in charge of building weekly publicationsArchive publications on a weekly basis via ContentWare (backup of completed publications and PDFs)Organize and store all mastered images for easy accessDesigned naming convention for digital images company wideManaging, organizing, and maintaining all inventory integral to department operationResponsible for departmental deadlines of publications on a weekly basisAssign staff to publications based on need and deadlineMaintained a positive, healthy, and efficient work environment

Operated a reproductive cameraShot negatives and stats that were stripped into live pagesDigital Imaging, color correction, sizing, sharpening, perfecting image qualityTrained existing staff on digital imaging and photo quality

Digital Imaging, color correction, sizing, sharpening, perfecting image qualityDelivered corrected images via disk (CD,DVD)

Operated a Mark Andy and Vandenburg (Flexographic Printing Presses)Mounted printing plates for Flexographic pressesMixed inks to match Pantone Formula GuideOperated a squeeze lens reproductive camera with step and repeat exacting measurements.Trained new and existing staff to run Flexographic Presses, mount printing plates on print cylinder, proficiently operate a reproductive camera with squeeze lensManaging, organizing, and maintaining all printing inventory (Paper, ink, plates, etc.) moving in and out of stock.