Hamrick (Rick) Waller Email & Phone Number

Greater Boston Area

Greater Boston Area

Assistant to the director of integrated print production, as well as active decision maker in regards to the proceedings and effectiveness of the department. Leader by example. Responsible for facilitating morale and guidance, as well as being a resource for any colleagues in need of expertise in specific areas. Daily internal communication with the creative and account teams, which fosters a climate of success, as well as encouraging learning. High regard for the quality of work shaped by the production department, while always looking for methods to increase the fluidity of our executions. Forward thinking and always working closely with the team to increase the success rates of both the agency and client. Personal focus on communication and fostering trustworthy relationships that lead to quality and efficiency. Competent assistance of studio team when the situation calls... I'm not afraid to handle a knife, get a paper cut or two and get my hands dirty.

Greater Boston Area

Coordinate production activity between project, account and creative groups during job development. Maintain relationships with various printing vendors (Sheet, Digital, Web, Form, In-Line, Promotional Material, Dimensional)Keep detailed project records, from spec sheets to estimates to purchase orders.Requesting quotes from suppliers and negotiate pricing if necessary.Provide estimates to account staff and clients.Act as adviser for the creative and account members of the team during creative development to meet the budgetary requirements of the clients.Advise teams of the best formats, efficiency and provide creative solutions.Help coordinate with the studio, traffic managers, and suppliers to ensure all deadlines are met.Schedule press approvals to ensure quality of work for clients.Check all vendor invoices against both purchase orders and estimates before signing off in a timely fashion.

Greater Boston Area

Overseer of all manner of printed projects from the initial phase of reviewing client requirements to the final stages of production, distribution and/or installation. Though I know "traditional" print extremely well... Ink on paper is not the limit of my experience. Highly involved in meeting with account executives, managers, creatives and clients in order to understand the client's vision, needs and requirements. I'm a resource for finding solutions to specific questions and conversations ranging from choosing appropriate images and production techniques to paper quality and marketing appeal. A major part of my involvement is researching material and labor costs, as well as project time frames in order to create an accurate bid and timeline for the client. All the while working closely with project managers and all other team members to ensure that questions are answered and potential challenges are resolved before they happen.

Greater Boston Area

Responsible for management and approval of production schedules, print specifications, internal budgets, color proof analysis/correction as well as research into finding media and presentation solutions for clients. Oversee requests for bids, customer quotations, purchase orders (when necessary) for clients. Liaise internally and externally with vendors, while managing the flow of information to ensure timely and efficient delivery for the clients. Also able to competently assist with in house studio/production work and assembly when needed.

Greater Boston Area

Responsible for ad distribution, print production quality, budget allocation and on time delivery of clients’ projects and ads. Met with players at all levels of the client/agency relationship. Source for rational solutions to potential production problems. Fully engaged in the production of the TIAA-CREF, HUMMER, Cadillac and Hearts on Fire brand campaigns & print work.

Greater Boston Area

Lead and organized a small team while taking sole responsibility for all newspaper insertions and proofing. Distributed and assessed bid packages to printers. Attended upper management meetings to implement and discuss ideas for upcoming seasons.

Greater Boston Area

Utilized leadership and organizational skills; fostering teamwork and efficiency through coordinating products, schedules, ideas, information and accurate product awareness. Worked closely with merchants, designers, copywriters and release staff.

Greater Boston Area

Aggressively pursued merchants to resolve content issues and delinquent information. Trafficked ads and kept track of status at all times closely inspecting them for discrepancies before their release to vendors.

Greater Boston Area

Ba, Legal Studies (Criminal Justice)

Activities and Societies: Student Legal Studies Office - Tenant's Rights & Utility Services (assisted lawyers through research.

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