Karla M. Email & Phone Number

Lakeville, Mn

Administrator of Enable by EnterWorks, a product information management (PIM) software. Creator and user of the hierarchy foundation to support data and content that ties to specific models. User of the PIM system to import and export for reports and files that can be consumed by other systems. Author of training materials for PIM, Salesforce/myhht.com and Webdam. Builder and editor of new product and existing consumer web pages using Sitecore software. Connection lead for integration of PIM, Webdam, and Sitecore. Manage and maintain delivery system of all marketing content via B2B customer support website, and iPad app. Marketing Production ManagerMonitor inventory of all print literature. Supervise proofs from printer and communicate regularly on status and issues. Manage printed pieces for new products, customer promotions, and special and internal communications. Create new and existing MSRP and customer pricing changes; channel requests to appropriate individuals. Create and update timelines and tracking reports for all creative services projects.Key Achievements:• Launch of Enable and Webdam web-based systems• Implementation of content for key launch of B2B e-commerce website• Key task force submitter for online pricing tool launch initiative• Efficiency of gang-printing literature has consistently saved over 40K for five years• Tracked inventory levels and worked to maintain print levels of brochures by reviewing backorder reports and usage reports to helped determine print jobs that are needed• Reduced printing costs by 200K during a facility meeting by repositioning the number of brochures and collateral to be made availableVolunteer:Charitable Giving Committee (13 years)Fun Team (13 years)

Lakeville, Mn

In partnership with CreatisHelp finalize the Architectural Manual by doing production work in In Design and creating PDFs. Gathered info from installation manuals to compare to the proof pages.Key Achievements:• Provided options for a new job traffic process• Worked with Creative Services team to transition the new process

Minneapolis, Mn

In partnership with CreatisPlan and develop promotional material for the Target Kids campaign. Work with Project Coordinators to initiate projects, facilitate project timing and action and approval processes, summarize meeting recaps and distribute electronically. Manage the expenses and budgets for each project. Coordinate product pick-up and research meetings. Handle issues with merchandising, marketing and photography shoots.Key Achievements:• Created a new calendar format to help organize deadlines• Comprehended and successfully used the Target Marketing Workflow Management system

Eagan, Mn

In partnership with Celarity (formerly Freelance Creative)Work with clients and account executives to start projects. Create and maintain accurate schedules in web-based program to streamline workflow, set up meetings with creative teams to begin jobs and assign tasks. Work as client advocate to analyze, strategize and prioritize their needs and continually ensure they are met. Finalize projects with production coordinators. Responsible for creating client status reports and managing weekly client update meetings. Key Achievements:• Managed multiple simultaneous projects (between 150 and 200 at a time) along with production coordinator relationships• Handled special projects for high-profile clients for trips, tradeshows, and sales meetings

Cottage Grove, Mn

Design ad pieces fast and effectively. Develop a skill to learn software programs quickly. Conduct the handling of print bids and quotes with a wide selection of printer representatives. Resourceful in finding artwork and related materials for ads. Perform computer, copier, and printer technical help. Work with managers, buyers, and printers to make a wide variety of print pieces: labels & upc’s, envelopes of various sizes, posters, black and white/color booklets, signs, banners, etc. Create monthly specials, on-demand ads, and various pricing/quantity reports. Key Achievements:• Reduced over $24,000 printing expenses on monthly specials by printing in-house• Recreated annually the Lawn & Garden/Pet catalog • Improved the design of the monthly specials and process for printing and mailing

Sioux Falls, Sd

Organize and schedule visits to schools in South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. Provide service on current yearbook accounts and develop prospective clients. Teach computer workshops on Adobe PageMaker, Jostens Yeartech, and page design. Provide ideas for pages, themes, covers, and new techniques in photography.Key Achievements:• Managed a couple small accounts, one English-based school in Russia• Created by own work schedule and workshop program