Kate Bossi Email & Phone Number

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

• Follow specific details listed on client dockets to create custom designs and update existing files according to the deadlines provided
• Work on a variety of designs simultaneously at different stages in production using strong time management and multitasking skills
• Correspond directly with the sales department to send design proofs to clients for changes and approvals
• Preflight final design files for digital and offset printing
• Operate high speed digital printers while adjusting a variety of settings for colour and alignment
• Monitor supply of paper stock and printing toner to ensure maximum production

• Worked directly with customers to solve design challenges by offering a variety of creative solutions and complementary products
• Monitored inventory and space capacities daily to ensure stock accuracy
• Prepared the sales floor for product shipments while clearing away any cardboard, unused pallets, and bins
• Completed weekly safety checklists in both customer and coworker areas of the store
• Organized the complete product range in a way that was functional and easily accessible to customers
• Ensured that product displays were kept clean, merchandised, and updated with the most current price tags

• Worked as an assistant graphic designer at IKEA Ottawa over a six week term
• Completed 180 hours of active participation
• Worked primarily with vinyl printing and large scale graphics
• Collaborated with the interior design department during large event promotions
• Completed a variety of solo projects from the initial design stages to the final stages of printing and graphic applications throughout the store
• Followed strict branding guidelines provided by the IKEA head office for design consistency

• Worked in the casino’s restaurant as direct assistant to the servers
• Ensured the bussing stations were fully stocked at all times with all of the essential supplies such as clean utensils, mugs, napkins, and coffee
• Strong focus on table turnovers which involved changing over the table setup once customers have left in order to welcome new customers to be served
• Constant monitoring and clearing of tables as well as carrying the full dish bins to the kitchen to be emptied and cleaned
• Built strong relationships between coworkers as well as regular customers