Michael Kay Email & Phone Number

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

• Create assets across all our channels: direct mail, partnerships, app, web, display, social, and other digital touchpoints• Design and maintain files or templates in Figma and InDesign for use across multiple teams• Collaborate with design leadership from ACD to VP level and with various other channels like marketing, product, and ecomm to execute customer facing work efficiently• Partner with copywriters to bring the brand and seasonal expression to life in all projects while… Show more • Create assets across all our channels: direct mail, partnerships, app, web, display, social, and other digital touchpoints• Design and maintain files or templates in Figma and InDesign for use across multiple teams• Collaborate with design leadership from ACD to VP level and with various other channels like marketing, product, and ecomm to execute customer facing work efficiently• Partner with copywriters to bring the brand and seasonal expression to life in all projects while maintaining a strong customer-first experience• Dedication to ensuring efficient, high quality and timely production of designs • Juggle a mix of quick-turnaround projects, often with overlapping priorities and urgency• Make various formats of supplied assets production-ready and resolve any asset issues that arise during production• Build and maintain working files and libraries inside a collaborative file• Be self-motivated, flexible and able to thrive in ambiguity• Continually adopt new tools and practices as the work evolves• Manage work tasks, functions and time sheet using department’s project management toolSoftware proficiencies: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat), Sketch, InVision, Figma, Workfront, Perforce Show less

Richfield, Mn

• Lead Production Artist on Digital and Paper Fact Tags (price tags) • Lead the Promotional Sign program by creating or updating templates, ensuring copy and imagery follow all approved guidelines• Maintained the design of the pricing tags and incorporate new requests due to legal or retail concerns• Assisted in final file preparation that adheres to brand guidelines• Created dielines and mockups as necessary• Preflighted files and upload to print vendors• Worked as a… Show more • Lead Production Artist on Digital and Paper Fact Tags (price tags) • Lead the Promotional Sign program by creating or updating templates, ensuring copy and imagery follow all approved guidelines• Maintained the design of the pricing tags and incorporate new requests due to legal or retail concerns• Assisted in final file preparation that adheres to brand guidelines• Created dielines and mockups as necessary• Preflighted files and upload to print vendors• Worked as a Project Manager in addition to my current role as needed during times of high project workloads or coverage when the team was understaffed (PTO, Medical, etc.)• Built prototypes in house or with external vendors for various project typesSoftware proficiencies: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, After Effects), Workfront, Smartsheet Show less

Arkansaw, Wi

• Developed all promotional materials to include; website, posters, raffle tickets, etc.• Supported the process from start to finish, developing, revision history, printer and technical support• Provided follow-up service at most of their special events

Shakopee, Mn

• Gained knowledge of inks and the ability to mix PMS colors• Interpreted job tickets, set up 5, 8, and 10 color web presses, completed make-ready and ran 1 color to 10 color PMS, four color process jobs and specialty jobs, while maintaining clean and registered print quality• Gained knowledge of pressure sensitive stocks and paper types to ensure proper paper is used per the job ticket• Documented all job history on proper forms and in the PSI System accurately

Hudson, Wi

• Developed all promotional materials to include; posters, raffle tickets, etc.• Supported the process from start to finish, developing, revision history, printer and technical support• Provided follow-up service at most of their special events

Hudson, Wi

• Promoted three times within first 14 months. Other positions held: Electronics Team Member, Guest Service Attendant, Sales Floor Team Member, Logistics Team Member• Lead a fast, fun and friendly checkout team, including all training, coaching, and disciplinary action of team members• Directly supervised and created the schedule for over 60 team members in the department• Communicated effectively with in store management and management in other stores• Acted quickly to… Show more • Promoted three times within first 14 months. Other positions held: Electronics Team Member, Guest Service Attendant, Sales Floor Team Member, Logistics Team Member• Lead a fast, fun and friendly checkout team, including all training, coaching, and disciplinary action of team members• Directly supervised and created the schedule for over 60 team members in the department• Communicated effectively with in store management and management in other stores• Acted quickly to resolve guest concerns• Managed team schedules and checkout traffic• Maintained a clean, great-looking store• Delivered accurate product placement, signing, pricing and labels• Built and developed relationships with outside vendors• Communicated with store management to meet all goals daily• Monitored and maintained inventory for the store• Provided guest service as needed during store hours• Kept inventory moving and stocked within set time limits, never missed a deadline Show less

Hudson, Wi

Guest Experience Captain responsibilities:• Provided samples of the Signature Sauces to new and returning guests• Provided samples of one of the 20 tap beers and signature food items• Helped plan fundraisers (Eat Wings, Raise Funds) and activities (Fantasy Football Draft Parties)• Helped ensure guests are having a great time during their visitServer Responsibilities:• Drove Guest Loyalty• Educated and informed, entertained and engaged.• Ensured accurate order… Show more Guest Experience Captain responsibilities:• Provided samples of the Signature Sauces to new and returning guests• Provided samples of one of the 20 tap beers and signature food items• Helped plan fundraisers (Eat Wings, Raise Funds) and activities (Fantasy Football Draft Parties)• Helped ensure guests are having a great time during their visitServer Responsibilities:• Drove Guest Loyalty• Educated and informed, entertained and engaged.• Ensured accurate order placement and POS entry Show less

Naperville, Il

• Worked as a Host, Bartender and Delivery Driver.• Customer Service• Cash Handling• Task and Time Management• Timed Deadlines

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Printing Management, Graphic Design