Graphic Designer and Prepress Tech for a commercial printerDaily management of 5-10 design projects with varying priority levelsCreation of original design and branding graphicsConsult with new & existing clients regarding design creationAnalyze files provided by clients and assess suitability for printingEstimate and price paper stock usage for projectsCoordinate with clients, production staff, and vendors to set and meet project deadlinesTroubleshoot complex file issues and problem solve for solutions to prevent errorsProvide technical advice to customers via phone and email Edit and prepare files in a variety of software programs to make them usable for offset/digital printingCreate print-ready PDFs for client review, proofing, imposition, and productionCollaborate with clients on required adjustments to project design and ensure final content matches client supplied fileDouble-check proofs for quality, including clarity and alignment, before beginning a print runImage conversion, file imposition, offset plate making, creation of imposition proofs and other tasks related to prepress servicesCollaborate with pressman and bindery to prepare files for productionInspect plates for proper sensor marks, cut marks, and color separationsFlatbed scanning/modification and touchup workEdit and prep postal files for client mail projectsCross train and provide backup support for bindery tasks Maintain organizational system for archiving and managing electronic client filesPerform routine maintenance on all assigned equipment

Managed 3-5 design projects per day with varying priority levels. Designed original graphics and layouts for new clients and prepared material for production. Prepared digital files for offset and digital press work. Collaborated with the production staff on client workflow in order to meet deadlines.

Designed identity, branding, and marketing projects for various clientele.

Graphic designer and customer service representative for a small commercial printing and copy business. Designed original graphics and layouts for clients and prepared material for production. Managed design projects with varying priority levels. Worked with the public and production staff in order to meet deadlines.

Graphic Designer and Prepress Tech for a small pre-press company. Designed original graphics and layouts for clients and prepared material for production. Prepared files for offset and digital press work. Collaborated with the production staff on workflow in order to meet deadlines.