My primary duties are perfecting the DTG, DTF, and UVDTF print applications and workflows for the OvalJet and Rave DTF systems.Refine DTG print applications for all garment types on the OvalJet. Create ICC color profiles for DTG, perfect the pretreat application and curing process for all garments, and improve the overall print quality of the OvalJet.Research and test RIP Software, Image Nesting Software, and Print/Cut workflows to optimize DTF and UVDTF production. Test… Show more My primary duties are perfecting the DTG, DTF, and UVDTF print applications and workflows for the OvalJet and Rave DTF systems.Refine DTG print applications for all garment types on the OvalJet. Create ICC color profiles for DTG, perfect the pretreat application and curing process for all garments, and improve the overall print quality of the OvalJet.Research and test RIP Software, Image Nesting Software, and Print/Cut workflows to optimize DTF and UVDTF production. Test different DTF printers, UV DTF printers, and flatbed cutters to identify hardware and workflow advantages / disadvantages. Coordinate with offshore OEM's for DTF printers, UVDTF printers, and flatbed cutters for troubleshooting, installation, and workflow / hardware improvements. Tested and documented all UVDTF inks, DTF inks, adhesive powders, UVDTF A&B adhesive films, and DTF films to identify the best combination of consumables. Create ICC Profiles for UVDTF and DTF printers to maximize color gamut and Pantone accuracy. Perfect the DTF printing application to yield the best white opacity and soft hand feel for DTF transfers across all garment types. Develop and implement print/cut workflow for DTF and UVDTF production with RIP Software, and Turbine Automated Software solutions. Coordinate, develop, and test new RIP software features for DTF and UVDTF print/cut workflow with RIP software engineers.Provided onsite and remote technical support and training for the OvalJet DTG and Rave DTF system. Travel onsite to customer locations for training, preventative maintenances, emergency service repairs, and recorded service case information & documentation. Troubleshooting with AC & DC servo motors, drivers, electrical boards, high voltage electrical components, pneumatic systems, solenoids, relays, sensors, Ricoh Gen5 printheads, negative pressure ink systems, and pressurized fluid systems. Show less

As a Research and Development Technician, my primary duties were improving all aspects of the OvalJet. Modifications to existing hardware, develop new hardware and print applications, install all retrofitted or new components, develop new testing methods, and document all results and tests. Communicate and train on all improvements and changes to the OvalJet with our service team & customers.Refine DTG print applications for all garment types. Create ICC color profiles for DTG, perfect… Show more As a Research and Development Technician, my primary duties were improving all aspects of the OvalJet. Modifications to existing hardware, develop new hardware and print applications, install all retrofitted or new components, develop new testing methods, and document all results and tests. Communicate and train on all improvements and changes to the OvalJet with our service team & customers.Refine DTG print applications for all garment types. Create ICC color profiles for DTG, perfect the pretreat application and curing process for all garments, and improve the overall print quality of the OvalJet.Partner with Ink Manufacturers to test & develop new pretreatment and DTG ink set for the OvalJet. Set up tests, collect data, and accurately record results for all pretreatment & ink testing on the OvalJet. Provide solutions for hardware, pretreatment and ink system delivery, and DTG printing applications. Coordinate with internal R&D team and Ink Manufacturer chemistry team, to implement any necessary hardware changes.Coordinate with Sales & Marketing team to print all Customer Requested Sample Shirts & OvalJet Sample Shirts for promotional sales and tradeshows. Perform OvalJet Sales demonstrations for prospect customers, operate the OvalJet, and perfect the DTG print application for all prospect customer requested garments. Provide insight & support during Sales meetings after OvalJet demonstrations.Provided onsite and remote technical support for the OvalJet. Installed and refurbished new and used OvalJet systems. Travel onsite to customer locations for training, preventative maintenances, emergency service repairs, and recorded service case information & documentation. Troubleshooting with AC & DC servo motors, drivers, electrical boards, high voltage electrical components, pneumatic systems, solenoids, relays, sensors, Ricoh Gen5 printheads, negative pressure ink systems, and pressurized fluid systems. Show less

240 Tech is a vertically integrated print solutions group for DTG & DTF printing, OvalJet Industrial DTG, Rave DTF Print Systems, and Turbine software solutions.As a Field Service Technician, I provided onsite and remote technical support for the OvalJet. Installed and refurbished new and used OvalJet systems. Travel onsite to customer locations for training, preventative maintenances, emergency service repairs, and recorded service case information & documentation. Troubleshooting with… Show more 240 Tech is a vertically integrated print solutions group for DTG & DTF printing, OvalJet Industrial DTG, Rave DTF Print Systems, and Turbine software solutions.As a Field Service Technician, I provided onsite and remote technical support for the OvalJet. Installed and refurbished new and used OvalJet systems. Travel onsite to customer locations for training, preventative maintenances, emergency service repairs, and recorded service case information & documentation. Troubleshooting with AC & DC servo motors, drivers, electrical boards, high voltage electrical components, pneumatic systems, solenoids, relays, sensors, Ricoh Gen5 printheads, negative pressure ink systems, and pressurized fluid systems. Show less

Prepress Supply Inc is a Wide Format Printing Solutions Dealer that offers equipment, software, repair, and applications training. I coordinated with the Service Department to set schedules for customer trainings & equipment installations. Created estimates, documented service cases, and scheduled events in Netsuite. Performed inhouse demonstrations with equipment, software, and application workflows for customers. Installed roll fed wide format printers, flat bed UV printers, roll fed & flat… Show more Prepress Supply Inc is a Wide Format Printing Solutions Dealer that offers equipment, software, repair, and applications training. I coordinated with the Service Department to set schedules for customer trainings & equipment installations. Created estimates, documented service cases, and scheduled events in Netsuite. Performed inhouse demonstrations with equipment, software, and application workflows for customers. Installed roll fed wide format printers, flat bed UV printers, roll fed & flat bed cutters, laminators, heat presses, and RIP Software. Provide Application Trainings for Digital Printing: Color Management, ICC Profiles, Print/Cut, Sublimation, Direct to Garment Printing, UV Printing, RIP Software, and more. Offer technical phone support for customers & coordinate with manufacturers to provide solutions. Provide onsite technical services, preventative maintenances, and component replacements for wide format printing equipment and related equipments and softwares. Show less

Editted and preflighted client supplied artwork for large offset printing: Four Color Process, Spot Colors, and Spot Varnishes. Operated, calibrated, and maintained direct to plate equipment. Used the Adobe Creative Suite, RIP software, and Epson wide format printers, to accurately create and send client proofs, Print Color Proofs, and separations for plate making. Output and Organized offset printing plates per production schedules.

At BR Direct, I was responsible for editing and preflighting client supplied artwork for offset printing. Output film using RIP software,digital image setter, and film developer. Operated direct to plate RIP software and equipment. Set the print schedule for all presses, coordinating the completion of multiple components for each job . I also manage the inventory for the print department including inks, plates, all of our envelopes and paper, and other printing supplies.

Pacific Coast Sportswear is a manufacturer of custom dye sublimated sport uniforms for teams across the U.S. I created proofs and custom designs, calling out all spot colors and garment specifications. Updated all designs to current fabric patterns. Checked and approved all uniform samples for color, number/name size, and consistency. Created templates and print layouts for production.

Caliber Range Corporation is a US Manufacturer of high end residential cooking equipment. My primary responsibility was creating layouts for manuals and other technical materials, collecting necessary information & graphics, and verification of all technical information. I assisted senior designers with designs & layouts of promotional & corporate materials, brochures, and tradeshow hand outs.

Assisted Graphics Teams at various marketing and print companies. Designed and modified layouts for packaging, in-store signage, online training modules, and real estate marketing materials.

Lucid Design is a Graphic/Package Design group in downtown Portland, OR. My primary task was to implement design changes on various layouts, symbol sets, and package designs based on client requests. I was also responsible for folding and assembling packaging mock ups for client review. This was my first experience working in a fast-paced designer environment, and I thank Lucid Design for the time and lessons that I learned during my internship.

Revolve Design Inc was an Industrial Design Group for Residential and Commercial Cooking Equipment. RDI had contracts with Lynx, American Range, Montague, Twin Eagle, Viking, and more; to make improvements to their product lines. My responsibilities were overall shop organization & cleanliness, metal fabrication, equipment tear down & rebuilds, and assisting in data collection for product testing.While at Revolve Design Inc, I refined my metal fabrication skills and tested my ability as an… Show more Revolve Design Inc was an Industrial Design Group for Residential and Commercial Cooking Equipment. RDI had contracts with Lynx, American Range, Montague, Twin Eagle, Viking, and more; to make improvements to their product lines. My responsibilities were overall shop organization & cleanliness, metal fabrication, equipment tear down & rebuilds, and assisting in data collection for product testing.While at Revolve Design Inc, I refined my metal fabrication skills and tested my ability as an Industrial Designer. I used grinders, saws, MIG welders, Oxyacetylene Welding & Cutting torches, Plasma Cutters, and a variety of hand tools on a daily basis. I assisted in part designs for various cooking equipment applications, and learned to efficiently tear down and rebuild appliances for testing new parts. I learned how to accurately collect data, set up control & variable tests, and develop logical tests & data points for sometime abstract testing of cooking equipment. Show less