Stefanie Guay Email & Phone Number

Weldon Springs, Mo

• Collaborate closely with Production Manager and take over position when absent.• Prepare final, press-ready files based on supplied specifications for several types of printing• Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production• Package and prepare files for release to printers or media partners• Maintain production files, including fonts, images, logos and other artwork• Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time• Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the printer• Stay up to date with current graphic design trends, techniques and software• Designed & prepared files for production using Adobe Creative Suite• Use of Wide Format Printer and programmed formats (HP Latex 570) including Rip Software (Onyx Production House RIP)• Use of vinyl plotter and programmed formats (Summa 160 S2 class T series) including Composer software for plotter • Use of roll laminator (Graphic Finishing Partners 363th)• Produced Job Orders by cutting down, laminating, weeding, and masking for transfer to the installation department in a fast paced environment for deadlines• Effectively communicated with the team regarding Provided design signage proposal layouts and worked in conjunction with the Owner, Installers, Account Managers, and Production Manager to finalize clients' projectsMail out produced material for projects to client in other areas

Mascoutah, Illinois, United States

• Support external and internal communications with print and digital designs for key audiences. Deliverables include publications, campaign materials, marketing collateral, advertisements, event materials, social media graphics, email blasts, and signage.• Create designs that are consumer-focused, clear, and story-driven.• Create and maintain templates for company communications• Design and maintain website elements.• Maintain a library of graphics and stock photos.• Strong understanding of and adherence to the Wisper brand, as well as able to explain branding requirements and rules to team members.• Communicate with team members about details surrounding their requests, gathering additional information if necessary.• Participate in other projects as assigned.

St Louis, Missouri, United States

• Designed & prepared files for production using Adobe Creative Suite• Use of Wide Format Printer and programmed formats (Roland TrueVis VG-540i) including Rip Software (VersaWorks)• Use of vinyl plotter and programmed formats (Graphtec FC8600-130) • Use of heated roll laminator (RS Royal Sovereign)• Use of laser/engraver (Universal Laser System 75 watt)• Follow ADA Regulations for Utility and Building signs• Designed signage and building standards within various interior and exterior settings based on Company brand• Organized, scheduled, and designed independently assigned Job Orders completed for transfer to the installation department in a fast paced environment for deadlines• Effectively communicated with the team regarding Provided design signage proposal layouts and worked in conjunction with the Owner, Project Manager, and Production Manager to finalize clients' artwork• Demonstrated effective communication and teamwork skills by identifying and solving challenges with the team during meetings and followed specifications/formatting of art files• Develop and manage key relationships with outside vendors and suppliers, and order material based on needs of the project

Collinsville, Il

• Design work/ Desktop Publishing• Customer Service: Taking and processing customer orders• Operating Ricoh Digital Production Equipment• Cashier: Operating cash register as well as QuickBooks• Finishing Equipment Operator: GBC Binder, Coil Binder and Industrial Cutter

Highland, Il

• Followed production, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving operational problems as they arise• Identified and implemented work process improvements for example initiated a service fee for retrieval of design file recovery• Reviewed materials and information presented by the client to create a product that fits the clients needs while also considering scheduling factors• Obtained client approval by presenting final product layouts• Improved quality results by studying, evaluating, and implementing changes• Recommended changes to art, copywriting, and production departments• Keep clients informed by compiling, analyzing, and reporting results; forwarding updates, as well as answering questions and responding to requests• Kept job knowledge up to date by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and organization

Earth City

• Provided illustrations for technical manuals on the behalf of all military branches and commercial customers• Maintained client files; ensured each illustration had proper documentation for the work process and changes, re-filed documents correctly when project work was completed, filed any previously miss-filed documents as needed.• Searched and retrieved materials from departments to insure proper material locations were listed, cutting down on material search times.• Discussed requirements of brief and contract with the Head Technical Illustrator and made notes appropriate for materials for each word process.• Talked to fellow illustrators, technical writers, and engineers to gain a better understanding of the product• Visited manufacturing or production sites to view systems or equipment• Use drawing, sketching, painting, and photographic skills to create and produce illustrations for Military and Commercial Technical Manuals• Consulted with Director, seeking approval at all stages of development and making any changes as required, until gaining final approval• Followed logical workflow to determine meet illustration deadlines.• Sort, batch,and forwarded finished files to technical writers/correct departments.• With a team finished contracts on the behalf DRS SSI:• LVAC/SVAC-Navy• 60K TUNNER- Air Force• ASLAV- Australian Government• CHAMMPS- Army• Mag Controller- Navy• MTRSC- Army• Pump Rack Module (PRM)

Quincy, Il

• Worked closely with the graphic design and marketing teams to generate materials• Learned to meet daily, weekly, and long-term deadlines in a fast-paced environment• Created graphics and design layouts for projects given by Creative Director• Collaborated with the marketing department with design solutions• Learned from fellow designers how to apply design theory and advance techniques for different software• Became proficient working in Adobe Creative Suite• Continued to be enthusiastic for the design process and attentive to detail

• Responsible for reviewing and enforcing all University and Housing policies and philosophies• Familiarity with all printed material directly affecting the operation of the Housing Department• Understand the incident report process that allows for the RA to explain their situation and would be reviewed by the Hall Director• Return to campus early to attend Training sessions and all assigned staff development and training sessions during the course of the semester.• Endeavoring to involve residents in programs developed by the Office of Housing and Residence Life for residents.• Offering aid in any conflict or emergency situation as needed within any of the residence halls• Cared for University property and buildings per guidelines• Completing opening and closedown procedures for fall and spring semesters and University holiday breaks.• Remaining in the hall after its closing and returning before its opening to prepare for room‐checks and other assigned tasks.• Serving in an on‐call and desk coverage rotation during the week and weekends as required by their Hall Director.• Completing programs as part of the residential curriculum model.• Being able to perform and direct all emergency procedures.• Attending and participating in all staff meetings.• Disseminating administrative notices and announcements in a timely manner.• Supporting the work of their individual Hall Association, Residence Hall Association, and Residence Life Advisory Council.• Examined residents’ rooms for correct check‐out procedures and damages and assessing appropriate fees.• Working with residents to prevent and mediate conflicts.• Demonstrating a caring supportive attitude and endeavoring to be understanding of others whose lifestyles and behaviors vary from their own

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Communication Design

Associate Of Social Science (A.S.), Graphic Communications

High School Diploma