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JORGE L. SOTO
144 Rockhill Drive
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 431-6691
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging and responsible position which would effectively utilize prior experience, training and abilities and that is offering opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma & Vocational School Graphic Arts Program
STRENGTHS
Twenty-one years of experience with a variety of printing equipment. Supervisor experience. Bindery experience. Problem solver. Self-starter, hard worker, quick learner. Professional. Excellent customer relations and communication. Computer skills. Printing equipment maintenance abilities. Extremely quality consciencious. Experience in running: Ryobi 3200, 2800, 2900, 3302, Heidelberg GTO 4 color press, Heidelberg Quick Master 46, Heidelberg windmill. 4 color Heidelberg 49 GTO/Perfector, A B Dick presses, Tech lighting UV System, and Boum folders with right angle.
EXPERIENCE
Docuprint
Longwood, FL
April 2011 to Present Pressman & Bindery Specialist
Prepared press or production. Coordinate jobs with scheduler and prepress. Handle most maintenance of press. Produce and verify color for accurate printing. Maintain press log of maintenance issues. Perform other duties as assigned and/or required. Ensure an exceptional customer experience
Digital Propaganda Inc.
Winter Park, FL
May 2007 to June 2011 Supervisor
Printed complex four-color assignments to meet customer expectations. Was responsible for quality all the way to the customer. Worked with metal plates on all jobs. Did a large quantity of Perfector assignments. Printed large number of printing everything from newsletters to brochures for high level customers. Worked from envelopes to 12 x 15 large sheet format. Used Dolgrum water system with fans. Performed troubleshooting and maintenance of Heidelberg. Installed most critical parts such as drying lights and rollers. Set-up, prorated and maintained various press to meet daily production deadlines. Conducted regular maintenance and repairs on press to limit downtime. Cleaned and maintained work area including machinery to maintain safety requirements.
Print One Direct
Marietta, GA
June 2003 to May 2007 Senior Lead Pressman
Managed numerous projects. Conducted research. Scheduled meetings and appointments. Organized and maintained paper and electronic files for office. Prepared press for production. Coordinated jobs with scheduler and prepress. Handled most maintenance of press. Produced and verified color for accurate printing. Maintained press log of maintenance issues. Performed other duties as assigned and/or required. Ensured an exceptional customer experience.
John J. Czelusniak
7920 Narrowleaf Dr.
Blacklick, OH 43004
H- 614-604-7898 C – 252-341-0302
jczelusniak@yahoo.com
Objective: To obtain a Management position, that can utilize the talent, and experience that comes with a proven track record of implementing change within organizations, and achieving measurable results.
My positions with the companies listed on my resume, have given me the knowledge that products must meet customer expectations for quality, be within budget, and generate profitable results for the Company.
Employment History:
From February 2011 Vertis Communications – Columbus Division Columbus, OH
to October 2011
A - 5000 + employee, newspaper inserts printer, using a variety of wide, and narrow heat-set web presses. Sales $1.3 Billion
Columbus Division – nine press lines 250 employees Sales $70MM
Manufacturing Manager
The key leader of the facility, and has accountability for the achievement of the plant’s performance objectives and manufacturing within budgeted cost guidelines. Responsibilities included safety, morale, materials management, labor cost management, process improvement, process efficiency, preventative maintenance, equipment operations, plant housekeeping, and product quality. The position had direct responsibility for the Press, Bindery, Prepress, and Maintenance Departments.
• Evaluated SOP’s in place, and worked with the Lean/Quality Manager to establish processes to meet customer expectations
• Carried the methodology of elevated quality, zero defects, using 5S, Kaizen, and “lean manufacturing” principles to the Plant floor, reducing credits to customers by 1000%
• Involved in training of managers and employees, and the evaluation of all programs in place at the Columbus facility as they related to Manufacturing to meet corporate expectations.
• Suggested the need to seek alternative sources for part time employees, using a “temp to hire” process, to develop a new, tested/trained workforce, to fill vacancies and build “bench strength.
• Recommended specific training criteria to the technical trainers’ work assignments to promote more knowledge and information to prepare employees for succession.
• Initiated procedures within the plant to increase productivity and continue to drive down waste.
• Met with new and existing Customers, CSR’s, and Sales group to understand their expectations for quality.
From December 2009 Fineline Graphics, Inc. Columbus, OH
to December 2010
60 employee, high quality, sheet fed printer, with full finishing capabilities, mailing, and fulfillment. Sales of $11MM
Plant Manager
Overall responsibility for all aspects of the Operation, including Production, Planning, Scheduling, Materials Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Facility Management, excluding Sales and Accounting.
• Responsible for all scheduling and supervision of the production planning reps, and all manufacturing areas, while keeping head count as low as possible.
• Worked with ownership to establish a more robust mailing capability through equipment acquisition, and the addition of more qualified employees.
• Established Quality control standard for intricate color matches with standard deviations of no more than +/- 3 points for their largest customer, and consistency of product throughout the print run.
• Established additional production efficiencies.
• Manufactured 10% more product through this facility then in the prior year with less personnel.
From September 2006 AccuCopy of Greenville, Inc. Greenville, NC
to September 2009
A 65 employee, primarily digital print, and finishing operation, concentrating on short run color and B&W work, including election ballots. Sales of $10MM
COO
Responsible for all aspects of the business. This included HR, day to day manufacturing issues, Quality control, material procurement, inventory control, and facility management, Safety, HAZMAT, shipping and receiving.
• Introduced, trained, and implemented a completely new MIS system to the Company allowing for quicker and more accurate entry of jobs into the plant.
• Researched, did ROI studies, recommended, and purchased new, more efficient equipment for this growing facility.
• Worked with existing personnel to establish SOP’s, and incorporate TQM.
• Worked in conjunction with the ownership to plan for sales growth with new and innovative products.
• Reorganized facility for more efficient workflow allowing for a reduction in costs, while realizing growth, and providing higher standards for quality.
• Successfully worked with IT to establish Web to print portals, generating sales growth.
• Met with outside vendors on a regular basis to negotiate better material cost and offsite services cost.
October 2004 Great Lakes Integrated Inc. Cleveland, OH
to September 2006
A 110 employee Commercial Printing Company with 4 divisions, specializing in Print (sheet fed and web), Digital POD, Digital Asset Management, and Fulfillment. Sales of $25MM
VP of Operations
Full responsibility for all aspects of the Operation, including, Customer Service, manufacturing, Quality assurance, materials procurement, maintenance and facility management (safety, compliance), excluding Sales and Accounting.
• Worked closely with Sales, and Financial departments to increase sales while increasing bottom line growth.
• Implemented a “Total Quality Initiative” to insure consistent quality at all times.
• Rewrote all SOP’s to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Researched, recommended, and implemented new MIS systems during this period.
• Successfully helped keep the operation profitable during very difficult economic conditions, by recommending and making decisions necessary for company survival.
• Managed the implementation, and integration of new workflows to automate the order entry process, and flow through the MIS system, and company software.
October 1992 Modern International Graphics, Inc. Eastlake, OH
to September 2004
80 employee, high quality commercial sheet fed printing company.
Sales of $18MM
VP of Operations
Overall responsibility for all aspects of the operation, including Human Resources, Production, Quality Control, Materials Procurement, and Facility Management, excluding Sales and Accounting.
• Introduced two smaller printing companies that merged to structured strategic planning, quality control, and the need for measuring data to achieve sales goals.
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service and Financial departments to increase sales while increasing bottom line growth. Company sales and profits doubled during the period from 1992 – 2000
• Implemented total quality programs allowing the company to work with ISO certified companies.
• Successfully negotiated for the company, four Union contracts during an extremely difficult period in the printing industry.
• Responsible for the purchase, installation, and implementation of over $10 million in new equipment. Researched, recommended, and implemented two MIS systems during this period.
• Successfully helped keep the operation viable during very difficult economic conditions, by recommending and making the” hard decisions.”
• Put in place, safety rules and regulations, attended various seminars and conferences, and routinely handled visits from state and local fire, safety, and insurance reps.
Carpenter Reserve Printing Company Cleveland, OH
October 1978 90 employee, sheet fed commercial printing company. Sales of $10MM
to October 1992 VP of Manufacturing
• Began my employment as a CSR, and was promoted through Purchasing, Production Manager, Plant Manger to Vice President
Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Management & Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY Graduated 1978
AAS degree in Graphic Communications Management & Technology (full scholarship)
Cuyahoga Community College, Parma, OH
Numerous Professional management seminars and continuing education in TQM, Lean Manufacturing principles, ISO 9001, Kaizen, 5S, Management, Human Resource, Government regulations, and Safety Practices.
References: Available on LinkedIn and by request
George A. Collier
3123 Monument Avenue, Richmond, VA 23221 • 804.359.6844 • 804.467.2525(c)
gccampix@vcu.org
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
• 30 years experience in print production in consumer package printing
• Skilled in engineering, scheduling, and managing complex projects
• Experienced in sales and client technical support
• Proficient with most associated computer programs
• Participated in industry technical associations and standards groups
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Southern Graphic Systems 2005 - 2011
Senior Project Manager and Technical Sales
• Developed, with Altria packaging specialists, the Graphic Technical Services process with Altria. This service provides, under contract, assistance in specifying, planning, and executing graphic development of much of Altria’s packaging, from creating specifications in Altria’s SAP system, to assisting in graphic media approval.
• Development of a Filemaker Pro database used in conjunction with SAP R3, to track specifications, related data and scheduling, while optimizing workflow.
Quantum Resources; 2004 - 2005
Contracting to Philip Morris in Packaging Services
Packaging Services Consultant
• Responsible for engineering, managing, and completing graphic arts projects, including execution of regulatory projects, such as Singapore Graphic HW and USDF implementation. Interacting with Corporate Operations, Commercial Development,
Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and International Headquarters. Work with outside suppliers in the development of packaging required for new brands; ensure compliance with specifications, costs, the quality of materials and delivery dates, monitor and control the production of cigarette packaging materials, requiring on-site graphic, color, and converting approvals before final production.
MeadWestvaco Corporation 1980 – 2003
Consumer Packaging Division, Richmond, VA
Senior Graphics Project Manager 1993 – 2003
• Successfully managed product development, working with sales, management, and customers, for both offset and gravure, maintaining graphic compatibility between processes, capturing benefits associated with both processes.
• Managed integration of company processes with graphics delivery programs of major clientele as Proctor & Gamble, Philip Morris, Brown & Williamson, Wrigley, and
Perseco.
• Advised and guided graphic development of Wrigley Eclipse US brand release, implementing specialized imaging techniques to achieve optimum production and client satisfaction, including conversion from foil substrate to a metallic ink system & embossing, with a cost advantage of 15%.
• Managed development cycle of new United Parcel Service brand mark for paper mailing materials, working with clientele creative services, monitoring the conversion of design to a spot color system, enabling optimum press color control across supply chain.
Assistant Art Director 1983 – 1993
• Devised, created, and managed a digital press control system, standardizing of all press marks, and a densitometric tracking system for process control, optimizing start ups.
• Established, with the ink supplier, a standardized ink and proofing system, enabling final engraver proofs which closely predict final press results, allowing more rapid press startups, and superior color match.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture Degree – VPI & SU (Virginia Tech)
Following graduation taught photography for the College of Architecture for three years.
Northstar Training, Norfolk, VA – various graphics and printing application programs
MILITARY SERVICE
US Army
Occupational Specialty in Photography and Photographic Laboratory, including 1 ½ years of teaching in the Army Signal Corps photography school. One year tour in Viet
Nam. Honorable discharge with the rank of E-5.
INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS
Gravure Association of America – Committee Chairs:
Digital Input Specifications Committee and Packaging Proofing Task Force
Committee for Graphic Arts Technology Standards – Task Force member:
STF2 Packaging Standards
Digital Graphics Imaging Technologies Association –
Charter member: Packaging Committee
Special Recognition Award in 1997 for text and illustrations for Production Ready
Electronic Files, a handbook of best practices for digital packaging art.
George McCoy 1535 Jackson St. Sidney, NE 69162 706-570-5963 Cell phone geomccoy3@yahoo.com I am seeking employment in a Graphic Arts related field fully utilizing my expertise in Color Reproduction, correction and retouching in Photoshop. Highlights of Skills and Qualifications * Expert knowledge and use of Adobe Photoshop. * Strong Color Management skills. * Excellent color-matching skills to original artwork, samples and color swatches. * Highly skilled in high-end color retouching of challenging images, such as model photography. Strong image manipulation skills. * Create fast and accurate clipping paths. * Highly experienced in digital capture of original artwork and subsequent color matching for Fine Art Giclee reproductions. * Very experienced manager, leader and team builder. Very positive with excellent people skills. * Highly skilled in Process Improvement Engineering and leading and teaching through Continuous Process Improvement in a positive atmosphere. Work Experience 2007 to Present Color Imaging Specialist Cabelas, Sidney, NE I am responsible for very accurate color matching of digital files provided from our in-house studio and vendor supplied images to original clothing and hardgood samples. 2004 to 2006 Color Representative Quad Graphics, Thomaston, GA I was responsible for making digital color corrections as well as retouching for a number of challenging clients. Much of the work I did was for the fashion industry in NYC. 2002 to 2004 Prepress Supervisor Craftmaster Printing, Auburn, AL I was responsible for the management and day-to-day operation of both the Prepress and Composition Departments. I was responsible for profitability of the departments, writing cost analysis of projects and reviewing profitability with the company President. I worked closely with our sales staff in support of our existing client base as well as working with them to acquire new clients. I transitioned the department to become fully digital in operation. 2000 to 2002 Prepress, Photo Studio and Fine Art Giclee Supervisor Litho-Krome Co, a division of Hallmark Cards. Columbus, GA I was responsible for the digital photographic capture of all original artwork and the subsequent color corrections made in Photoshop by my staff of Imaging Specialists and myself. The process involved very high-end multiple color lithographic and giclee color management in the production of very high quality Fine Art Reproductions. 1997 to 2000 Color Manager Wallace Graphics, Silver Springs, MD I was responsible for the color scanning, Photoshop color correction and retouching of digital images. I upgraded and redesigned the scanning and prepress departments. The redesign and process improvements resulted in faster turn-around times and greater accuracy and profitability. 1983-1997 Color Scanner Operator and Assistant Prepress Manager Peake Printers, Cheverly, MD I operated the DS 757, 808 II, 777 and Scitex Smart Scanner and produced very exacting color separations. I made color corrections and performed retouching on the Scitex Prisma as well as in Photoshop. 1978 to 1997 Foreman and Scanner Operator, Lanman/Dominion, Richmond, VA I created high quality color separations utilizing the Magnascan 510 color scanner. As Foreman, I supervised both the conventional film as well as the digital separations. Education I graduated Cum Laude from Chowan University with my degree in Graphic Arts and Printing Technologies. I am a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals. I will be in the Richmond and the Central Virginia area and available to meet from May 18th through May 23rd, 2011 should you desire an opportunity to meet. Charles A. Cuffee Jr. 218 Gregg Street, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 Home: (757) 543-5347 / e-mail: cuffeejrcharles@yahoo.com Objective Seeking a challenging and rewarding career in the Printing Industry utilizing my seven years of experience as a lead press operator. Education 2000: GED, Department of Corrections Education, Lawrenceville, VA 23868 2004: Certificate, Department of Corrections, Print School, State Farm, VA 23160 Vocational Training 2005-2007: Journeyman License, DCE Print School, State Farm, VA 23160 -
Completed a 24 month Printing Apprenticeship Program -
Completed 200 Hours of classroom instruction and 4,000 hours of on the job training -
Eanred Journeyman License as a Offset Duplicating Machine Operator Experience 2004-2011: Virginia Correctional Enterprises, State Farm, VA 23160 Presses Operated II, Hamada VS 34 LSII. Hamada RS 34II, Hamada RS 34 LSII, Hamada DU 34, Hamada 248-CX-SF, (Helper - Ryobi 662H and Ryobi 662PFH) Job Skills -
Printed multicolored letterheads, books, business cards, and brochures -
Experience with mixing various ink colors according to job specifications -
Consistently met production deadlines with exceptional quality standards -
Follow all safety guidelines according to OSHA and Industry standards Special Award 2010: Certificate, Department of Corrections Education, State Farm, VA 23160 2010: Certificate, Department of Corrections Education, State Farm, VA 23160 References Furnished upon request | 2820 N.E. 22 CT. POMPANO BEACH, FL. 33062 | 954-821-0111 tpete7@bellsouth.net | | Objective | To get back into the workforce | | Experience | 2000-2010 Tucker-Castleberry Printing Atlanta, GA. Cutter/Folder Operator - Also operated MBO folder’s Combo/B-30/B-20.
| | | 1997-2000 Kennickell Printing Savannah, GA. Cutter Operator -
Operated Polar 117 ED, and Polar 96 EMC cutters. -
Ran Stahl B-30 folder, B-20 & B-14 folder’s. -
Once in awhile I would get on the Muller Minuteman sticher 6-pocket’splus cover. | | | 1995-1997 Executive Printing Marietta, GA. Cutter Operator -
I ran the Polar 117 ED and Polar 96 EMC cutters. -
Helped out on the sticher when needed. -
General Bindery work as needed. | | | 1995-1995 Geographic’s Atlanta, GA. Cutter/Folder Operator -
Polar 96 EMC cutter -
Stahl B-30 folder’s | | Education | 1981-1982 California State College San Bernardino, CA. | | Interests | Computer Application’s | | Tips | I have been in the printing industry since 1985. I prefer to work on second or third shift. | Catherine Ann Dewberry 1130 Zion Branch Road Saluda, VA 23149 Home phone (804) 758-1124 Cell (804) 549-1973 Qualifications: Familiar with all aspects of offset printing and finishing. Extensive experience with customer service and production. Management, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and payroll experience. Very detail oriented. Experience: Printing Plus, Newport News VA Dec 1997 – Present First seven years as Customer Service Representative assisting customers, estimating and entering work orders. Past six years as Manager and estimator. Duties include: Managing employees in all departments, estimating, order entry, customer service, scheduling, working with all outside vendors, ordering all supplies, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll. Westland Printers, Burtonsville, MD 1995 – 1997 Customer Service Representative – Responsibilities included: Writing up orders to put work into production. Scheduling and tracking jobs by using the Hagen software system. Working closely with three full time and two part time outside sales representatives. Coordinating projects with estimating, electronic prepress, pressroom, finishing and bindery. Working with customers. Checking all incoming and outgoing proofs for accuracy based upon the specifications on the jacket and proofreading. Nebel Printing, Rockville, MD 1992 – 1995 Production Coordinator – Responsibilities included: Coordinating work from conception to final delivery, working very closely with customers and employees. Assisted with estimating. Ordered all supplies including stock for jobs in house. Scheduled work with many outside vendors. Supervised customer service representatives and all shop employees. Quality control of all proofs and finished jobs from all departments. Approved billing for accounts payable and receivable. Royster Printing Services, Chesapeake, VA 1983 – 1992 Working Shop Foreman – Responsibilities included: Supervising and organizing work for a shop of 13 employees. Estimating. Assisted plant manager with production and quality control. Operated Hamada 600, ATF Chief 217, Multi 1250, Multi 1275, Multi 2066 printing one, two, three and four color. Also operated Baum folder, collators, hole punch, velo binding, spiral binding, stitchers, Champion paper cutters and vertical camera. Education: Diploma, Floyd E. Kellam High School, 1977 Personal: U.S. Citizen Available upon appropriate notice References available upon request Shanice N. Morgan OBJECTIVE: to obtain an entry-level graphic design position that will allow me to visually communicate using various methods and contribute to the creativity of the company. EDUCATION James Madison University; Harrisonburg, VA Bachelor of Fine Arts; Fall 06-Spring 10 Major: Studio Art Emphasis: Graphic Design J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College; Richmond, VA Dual-Enrollment: Graphic Communications; Fall 04-Spring 06 SKILLS Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop; relief, intaglio, and monotype printmaking; page layout; interface design (web); photography; bindery; package design; typography; Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint; typing skills INTERNSHIPS/WORK EXPERIENCE Women’s Basketball Manager James Madison University; Harrisonburg, VA; October 08-April 09 Art Volunteer Women’s Resource Center, Harrisonburg, VA; August 07-April 09 Volunteer Boys and Girls Club; Harrisonburg, VA; September 06-April 09 Sales Associate Aeropostale; Richmond, VA; May 08-August 08 Art Volunteer NAACP, Harrisonburg, VA; August 07-April 08 Courtesy Clerk Ukrops; Richmond, VA; May 05-May 08 Graphic Communications Intern ColorTree; Richmond, VA; January-June 06 ACTIVITIES Centennial Scholars Program; scholarship program at James Madison University that includes study halls, small group meetings weekly, large group meetings bi-weekly, and community service; August 06-present WOC (Women of Color); devoted to the support and nurturance of the mind, body, soul, and spirit of women; August 06-May 07 WORKSHOPS Group workshop with Gregory Gersch (Creative Director of eyebeam), Jim Nuttle (Illustrator and Designer) and Doug Fuller (Graphic Designer); Harrisonburg, VA; November 09 MEMBERSHIPS AIGA DC Chapter 2010 REFERENCES Available upon request PETER F GONZALVES III 2000 Valerie Drive Midlothian, VA 23114 804-464-2813 • Multifaceted manager with many years of experience • Production Manager/Coordinator • Customer service • Accomplished contract/vendor negotiator • Qualified estimator • Excellent written and communication • Skilled problem solver HOLE IN ONE GRAPHICS, LLC – Skilled consultant responsible for handling customer projects from conception through to final delivery with a “whatever it takes”, results oriented and quality service attitude. Current Production Manager for a NJ based Marketing Research Company. Responsibilities: Coordinate printed materials and large format printing. Manage and finalize production of presentation materials and negotiate trade work with vendors in NJ and Richmond, VA.. Estimating, scheduling, packaging, shipping and deliveries as needed to meet deadlines for continued customer satisfaction. MANAGEMENT - Purchased a print/copy franchise and managed all day-to-day business with five (5) employees. Effectively increased annual sales from $100,000 to $320,000 then sold the business for a 150% profit. Successfully reorganized a Minuteman Press franchise for an absentee, retired owner and maintained workflow functionality. While slashing overhead and preventing lay offs which increased its productivity and teamwork in all areas of production leading to customer satisfaction.Responsible for overseeing a small print/copy shop for new, absentee owners and educated them in how to manage their business. OPERATIONS – Learned the printing industry from the ground up. Project coordinator, production supervisor, accomplished contract negotiator, personable customer service representative, hiring, training, coordinating production schedules and supervising of staff. Experience in the areas of estimating, billing, receivables, and payables, handling payroll and contract negotiations in addition to maintaining inventory of supplies and supervising production staff.. Organized, well spoken with great communication, written and people skills. POSITIONS HELD Owner/Consultant – Hole-In-One Graphics, LLC - VA Production Consultant – Midlothian, VA and Denville, NJ Owner and Manager of a Minuteman Press franchise – Secaucus, NJ Manager of two print franchises for absentee owners – Ramsey, NJ and Pompton Plains, NJ VP with TriDimensional Graphics, LLC in NY, NY COMPUTER SKILLS Quark, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, WordPerfect, Nero, Inspiration V.8 EDUCATION A.A.S., Electronic Engineering Technology, DeVRY INST. OF TECHNOLOGY B.A. program Business/Accounting, PROVIDENCECOLLEGE (2 yrs), Dale Carnegie Course DCC768 1992 H&R Block Training Program 2009/2010 (Continuing education in tax laws and preparation.)
Gary L. McCants 8334 McClellan Rd. Mechanicsville, Va 23111 Cell-804-779-7856 gary1920@aol.com Objective I’m looking for a position in management with a company that will allow me to use all of my existing skills and experience, as well as expand my abilities and be allowed to grow within the company. Qualifications With 20 years in management I have learned how to successfully implement and facilitate new initiatives, turn unproductive and unmotivated employees, departments, and companies around and making them not only productive but also profitable.I am very versed in helping to turn around companies. My ability to work with every department in the company allows me to give more insight to becoming more successful. · My company was faced with an upcoming layoff of 30 employees. I was able to save every job and $500,000.00 per year in unnecessary overtime and temporary labor by combining shifts and changing hours. · I have been very successful at helping to build a new customer base while maintaining good relationships with existing customers. · I have been able to train many potential supervisors and customer service representatives, and successfully managed a very inexperienced sales staff. · I have good marketing skills and the ability to multi-task and think outside the box to see the big picture. · I have been very successful at negotiating pricing for new equipment purchases. · Over the years, I have been able to save my company a considerable amount of money in reduced vendor cost without sacrificing the quality of materials we purchase, as well as placing outsourced jobs in the correct arena. Professional Affiliations I have been very active in multiple printing industry associations: · Printing & Imaging Industries of Maryland · Printing Industries of Virginia, Binding Industries of America · Printing Industries of the Carolinas · Printing & Graphics Communications Association Work History M & G Auto Salvage & service Mechanicsville Va. Owner 3-08 to 4-10 Close due to economy The Hickory Printing Group 1-07 to 1-08 725 Reese Drive Conover, NC 28613 Operations Manager/Bindery Manager Left due to company downsizing · I am responsible for scheduling company wide · Job planning · Corporate growth · All job schedules · Bindery · Shipping · Mail Fulfilment · Daily Operations · Purchasing · Outsourcing · Staffing · Coordinating work between our three plants Carter Printing Company 2007 N. Hamilton Street Richmond, Va. 5-03 to 7-06 Bindery Department Head, Purchasing, Outsourcing Manager Left due to complications to surgery .I was going to be out 6 months · All staffing, including hiring and discipline · Approved all job schedules & set department schedule · All outsourcing · Purchasing · Capital expenditure projects · Direct production · Writing and implementing procedures · Quality control · Day to day operations · All special projects Specialties Bindery Inc. 4815 Lawrence Street Hyattsville, Md. 20781 1995 to 2002 Executive Vice President Left due to company closing · Day to day operations · Directed sales and marketing · Directed customer service · Directed estimating & purchasing · Directed production, quality control & warehouse · All special projects and government contracts · Approved all job schedules · Training of all supervisors and customer service representatives · Writing company policies & procedures · Budget / profit & loss · All outsourcing · Capital expenditure projects · All staffing including hiring and discipline Virginia Binding Inc. Richmond, Va 1993 to 1995 Night shift Plant Manager I left this company to grow into upper management · Established second shift · Hired and developed training program for all employees · Wrote policies and standards · Scheduled work flow · Quality control, on time delivery · Budget for shift and profit & loss · Established company wide procedures and maintenance program · Managed all functions of the plant Creative Screen Print Richmond, Va. 1991 to 1993 Bindery Supervisor Left due to Company bieng in financial trouble · Directed all bindery, finishing and shipping and receiving functions · Performed duties of purchasing agent, traffic manager, & quality control · Special project coordinator Byrd Press Richmond, Va. 1984 to 1991 Lead Person I left to pursue management opportunities · Progress very quickly through the ranks of machine operator · This allowed me to start my management career References Upon Request
______ K E N N E T H A. C W I DAK_____ 321 Hunter Ave. Joliet, IL. 60436 Home: 815/528-6501 Cell: 630/280-0048 OBJECTIVE To obtain a challenging position utilizing organizational and interpersonal skills applicable to a diverse business environment, with the opportunity for professional growth. EXPERIENCE Store Manager - Manage all store functions including scheduling, ordering, freight processing and all day-to-day store activities as directed. Performs all opening and closing procedures. Protects and secures all company assets, including store cash. Adheres to all policies and procedures including OSHA safety guidelines. Provide leadership and direction to associates as appropriate to include utilization of daily planner and index cards. Maintain a professional and friendly environment with customers, subordinates and supervisors. Maintain sales floor to company standards to include recovery. Assists with evaluating, recruiting, hiring, training, motivating and counseling of associates. Processing of all required reports, documents, and memos. Perform any other duties requested within the scope of policy or procedures. (Sally Beauty Stores, 2003-present). Owner/Vice President of Operations-Responsible for review of all financial operations, including A/P, A/R, financialstatements, purchasing and inventory. Direct and supervise a staff of 7. In charge of quality control, market analysis and prepare miscellaneous reports for an independently owned and operated family hair salon franchise. (Fantastic Sams, 1999-2004). IPW Operator-Started as a 4-8/C stripper for offset, flexo, and gravure packaging pre-press. Promoted to Image Processing Workstation Operator. Responsible for creating cylinder layouts with the CCS Program, by Ohio Electronic Engravers including line screen/compression, gamma, step, repeat, and/or sequential rise or drop using images scanned into the system from film, bromide, or digital images from Mac based desktop systems for multiple production facilities. Generated postscript files on the Mac using Adobe Illustrator. Prepared and checked Encad Nova Jet proofs. (Intaglio Vivi-Color Alliance, Ltd., 1994-2000). Pre-Press Supervisor- Organize, plan, schedule, coordinate and troubleshoot all pre-press web and sheet-fed department production. Direct, supervise and train a crew of 9. Responsible for quality control, purchasing and safety. (Action Printing, 1993-1994). Pre-Press Manager- Started as a 4/C stripper. Attained journeyman status. Promoted to working shift supervisor. In charge of camera, stripping, platemaking, optycopy, b/w scanner, proofing and a crew of 6. Demonstrated skills and ability to assume increased responsibility. Promoted to pre-press manager of a 3-shift operation. Managed a crew of 25-30. Responsible for set-up, operations, (including 4/C scanner and 4/C DS America Sigmagraph System 3000), personnel, training, troubleshooting, inventories, purchasing, computer projects, payroll and reporting. Acquired new management field experience and skills. (TAS Graphic Communications, Inc., 1989-1993). Camera Department Supervisor- Performed all aspects of camera, stripping and platemaking for web offset presses. Progressed to working shift supervisor. Planned, directed and oversaw a crew of 5. Acquired new technical and supervisory field experience. (Webco Press, Inc., 1985-1989). Platemaker/Proofer- Prepared and checked silverprints, color keys, matchprints and plates for web and sheet-fed presses. Assisted with inventories, camera and light stripping work. Prepared reports. Acquired technical field experience. (Pendell Printing, Inc., 1983-1984). EDUCATION -Printing Management, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI., 1982 A.A.S.-Printing, Ferris State University, Big Rapids, MI., 1981
Kenneth Templeton (256)732-3142 press-op @live .com Objective To join a progressive company in a challenging, growth-oriented career position using knowledge, skills, and abilities gained through proven experience. Professional Summary Results-focused, Innovative and dependable team player with twenty four years of proven experience as a pressman in the field of commercial printing. Skilled in the set up, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various printing press's. Recognized by management and peers for integrity, dependability, and flexibility in consistently meeting demanding work loads, on-time or ahead of schedule. Effective organization, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to work well with others or independently. Equipment with Experience of Operation. 640 Heidelberg Speedmaster 102 Perfector. 640 Mitsubishi W/Coater, and UV ink and coater capable. 626 Shinohara W/Coater. 429 ManRoland. 529 Sakurai W/Coater Diddie 8/Color VIP Web. UV Capable. Fan Fold, Sheet, or Roll to Roll. Interchangeable cylinder's. Could print 14", 17.5 or 22" work on same press. 40 Inch Polar Mohr Cutter. Harris 10 Station continuous forms collator. Various Other Equipment Related To The Printing Industry. 6400 Edna Taylor Pkwy. Madison Wi. 53716-3763 Contact: Norm Turtle From July 1985 to December 1990 Litho Productions Inc. (608) 271 -8100 2814 Perry St. Madison Wi. 53713 Contact: Jim Mier From January 1990 to March 2004, 14 years Signature Press Inc. (715) 824-5050 3261 Hwy. 161 Amhurst Junction Wi. 54407-0274 Contact: Sue Gladowski From August 2004 to November 2005 First Class Printing. (931) 433-6264 600 6th Ave. Fayetteville TN. 37334 Contact: Phvllis or Timmv Reed From Tune 2006 to December 2006
ANDREW R. POWERS 1294 Ashford Park Drive Glen Allen, VA 23059 H (804) 262-5780 C (207) 332-1205 EXPERIENCE Wise Business Forms Portland, ME Press Operator: April 2004 to June 2010 Operation of four unit Didde printing press Analysis of customer job order and corresponding press set up Quality control of printed business forms Correct Building Products Biddeford, ME Extruder Operator: July 2003 to April 2004: Monitor quality of deck board being produced Maintain extruder equipment Operate fork truck Spencer Press, Inc Wells, ME Second Press Operator: October 1991 to August 2003: Operation of web offset presses; Heidelberg Harris M1000B double web eight unit, M110 five unit, M3000 eight unit Ink and water balance and registration Four color process printing Supervision of packing and shipping of finished printed materials and training crew members Plummers Marina Shapleigh, ME Outboard Engine Mechanic : March 1991 to September 1991 Repair and maintenance of Force and Chrysler outboard engines General upkeep of grounds and marina Higgins and Heart Gloucester, MA Carpenter: January 1990 to February 1991 General carpentry from framing to finish Milling of rough lumber Custom cabinet making
Damon K. Mattheus: 25148 Pennywort Terrace Stone Ridge, Virginia 20105 ejmattheus@comcast.net Cell-859-537-7190 Objective: Adding growth and experience to a well established company. 2002- Present Agility Press-Jacksonville, Florida Director of Operations, Purchasing Press Mechanic, Press Instructor, Maintenance, Inventory Control & Shipping (everything including UPS) 2002 SM74XLP (perfector) CIP 3 & CIP 4 CP2000 4/color with coater 2002 QM-46 2/color Printmaster 2002 QM-46 2/color Printmaster with Thermography 2002 Polar 92 Cutter 2002 MBO Folder 1997-2002 Tags & Labels Printing-Hallandale, Florida Part-Time Pressman and Press Mechanic 5/color GTO Printmaster 2/color GTOS CPC 1.02 1/color GTO- UV coating with conveyer Conventional stripping 1991-2002 LaserImage Printing-Miami, Florida- Manager Manager, Pre-Press and Press Mechanic and Maintenance Heidelberg MOZP 2/color Heidelberg GTOPZ 2/color Polar 76EM Cutter Stahl B-20 - 20x26 8-page folder Conventional stripping 1997-2000 Top Drawer Printers-Miami, Florida Pieceworker Pressman Piece Worker; Komori Lithrone 2/color 20x26 MBO 20x26 8-page folder Conventional stripping 1985-1991 Hartley Press-Jacksonville, Florida Pressman 2/color Heidelberg GTOZ 46 4/color Miller 36”, Miller 40” Baum Folder - 32-page pagination 1982-1985 Marion County Harley-Davidson Manager, Sales, Purchasing and Customer Service Education 1982 Vanguard High School 1989 Heidelberg Eastern School-Advanced Training 1997 Allied Technical School-Pressroom consumables Awards 2004 GATF Northeast Print Show-1st runner up 2005 GATF Northeast Print Show- Best of Show and 1st place 2006 GATF Northeast Print Show - 1st and 2nd place
Gary T. Weiford 405 John Street (804) 503-0868 Ashland, VA 23005 gweiford@yahoo.com CORE STRENGTHS Focus on quality control and completing all projects on time and within budget. Proven project management and analytical skills coupled with a photographic eye for color. Able to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness. QUALIFICATIONS -
Excellent interpersonal skills; easily develop rapport with people from diverse backgrounds; experience working with individuals in broad range of occupations. -
Effective customer and vendor relationship management with outstanding troubleshooting, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. -
Multitask and prioritize in fast-paced environments. -
Understand production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for effective distribution of services. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Premier Colors, Ashland, Virginia Offset Pressman, 2003 to Present -
Operate and maintain a Ryobi 3404 DI offset press. -
Examine job orders to determine details such as quantities to be printed, production times, stock specifications, colors, and color sequences. -
Monitor feeding and printing processes of presses in order to maintain specified operating levels and to detect malfunctions; make any necessary adjustments. -
Perform in-house printing operations to produce business cards, letterhead, envelopes, brochures, and promotional pieces. -
Inspect printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications, and external defects. -
Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed: install printing plates, rollers, feed guides, and cylinders in machines according to specifications. -
Adjust rollers and maintain them to set specifications. -
Effectively document press operations. -
Quality Control Analysis — Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. -
Adhere to OSHA, the EPA, and the Fire Department regulations. ACT Printing, Richmond, VA Offset Pressman, 2001 to 2003 Dave Jones and Associates, Richmond, VA Offset Pressman, 1995 to 2001 Virginia Department of Transportation, Richmond, VA Transit Data Technician, 1993 to 1995 A & M Photo Enterprises, Long Beach, CA Laboratory Technician, 1990 to 1992 -
Supervised enlargement work. Maintained color balance of equipment. -
Mixed developing solutions according to established formulas. Process control of E-6, C-41, EP-2 and RA-4. -
Performed maintenance and repair on equipment. Photo Art Company, Fredericksburg, VA Operations Manager, 1985 to 1988 ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Customer Service Representative, Berkey Photo, Alexandria, Virginia, 1980 to 1984 Quality Control Technician, Dynacolor Corporation, Alexandria, 1978 to 1980 CERTIFICATE Printing Trade Certificate, Richmond Technical Center
George W. Pollard, Jr. 1417 Overlook Street Richmond, VA23224 804-232-3353 sugarfoot47@gmail.com Objectives Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural difference. Thrive in deadline-driven environments. Excellent team-building skills, Education Appomattox High School 6/12/1965 Experience · Laminating Operations Supervisor · Q/A Lab Technician Reynolds Packaging Group formally ALCOA Flexible Packaging/Reynolds Metal Co. 01/18/1971 – 08/31/2009 Job Responsibilities include inspection of production material, to ensure the material met customer specifications. Skills Excellent customer service skills. Works well under pressure in fast paced environment. Proven ability to take charge of a project as well as give communication and motivation in the work place.
George Hoal 2570 Winding Creek Lane Franklinton, NC27525 Phone 804-387-2505 E-mail georgehoal@yahoo.com Objective My goal as an experienced supervisor is to utilize my complete knowledge of the offset and flexo printing industry, pre-press and production processes, color and quality process, graphic development and litho finishing process to attain excellent quality and customer satisfaction in the products produced. Work experience 2007 - 2009 Jostens Printing Winston Salem, NC Pressroom Supervisor · Jostens is a high quality yearbook and commercial printer. As Press Supervisor, I was responsible for employee training, weekly press maintenance, reducing waste and make ready times, employee staffing, ordering departmental supplies and attaining press production goals, while maintaining high color reproduction and quality standards. My supervisory skills include; leadership, problem solving, team building, open communication and organizational skills. · Equipment: 56” KBA 8/C with perfector, 40” 2/C Man Roland with perfector, 40” 6/C Heidelberg with tower coater, 40” 6/C Aykiama with tower coater, and a 40” 2/C Heidelberg with perfector. 2006-2007 B & B Printing Richmond, VA Pressroom Supervisor · This is an ISO certified Commercial printer, printing agency work, annual reports, monthly magazines and brochures. As Press Supervisor my responsibilities included communicating with customers, performing color approvals and quality inspections, training, reducing waste and M/R times, ordering departmental supplies, implementing intra-company processes and developing procedures. I am experienced in Spectrophotometer management, Color and Quality management. I am knowledgeable in graphic development and the terminology of graphic creative industry. · Equipment: 40” 6/C Heidelberg Speedmaster with coater and perfector, 29” 6/C Heidelberg CD press with coater and extended delivery, and a 29” 2/C Heidelberg with perfector. 2000 - 2006 Carter Printing Richmond, VA Pressroom Supervisor · This is a high quality commercial printer, which print brochures, monthly publications, annual reports, box wraps, and books. My normal responsibilities included performing color approvals, quality management and working closely with customers and consultants on press approvals. Quality inspection includes; checking for copy content, critical line-ups, registration and trapping. I managed the plate room, pressroom and bindery. I was responsible for preparing maintenance schedules, continuous quality and process improvement, procedures and reducing down time and waste. · Equipment: 56” 6/C Mitsubishi with coater and extended delivery, 40” 6/C Mitsubishi with coater and extended delivery, 50” 2/C Planeta with perfector, 40” 5/C Komori with a roll back coater, 40” 2/C Heidelberg and a 36” 2/C Heidelberg. 1994 - 2000 Field Container Salisbury, MD Pressroom Manager · This is a high quality folding carton printer with Offset and Flexo printing on various types of packaging substrates. Experienced with “on-press” color and ink draw down approvals, implementing quality control measures and continuous process improvement. Set up maintenance schedules for entire pressroom. Worked with Customers, Coordinators, vendors and management on a daily basis. Responsible for the plate room, die cutting and finishing departments. I succeeded in my personal goals to reduce waste by 50% and reduce down time by 30%. · Equipment: 40” 7/C Heidelberg, 50” 6/C Planeta with roll back coater, and a 60” 8/C Miehle with coater. Education 1968 -1971 Suitland High School Suitland, MD Business 1971 - 1974 GAIU Union Hall Wash. DC Basic Pressman-ship and Advanced Pressman-ship Training Courses · Leading Workforce Diversity · How To Manage Hourly Employees · Workplace violence and Sexual Harassment · Mission, Vision and Values · Dealing with Change · Ergonomics and Lean Manufacturing · Planeta Training · Heidelberg Training · Quality Overview Seminars · Fork Truck · Lockout Tagout training Ethan S Greenberg
269 Wiltshire Rd Wynnewood, PA19096-3334 610-213-3295 esg26@drexel.edu Education DrexelUniversity, Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Anticipated Graduation Date: April, 2010 Marketing and Management Information Systems Experience uAmplify, inc. Wayne, PA Associate Marketing Manager March 2009 to Present • Perform online observational studies on wide range of brand websites • Manage and oversee online research projects for marketing interns • Establish relationships with clients and analyze client needs • Update and maintain online content for company related sites • Create advertising plans and develop pricing strategies DrexelUniversity I-School Philadelphia, PA Work Study October 2008- June 2009 • Created folders for graduate students interested in online studies • Assisted students with general questions related to online studies • Filed and organized files and paperwork for online students • Distributed mail to department staff PhiladelphiaSchool District Philadelphia, PA Fiscal Transpass Co-op March 2008- September 2008 • Organized paperwork and documentation for public and private schools • Compiled and inputted receipts received from bus drivers • Audited and reviewed financial bus contractor documents • Assisted parents with queries on bus scheduling and related queries • Organized and reviewed substitute driver and bus accident reports IWorkwell, Incorporated Philadelphia, PA Marketing Research Intern July to September 2007 • Created database of content compiled from competitors websites • Researched human resources websites and gathered information from them • Reformatted and restructured human resources articles • Assisted in editing and reformatting content on company website Comcast Corporation Philadelphia, PA Assistant to Project Manager April to June, 2007 • Prepared meeting recaps for project managers' daily meetings • Revised and updated project plans, project portfolios and project timelines • Communicated with project managers on project status' and updates • Developed and maintained databases for background information on projects DrexelCopyCenter Philadelphia, PA Work Study November 2005-March 2007 • Assisted customers with general printing and copying requests • Processed printing requests on a daily basis • Provided tutorials on using Photoshop and Microsoft programs • Filed departmental printing forms Computer Skills Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Publisher Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Access Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Project Microsoft Visio Visual Basic Programming in SQL, PHP, HTML Honors & Activities • Creating Excellent Organizations (CEO) Program, Drexel University- 2005-06, 2008-09 • Sports Writer and Editor, Drexel Triangle Newspaper- 2005-2008 • Business Learning Community, Drexel University- 2005-06
Bradley D. Mykins 142 Bloxom DriveNewport News, VA23608 (757)329-3453 BDMykins@aol.com OFFSET PRESSMAN Offset Pressman in the folding carton industry for the past 16 years Total of 25 years in the printing industry in both packaging and commercial WORK EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING SHOREWOOD PACKAGING CORP.. NEWPORT NEWS,VA 05/95 TO PRESENT LEAD PRESSMAN LEAD PRESSMAN KBA RAPIDA 51" 8 COLOR 2 COATERS AND PERFECTOR Responsible for producing high quality process work Business is primarily hair color for customers such as Revlon, Loreal, Proctor and Gamble 9 years of experience running UV curable inks and various water based and UV coatings Produced cartons on foil board for customers such as Nike Extensive experience running perfector primarily for Blister cards Instrumental in the start up of two KBA RAPIDA 7 COLOR PRESSES Produced cartons with conventional inks on: Planeta Varimat 55" 7 color and Roland Rekord 7 color 40" FLOWERCITY PRINTING ROCHESTER, NEWYORK 08/84-05/95 Started as a general service worker after being honorably discharged from the Army Served as an apprentice on various Man Roland presses Advanced to the level of a First Operator on a Man Roland 40" 7 color press Primarily ran commercial work and label packaging SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND SPECIALIZED SKILLS Impeccable attendance record No safety incidents in 25 years Served on many Improvement Teams including, Waste reduction, Quality, Safety Trained in color management Dedicated to performing preventative, daily and on going press maintenance Solid electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills Responsible for training and mentoring crew members Working knowledge of digital prepress and plate making Capable of mixing and altering inks for color Consistently meet press targets, Key Performance Measures, QUALITY FIRST REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST John J. Czelusniak 1405 Addison Ct. Winterville, NC 28590 H- 252-509-4171 C – 252-341-0302 jczelusniak@yahoo.com Objective: To obtain a managerial position with a company that can utilize the talent and experience that comes with the proven track record of implementing change within organizations and achieving extraordinary measurable results. My positions with the companies listed on my resume, have prepared me for the fast paced, “need it now,” mentality of today’s customers, and also given me the knowledge that it must be right, on time, and within budgetary limitations. Employment History: September 2006 AccuCopy of Greenville, Inc. Greenville, NC to Present A 70 employee sheet fed and digital print facility with an array of Heidelberg equipment that includes thermographic, waterless, conventional print and 2 Halm Jet envelope presses. Digital print is supported by 4 Kodak Digimasters and HP Indigo 3050 and 5000 presses. The company specializes in short run, quick turn around work with variable print capabilities with complete finishing operations including mailing and fulfillment. Sales of $10MM Operations Manager Full responsibility for all aspects of the print related operation, including digital and lithographic print, Prepress, Bindery Mailing, and fulfillment (excluding Sales and Accounting, although I worked with these departments intimately). Note: My employment contract is not being renewed due to corporate downsizing, and I will not be employed after September 1, 2009 October 2004 Great Lakes Integrated Inc. Cleveland, OH to September 2006 A 110 employee commercial printing company with 3 divisions that covered, high quality print utilizing a half web, 3 Heidelberg 40” sheet fed presses capable of running up to 7 colors plus coating. Digital print utilized 2 Kodak Nexpress units, 2 Kodak Digimasters and finishing, Digital Asset Management, mailing and fulfillment. Sales of $25MM Vice President of Operations Full responsibility for all aspects of the print related Operation, including digital, lithographic print, finishing and facility management, excluding Sales and Accounting. · Worked closely with Sales, and Financial departments to increase sales while increasing bottom line growth. · Researched, recommended, and implemented new MIS systems during this period. · Successfully helped keep the operation profitable during very difficult economic conditions, by recommending and making “tough” decisions necessary. · Managed the implementation, and integration of new workflows to automate the order entry process, and flow through the MIS system, and company software. · Implemented a “Total Quality Initiative” to insure consistent quality at all times. · Rewrote all SOP’s to increase efficiency. October 1992 Modern International Graphic, Inc. Eastlake, OH to September 2006 A 90 employee, high quality sheet fed Union printing company that included 2 - 40” six color Komori presses with coaters, a 6 color 26” press with coater, digital print Using a Xerox I-Gen press, and large format printing and finishing. Sales of $18MM Vice President of Operations Full responsibility for all aspects of the print related Operation, including digital, lithographic print, finishing and facility management, excluding Sales and Accounting. · Work closely with Sales, Customer Service and Financial departments to increase sales while increasing bottom line growth. Company sales and profits doubled during the period from 1992 – 2000. · Successfully negotiated for the company, four Union contracts during an extremely difficult period in the printing industry. · Responsible for the purchase, installation and implementation of over $10 million in new equipment, including taking the company from analog prepress to full digital prepress production, and the installation of three fully automated printing presses · Researched, recommended, and implemented two MIS systems during this period. · Have successfully helped keep the operation viable during very difficult economic conditions, by recommending and making the tough decisions necessary during these times. October 1978 Carpenter Reserve Printing Company Cleveland, OH to September 1992 A 90 employee high quality printing company that evolved from hot type’ to electronic image setting, digital image setting, and into DTP. Printing equipment included 4 and 6 color 40” presses capable of perfecting. Stitching, folding, die-cutting and various finishing operations. Sales of $10MM. 1989 – 1992 Vice-President of Manufacturing and Plant Manager Responsible for all facets of the physical plant, including building maintenance, environmental concerns, Human resource issues, all department managers, and employees that reported to them. Responsible for new equipment recommendations, ROI’s and acquisitions. Oversaw the purchase, installation and implementation of over $5 million in new equipment Full P & L responsibility and documented reductions in rework while improving processes in all departments. · Responsible for all facets of the physical plant, including building maintenance, environmental concerns, Human resource issues, all department managers, and employees that reported to them. · Responsible for new equipment recommendations, ROI’s and acquisitions. · Oversaw the purchase, installation, and implementation of over $5 million in new equipment. · Full P & L responsibility and documented reductions in rework while improving processes in all departments. 1984 – 1988 Plant Manager and Production Manager Responsible for the production, scheduling, and on-time delivery of all print related orders. Created a new Customer Service, order entry system that allowed for the reduction in time required to enter orders into the system. · Responsible for the production, scheduling, and on-time delivery of all print related orders. 1981 – 1983 Production Manager and Purchasing Manager Created and maintained a new equipment loading system (Scheduling Board) that tracked all in-house orders, (99% on-time delivery). · Created and maintained a new equipment loading system (Scheduling Board) that tracked all in-house orders, (99% on-time delivery). 1979 – 1981 Purchasing Manager · Responsible for accurate inventory control, and day to day purchasing of print related materials. 1978 -1979 Customer Service Representative Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Printing Management
Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY AAS degree in Graphic Communications Management & Technology (full scholarship) Cuyahoga Community College, Parma, OH Numerous professional management seminars and continuing education in management and human recourses Professional Organizations: Past Officer of the Council of Young Executives, of the Printing Industries of Northern Ohio, (PIANO) President, two different terms. 20 year member of the Advertising and Production Club of Cleveland Treasurer of The Graphic Arts Council of Cleveland Member of the Printing Industries Association of Northern Kentucky and Ohio (PIANKO) Northern region, Board of Directors Member of the Printing Industries Association of Northern Kentucky and Ohio (PIANKO) State Board of Directors Professional Awards: Inducted into the Graphic Arts Council of Cleveland “Hall of Distinction”, a prestigious honor given to a Graphic Arts professional for lifetime achievement in the Print and Advertising community of Cleveland. Chelsea Ponter 8375 Arthurs Ct. Pomfret MD 20675 240.346.9657 crponter@comcast.net www.vistasmurals.com Education Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts / Minor in Spanish Towson University 8000 York Rd, Towson MD 21252 Art Illustration concentration Honors College Program, Deans Honor Roll consistently Work Experience Art Services, Towson University 8000 York Rd, Towson MD 21252, 410.704.2276 Supervisor: Jim Lasher Employed January 2006 - May 2008 Job Title: Student Graphic Designer Worked with clients to create graphic designs. Also participated in team projects & installations. Michaels Arts and Crafts 3026 Festival Way, Waldorf MD 20601, 301.638.5669 Supervisor: Brandon Pryor Employed May 2005 - January 2007 Job Title: Head Cashier Key holder to all cash registers, front of store management, customer service desk, closing duties Job Title: Custom Framer in Framing Department Frame assembly, customer service, cash register duties. Brewhouse Coffees 403 N. Charles St, La Plata MD 20646, 301.934.7929 Supervisor: Jim Turner Employed March 2003 - May 2005 Job Title: Barista Coffee/espresso/novelty drinks, cash register, café food preparation, retail stocking, cleaning duties. Volunteer Experience House of Ruth, Maryland - B’More Bags 2201 Argonne Dr, Baltimore MD 21218. 410.261.3027 Supervisor: Terri Wurmser Volunteer March 2009 - Present Assisting in sewing handbags to raise money for the House of Ruth, MD. House of Ruth, Maryland - Gateway Project 2201 Argonne Dr, Baltimore MD 21218, 410.889.0840 Supervisor: Jana Mauro Volunteer January 2009 - Present Painting murals outside Gateway staff office windows. North Baltimore Center 2225 N. Charles St, Baltimore MD 21218, 410.889.0840 Supervisor: Cynthia Cannizzaro Volunteered March 25, 2009 Instructed two classes of 20 students each about mosaic process. Art demo contributed to Total Health Day. Mural Experience Sheppard Pratt Health System 6501 N. Charles Street, Baltimore MD 21285, 410.938.3000 Supervisors: Rick Wallace, Rickie Wilmoth, Ruth Jordan Employed Jan 2007 - Present Murals done in Comfort rooms, hallways, kitchen areas. Worked in Adolescent Male & Female, Autistic and Geriatric Units. First mural commission was on a volunteer basis. House of Ruth Maryland 2201 Argonne Drive, Baltimore MD 21218, 410.889.0840 Supervisor: Jana Mauro Mural Work January 2009 - Present Volunteered to paint mural on concrete wall outside staff windows. Made possible by financial contribution from Towson University. Family Place to Play 3443 Rockefeller Ct, Waldorf MD, 301.632.6833 Employed May 2005 - August 2005 Murals done in party room, main playroom, bathrooms. Residential Contracts Mural Work March 2003 - Present Please inquire about private mural contact information.
Stanley Wayne Patterson 11805 Pleasanthill Ct.Richmond, VA23236 804-241-9889 pattersonst@verizon.net OBJECTIVE Experienced Electromechanicial Technician with proven electromechanically troubleshooting skills in the semiconductor industry seeking opportunities to advance innovations and increase productivity. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS - Twenty years of electromechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on semiconductor equipment.
- Ability to successfully utilize effective organizational and oral presentation skills.
- Dedicated individual; achieving a reputation for consistently going beyond what is required in customer service and support.
- Able to interface and coordinate effectively with various engineering, production, management, and support groups to address production and/or equipment issues.
- Monitor, maintain, and performs a variety of complex repairs on semiconductor fabrication equipment.
PROFESSIONAL WORK HISTORY Equipment Technician, Qimonda, Richmond, Virginia 1999-2009 - Primary point of contact for the NIKON toolsets, as it relates to qualifications and diagnosing equipment failures.
- Performs preventative maintenance as scheduled on photolithography equipment.
- Completed vendor training (TEL Lithious Coat/Develop track, NIKON SF 130,140,150,and CYMER Laser)
- Coordinated tool installs and performed acceptance testing before the tool was released for full production.
- Facilitated the training of co-workers on equipment operations, chemical handling, diagnostics, and repair of our primary toolsets.
- Participated on cost cutting, throughput, and equipment capability teams.
- Completed training in electrical, chemical and mechanical safety awareness (Electrical safety, Fire extinguisher, Hazardous Waste, Material Handling, and Laser Safety)
Equipment Technician, Intel Corporation, Rio Rancho, New Mexico 1993-1999 - Responsible for preventative maintenance and intermediate repairs on photolithography equipment.
- Utilized SPC to monitor tools and products for optimal performance.
- Completed training in CPR, SCBA, Chemical spill cleaning, Atmosphere Monitoring Devices (i.e. MDA, TLD, and MX251), Fire Extinguisher.
- ERT (Emergency Response Team) member for 5 years.
- SSI 150/500 coaters and developers.
- NIKON Step/Repeat System Body 4,7,and 12
Equipment Technician/Skills Trainer, Harris Semiconductor, Palm Bay, FL 1989-1993 - Responsibilities demanded profiency in repairs, calibrations, and preventative maintenance on MTI coaters/developers and Perkin-Elmer Exposure tools.
EDUCATION RETS Electronic Institute – Associates of Applied Science (EET) REFERENCES Available upon request James Solomon Ard Jr 2142 Tower Road • Margarettsville, NC 27853
Home (252) 589-2326 • Cell (252) 578-9397 OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in the printing industry that will allow me to utilize and further build upon my knowledge and skills to contribute to the company’s future goals. EDUCATION: • 2005-2009: B.S. Graphic Communication with a minor in Applied Business and Associate’s in Printing Production and Imaging Technology; Chowan University, Murfreesboro, NC. • 2001-2005: High School Diploma, Northampton County High School-East, Conway, NC. EMPLOYMENT: • May 2008-August 2008: Sales, Prepress, Production, Shipping; Internship at Labels Unlimited; Virginia Beach, VA. • September 2005- May 2009: Package delivery, Mail carrier; Work Study at Service Enterprise (mailroom) at Chowan University. (During school year) • Summer 2006 and 2007: Tree care, Scouting cotton; Creekside Farm Nursery; Jackson, NC. • September 2003-August 2005: Cashier, Customer Service, Stocker, Clean up; Turner’s Drive-In; Seaboard, NC. VOLUNTEER WORK: • World Changers mission trips. (Similar to Habitat for Humanity) 2006: Fort Pierce, Florida 2004: Vicksburg, Mississippi 2003: Charleston, West Virginia 2002: Atlanta, Georgia • Various hurricanes clean-up activities within my community during high school. • I have helped out with various church fundraisers for mission work in the community and beyond; Galatia Baptist Church; Seaboard, NC. AWARDS AND HONORS: 2009: • Graduated Chowan University with Magna Cum Laude • Chowan University Most Outstanding Graduate in Graphic Communication 2008: • Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 2007: • William A. Krueger Scholarship from Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation • Member of the North Carolina Phi Chapter of Alpha Chi National Honors Society • The Print Industries of the Carolinas Award of Excellence for Screen Printing Two or More Index Colors 2006: • Alpha Lambda Delta Member (Freshman Honors Society) • PICA Special Judges Award for Offset Lithography Four Color Process 2005: • Graduated high school: 8th out of 109, National Beta Club Member, Honors Graduate, and North Carolina Academic Scholar • Chowan University Merit Scholarship • Jordan Scholarship 2004: • Small Business and Entrepreneurship Student of the Year, Northampton County High School-East References available upon request Douglas D. Luck Qualifications Having twenty five plus years in this field, starting back with a multilith single color press, to running several different knives, folders, and stitchers, plus three years of management of third shift at Cadmus Graphic Solutions. I look to achieve a position with the skills I have learned in the printing industry. Core professional competencies include: - Extensive knowledge and experience with equipment such as Polar, Lawson, Harris, Stahl, Mbo, Baum, Muller Martini - Three years of leadership experience at Cadmus Graphic Solutions - Over a years experience in management at the Bindery Supervisor at Spectrum Press. - Cost reduction and budgeting experience - Strategic planning and project coordinating skills Relevant Experience 1985-1986 Press Operator, Copy Cat Duties: Operation and maintenance of press, as well as customer service. 1986-1987 Machine Operator, Manchester Board & Paper Duties: Third shift leader while running a sheeter and knives. 1987-1988 Shipping Clerk, Dillard Paper Co. Duties: Processing of materials through UPD, Federal Express, and freight carriers 1988-1992 Knife Operator, Worth Higgins Duties: First shift knife operator for two years. Then moved to second shift to cover the knife, folder, and shipping needs. 1992-1994 Knife Operator, Carter Printing Duties: Trim Stock for presses, as well as final trim on printed work. 1994-2000 Folder Operator, Cadmus Graphic Solutions Duties: Worked as a third shift coordinator covering the knife and folder, also learned operation of Muller Martini. 2000-2001 Stitcher Operator, Carter Printing Duties: Operation and maintenance of Muller Martini Stitchers. 2001-2006 Bindery Operator, Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Duties: Knife, folder, and stitcher operator. Also responsible for maintaining all bindery and audio equipment. 2006-2007 Knife Operator, Spectrum Press Duties: Cutting of stock and finished work while assisting other operators. 2007-2009 Bindery Manager, Spectrum Press Duties: Helping operators and filling in as needed to keep work flowing. Process shipping using UPS and freight carriers, ordering shipping supplies and parts for bindery equipment. Hiring of employees as well as the scheduling of work flow to increase production with little to no overtime needed. With the loss of several key jobs and the economic recession, Spectrum Press closed January nineteenth.
Michael Disse 2202 Lakeview Dr Powhatan, VA23139 804-921-7365 OBJECTIVE My objective is to obtain a position that will expand and make profitable use of my skills in the areas of graphic design, wide format printing, customer service, offset and digital printing. EXPERIENCE MinuteMan Press Glen Allen Graphic Designer April 2005 to Present 804.290.4407 · Graphics using software (PC) such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Pitstop Professional, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Publisher. · Prepress duties that included the production of DPM plates and maintenance of an AB Dick DPM plate system. · Offset press operator of an AB Dick 2-color (Ryobi 3302). Jobs included full color process and various other jobs suited to the equipment. Duties also included repairs and maintenance. · Digital press operator of a Konica Minolta bizhup PRO C6501 with an IC-301 print controller Creo workstation. · Wide format operator of a Mutoh 1604 value jet with a Flexi Print rip. · Customer service responsibilities to include quotes, introduction of jobs into production and billing. James River Press Offset Press Operator September 2004 to April 2005 804.230.4515 · Offset press operator of a 2-color Ryobi 3302. Jobs included full color process and various other jobs suited to the equipment. X-Zact Printing Offset Press Operator August 2004 to September 2004 804-794-9558 · Offset press operator of Mulitlith 1250 · Graphics using software (MAC) such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Quark Express. EDUCATION Powhatan High School 1992-1997 · 3 year printing course. · 1997 First place VICA/PIVA competition REFERENCES Joyce Gates CMC Printing 804.744.5787 Walter Simmons Martin 4942 Rail Drive Sandston, VA 23150 804-737-8335 | 804-389-6083 onjmwheels@verizon.net Professional Objective To seek a new opportunity that will challenge me and allow me to use my effective management skills to contribute to the goals and objectives of a new position. Summary Statement Production Management Professional with an extensive background in departmental management, including strategic planning and all areas of financial management. Particularly effective in developing people and processes to positively impact the bottom line. A diverse career history with experience with a small entrepreneurial business, a medium size company and a Fortune 500 Corporation. A self motivated individual with strong people skills, a innovative problem solver, and a goal oriented person driven towards a positive bottom line. Professional Experience | Richmond Times Dispatch, Mechanicsville, VA | 1995 - 2008 | Printshop/Commercial Ventures Manager Budgeting and Financial reporting- Created all budgets and prepared all tracking reports. Personnel Development - Provide training and coaching to enhance employee performance. Scheduling - Scheduled and staffed all incoming projects. Monitored the progress of all projects to ensure on time delivery. Estimating - Quoted all commercial printing projects. Prepared contracts for all accepted bids. Purchasing and Inventory Control - Purchased and inventoried all production materials as well as any outside services required for project fulfillment. Payroll - approved all payrolls. Initiated employee performance evaluation for pay increase or performance development. Billing - Monthly billed all clients in-house and commercial. Prepared all end of month revenue reports. Built strong teams that resulted in a quality driven highly efficient operation. Cutting expenses by 40% Created a tracking system to show departmental project histories used to cut their printing allocated budgets by 30%. Developed and lead a team to design and implement the department footprint to move the Print Shop to a new production facility. The result was a much improved production process workflow, higher morale, and an enhanced safe working environment. Instrumental in the creation of the Commercial Printing venture, resulting in new and profitable revenue sources averaging 1.2 million dollars annually. | Richmond Times Dispatch, Mechanicsville, VA | 1989 - 1995 | Print Shop Supervisor Scheduling - Scheduled and staffed all incoming projects. Monitored the progress of all projects to ensure on time delivery. Personnel Development - Provide training and coaching to enhance employee performance. Payroll - approved all payrolls. Initiated employee performance evaluations for pay increase or performance. Purchasing and Inventory Control - Purchased and inventoried all production materials as well as any outside services required for project fulfillment. Billing - Monthly billed all in-house clients. Generated a departmental printing report for each department to aid in expense budgeting. Prepress - Stripped and flatted in position all negatives for the preparation of all printing plates. Trouble Shooting - Assisted all employees in identifying and resolving all production problems. Using the resolution as a training opportunity. Transformed the operation from a low volume, poor quality with zero customer service operation, to a high volume, quality driven operation with over the top customer service. Identified, tested and implemented the change of both ink and papers to establish "House Stocks" resulting in a 30% reduction in cost / averaging $30K annually, with no negative impact on production or quality. Developed a database that tracked and generated reports all aspects of the department. | Richmond Times Dispatch, Mechanicsville, VA | 1986 - 1989 | Offset Pressman Operated and maintained a Davidson 700 offset printing press. Made plates and staged all materials for projects. Met all schedule and quality requirements. Operated various types of bindery equipment. Influenced a change in departmental mindset by demonstrating pride in the quality and quantity of my work as well as a new prospective on the meaning of customer service. | Copy Van Inc., Richmond, VA | 1967 - 1986 | Printing Plant Manager Managed all aspects of the printing production plant. Staffing, training, scheduling, quality control, pre-press and camera room, pressroom, bindery finishing, shipping and receiving. Assembled and developed a 35 member staff. Implemented job tracking and quality control systems. I was instrumental, in growing the business to a point that the two owners could sell it and retire. Education Diploma, Thomas Jefferson High, Richmond, VA Professional Development and Training A list of training is available on request. Memberships Administrative Council Chair - Providence United Methodist Church 2005 - Present Serve on the Board of Directors of the Richmond Times Dispatch Employees Credit Union 1995 - 2002 Lifetime member of The Independent Wheels - wheelchair sports organization.
Geoffrey Evans 11302 Links Ct Reston, VA 20190 (716) 583-1209 Objective Seeking a position in the printing industry where strong technical and design skills will improve efficiency. Summary -
Proficient with PCs and Macintosh Computers, skilled in Quark and Adobe Creative Suite. -
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Education Associate in Applied Science, Visual Communication Technology – Graphic Arts and Printing ErieCommunity College, Buffalo, NY May 2009 GPA 3.3 out of 4.0 Employment United Graphics, Buffalo, NY February 2009-May 2009 Intern-Prepress • Experience with the Prinergy workflow from Kodak. • Worked with InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator for resizing, color correction, and adding bleeds to make high-def PDFs press ready. • Communicate with customer to ensure satisfaction in a timely manner. Time Warner Cable,Cheektowaga, NY January 2006-May 2009 Sales Representative • Analyzed and resolved customer problems in a timely, efficient manner. • Sold diverse services and provided exceptional customer service to guarantee satisfaction and retention. • Consistently exceeded sales goals, received performance awards. Capital Management Services,Buffalo, NY April 2005-December 2005 Debt Collector • Initiated contact with third party phone accounts and set up payment options. • Communicated effectively with diverse customers, staff, and management Account Solutions Group, LLC. Amherst, NY February 2002-December 2004 Debt Collector • Performed inbound/outbound collection activity to delinquent customers. • Expedited debt recovery by providing solutions for payment. • Used skip tracing tools to locate relevant customer information to ensure collection.
DAVID J. AVESIAN PO Box 931, Vienna, Virginia 22183 (703) 682-8702 daveavesian@gmail.com CAREER OBJECTIVES A growth position in sales/marketing/management. An opportunity to use my creative and analytical skills to develop, support, and achieve short and long term growth/profit objectives. Extensive experience in sales, sales management, corporate marketing, publishing, graphics, and printing, where I have excelled in every position held. Completely open to market new lines of products, services, and relocation. LEADERSHIP AND POSITIONS HELD 2008 –2009 Administrator, Military Marketing Services, Inc., Publisher, Falls Church, VA Market military support services, travel, maps, and recreation to active and retired military personnel around the globe, selling books, pamphlets, and website services. Report directly to President. 2006 – 2007 Sales Representative, Taylor Specialty Books, Dallas, TX Opened new market and sold book manufacturing throughout SE Region. Personal sales increased from $0 to $1,200,000/yr in six months in specialty books. Reported to VP/Sales. 2003 – 2006 Sales Representative, Worzalla Publishing Inc., Stevens Point, WI Established Central and SE Regions selling children’s book manufacturing and commercial printing in 16 States. Personal sales increased from $0 to $2,000,000 annually. Reported to VP/Sales. 1997 - 2003 Sales Representative, Transcontinental Printing, Fairborn, Ohio/Montreal, Canada. Sold commercial, book, magazine, catalog, insert, and direct mail manufacturing and CD-Rom manufacturing/replication in 20 States. Personal sales increased from $0 to $5,000,000 annually. Reported to VP of Sales as will as Divisional President. 1990 - 1997 Sales Representative, Quebecor Printing USA, Vienna, VA Sold book, commercial, magazine, catalog, insert, and direct mail printing in 19 states. Personal sales increased from $200,000 to $4,500,000 annually in 4 years. Reported directly to Sr. VP of Sales. 1988 - 1990 Sales Manager, Explus, Inc., Chantilly, VA Managed four sales personnel and one telemarketer, reported directly to President. Personally sold exhibit design and fabrication, graphic design, and museum services to corporations, foundations, and government agencies in five-state area. Company sales grew 24.5% in first year. Mar-Nov 1988 Vice President for Sales/Marketing, ImageMatrix, Cincinnati, OH Managed ten sales personnel in Washington regional office, wrote contract proposals, and personally sold full service business communications, graphic design, and computer graphics. Number of corporate accounts increased 35% in six months, including many top 100 companies, Washington, D.C. area. 1979-Mar 1988 Washington Sales Manager, BookCrafters, Inc., (now Sheridan, Inc.) Headquarters, Chelsea, MI Managed satellite sales office of three salespersons plus three sales assistants and telemarketers, reported directly to V.P. for Sales and personally sold book printing to over 250 active professional accounts in DC, VA, MD, WVA, NC, and SC. Personal sales grew to $3,400,000 annually in eight years. 1988 - 1990 Leadership Trainer/Course Instructor, Professional Selling Skills III Sales Training Program (Xerox/Learning International) Taught skills of prospecting, account qualification, probing, overcoming buyer objections, and closing. 1975 - 1979 Teacher,Ann ArborPublic Schools, Ann Arbor, MI 1976 - 1977 Graduate Instructor, Psychology Department, The University of Michigan EDUCATION Office Manager Certification, The University of Virginia Continuing Education, 1983 M.A., The University of Michigan, April 1977. Education Psychology Major, with Honors, 4.0 GPA B.A., The University of Michigan, December, 1974. Psychology Major, With Distinction AWARDS Transcontinental Printing, Top Sales, SE Region, 2001, 2002 Quebecor top producer, New Accounts Closed, 1991, 1992, 1993 Class Honors at The University of Michigan, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976 Phi Delta Kappa, Honorary Education Fraternity Board, 1977, 1978, 1979 Election to The University of Michigan Board of Governors, 1978 References Available Upon Request
Karen Adrianne Jezewicz
13201 Bogie West, Apt. 2D Midlothian, VA23113 716-572-1540 cell QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE Top-performing and versatile Graphic Artist with extensive experience in creative graphic design, print ad design, prepress, customer service, and project organization and expediting. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills; a dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. Self-starter; flexible and detail oriented with strong multitasking skills. Accustomed to performing in deadline-driven environments with an emphasis on working within budget requirements. Experience in the following: PRINT PRODUTION COORDINATION TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES Operating Systems: Macintosh OS X, Windows XP, Windows Vista Software: Quark XPress, Illustrator, Freehand, PageMaker, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, CorelDraw, Baseview Pagination Newspaper Publishing Software, DTI: AdSpeed, SpeedPlanner, ClassSpeed Pagination, Microsoft Word VIRGINIA T’S, PETERSBURGVA 2006-2009 www.virginiats.com Graphic Coordinator Designed and created graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs for an ASI wholesale apparel supplier. Efficiently managed and coordinated design production from concept through completion. Worked with customers to acquire artwork for catalog overprints and personalized web pages, verified usable artwork and set up catalog proofs and personalized web sites. Collaborated with other Marketing Department members on new idea development and marketing strategies. Provided assistance for a variety of art duties. Key Achievements: -
Assisted with layout / design of annual 300 page full-color catalog. Prepared silhouette clothing stack and product images in Photoshop for catalog. -
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Set-up “Weekly Buyer’s Picks,” “Exclusively Gildan” and “Money Makers” targeted e-mail campaigns, and uploaded to server for mass mailing. Designed and uploaded other various “e-blasts” for mass mailing. MC GRAPHICS, CHURCHROAD, VA 2005-2006 Freelance Graphic Designer Provided graphic design assistance to a business design service on an as-needed basis using InDesign. Key Achievement: RICHMOND PUBLISHING, RICHMOND, VA 2005-2006 www.richmondparents.com Graphic Designer Assisted with the design and layout of two monthly newspapers, Fifty Plus and Richmond Parents Monthly using Quark. Collaborated with the newspaper publisher and sales reps to determine publication size and placement of advertising. Designed and created ads. Key Achievement: STARLINE USA, GRAND ISLAND, NY 2003-2005 www.starline.com Art Expediter / ArtAssist Representative Recruited to organize, manage, and track all incoming and in-house client artwork for an ASI promotional products supplier, and to provide assistance to customers with art-related questions. Moved jobs quickly and smoothly through the art department. Evaluated customer submitted artwork for usability and assisted clients in successful preparation of digital artwork. Assisted in daily processing of ‘remote’ orders sent from company’s Canadian plant. Processed repeat jobs and set up new artwork on templates. Key Achievements: GREATER NIAGARA NEWSPAPERS, NORTH TONAWANDA, NY 2002-2003 www.niagara-gazette.com Graphic Artist Assisted in creating four daily and two weekly newspapers. Created ads using Quark, AdSpeed and Illustrator. Paginated classifieds and death notices. Checked final page negatives, assuring that only error-free negatives were released for plating. Operated Panther RIPs, film processors and an ACTI camera. Acquired extensive pre-press skills. Key Achievements: RW PUBLICATIONS, ORCHARD PARK, NY 1997-2002 www.rwpennysaver.com Graphic Artist Designed advertising layouts to specific size requirements utilizing FreeHand, PageMaker, and Photoshop for five weekly PennySavers on a Macintosh computer. Prepared business cards, fliers, mailers, and other commercial jobs for printer. Key Achievements: EDUCATION/TRAINING Bachelor of Arts in Communications, 1997 NIAGARAUNIVERSITY– Niagara University, NY Internship as the Technical Editor of the CMS Review - Designed newsletters; researched and wrote news articles;proofread and edited articles. Graphic Arts & Printing Coursework ERIECOMMUNITY COLLEGE– Orchard Park, NY
Debra C. Matthews 133 Redbud Drive Louisa, VA23093 Phone: (757) 650-5188 Email: Debbie_Matthews@comcast.net http://www.linkedin.com/in/debramatthews OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position that will further utilize my knowledge and technical experience in the graphic communications field. QUALIFICATIONS: Digital Prepress Design/Layout Camera Work Scanning Color Corrections Film Assembly Proofing Plate Making Presswork Customer Service Job Planning Estimating Order writing Printer’s Plan Lotus Notes Application Knowledge for Macintosh/Microsoft Windows Platforms QuarkXPress Adobe Indesign Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Adobe PageMaker Adobe Acrobat Enfocus Pitstop Microsoft Publisher Microsoft Office Rampage RIP System Preps Press Touch (Creo Sitex) HP Indigo Yours Truly Designer Nexus RIP PowerLayout EXPERIENCE: Sept. 2008 – Present GRAPHICS COORDINATOR Meadwestvaco, Louisa Virginia Evaluate new art for printability. Analyze/Preflight files based on printing specifications and customer requirements. Educate and inform customers, sales, and customer service of artwork and manufacturing requirements. Maintain schedule for proofs and plates. Utilize internal software systems such as, Lotus Notes, Word and Excel as necessary to support business. Follow a preset billing model to maintain the efficiency and profitability of the graphics department. 2005 - 2008 DIGITAL PREPRESS TECHNICIAN Signature Printing, Norfolk, Virginia Job Preparation: design/layout, preflighting, ripping, imposing, trapping, proofing, plating with Rampage Workflow System and Preps. Also responsible for HP Indigo 3050 digital prepress operations, including variable data setup using graphics and database information 2001 – 2005 PREPRESS TECHNICIAN Progressive Graphics, Virginia Beach, Virginia Daily tasks include: graphic design, preflighting client files, imposing job orders, ripping postscript files, trapping, film imaging. Occasional scanning, proofing and plate making 1999 – 2001 GRAPHIC DESIGNER/PREPRESS TECHNICIAN Pierce Printing, Ahoskie, North Carolina Daily tasks include: graphic design, preflighting client files, film imaging INTERNSHIP: Teagle & Little Printing, Inc.(May - August 1998) Worked in prepress, stripping and bindery with major concentration in customer service. Observed and experienced operations first hand in these areas and gained a sense of responsibility. EDUCATION: ChowanUniversity, Murfreesboro, North Carolina Bachelors of Science in Printing Production and Imaging Technology (December 1998) Cum Laude GPA: 3.8 in major ChowanUniversity, Murfreesboro, North Carolina Associates of Science in Applied Business (December 1998) Cum Laude Cumulative GPA 3.4 SouthamptonAcademy, Courtland, Virginia High School Diploma (June 1995) REFERENCES: References and additional information available upon request. 11429 Caruthers Way Glen Allen, VA23059 Phone: 804-914-3649 Email: deblyons1@yahoo.com Objective: To continue a career in graphic arts, printing and/or advertising as a creative professional. Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts – VirginiaCommonwealthUniversity Experience: Charles Ryan Associates; September, 2001 – February, 2009 Production Manager/Graphic Artist · Responsible for procuring print bids for various types of projects from vendors nationwide. Projects ranged from simple collateral to complex multi-piece campaigns and also included out-of-home advertising, trade shows, magazine/newspaper ads and non-traditional marketing. · Made cost conscience decisions on behalf of the client by obtaining multiple competitive bids and choosing the vendor that best fit the project without compromising quality. · Handled all preflighting of electronic files, press checks and production management. · Assisted Creative Director with graphic design and layout using all programs in the Adobe Creative Suite. · Acted as sales and marketing support by being the go-to person for creative samples, proposal layout and info gathering. · Conducted seminars and plant tours for clients and co-workers to educate them on the printing process. · Able to assist in many facets of the business including brainstorming/concept development, sales and presentations, tech support and troubleshooting and administrative and accounting/billing. Cadmus Communications; November, 1999 – May, 2001 Graphic Designer · Primarily responsible for layout and design of annual reports, travel maps and brochures, magazine layouts and collateral material for a major national health care company. · Additional responsibilities included proofreading, preflighting and press checks. Printing Industries of Virginia (PIVA); August, 1993 – November, 1999 Director of Communications/Membership Coordinator · Designed and implemented all communications for the Association including a monthly newsletter and web site content. · Primary manager of state-wide “quality in print” competition. · Marketed and sold Association programs/services to procure memberships. Additional Experience: Copy General – Customer Service Representative Kwik Kopy Printing – Customer Service Representative Advanced Printing and Graphics – Customer Service Representative Other Achievements: American Council on Exercise (ACE); Certified Personal Trainer References:
| Carl R Voltz | 9534 Meadowgreen Rd.
Richmond, VA 23294 US | | Phone: 804-273-0426 | | voltzcarl@yahoo.com | | My goal is to find employment within a company where I can put my skills and experience to good use for the growth of the company, employees, and myself. | | | Completion Date | Issuing Institution | Qualification | Course of Study | | 06/1981 | Lincoln Park High School | High School Diploma | General | | press operator, Printing Machine Operators | | 09/2007 - Current | Pro Image Printing | Ashland, VA | | | Pressroom and bindery | | | | Head Pressman, Printing Machine Operators | | 12/2006 - 02/2007 | Compton Printing | Farmington Hills, MI | | | operated 40" 6 color Heidelberg Speedmaster, 3985 Ryobi, cutters and folders | | | | Press operator, Printing Machine Operators | | 08/2005 - 12/2006 | Printwell Acquisitions | Taylor, MI | | | Operated a 40" 6 color Komori with coater | | | | Press Operator, Printing Machine Operators | | 07/2000 - 07/2005 | Park West Art Gallery | Southfield, MI | | | Supervisor on 2nd shift, in charge of bindery, mailing ,personnel, production scheduling. Also operated a 40" 6-color Heidelberg Speedmaster. | | | | Press Operator, Printing Machine Operators | | 08/1998 - 01/2000 | Johnston Lithograph | Romulus, MI | | | Operated 5 color Heidelberg M.O., 6 color Komori | | | | Owen Bennis, Supervisor | | Park West Art Gallery, 2020 Five mile Rd. Plymouth, MI 48120 | | 248-504-8176 | | Business reference known for 12 year(s). | | | | Joe Ledinko, Supervisor | | Printwell, 24920 Northline Rd. Taylor, MI 48180 | | 734-941-6300 | | Business reference known for 4 year(s). | | | | Robert Salmons, co-owner | | Richmond Printing, 1807 W. BroadSt. Richmond, VA 23220 | | 804-355-4488 | | Business reference known for 2 year(s). | | | |
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