Amber Tanner
Rock Hill,WI
Summary
Motivated Production Artist offering 15 years of industry success. Collaborates with artists, writers and marketing leaders to translate concept designs into usable materials for diverse applications.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Artist
Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)
09.2021 - Current
- Generated marketing materials such as signage, advertising mailers and Out-of-home (OOH) advertising.
- Adjusted existing logos, characters, and other assets for different uses.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Carefully prepared design layouts into prepress files for offset, web and digital printing.
- Reviewed final files for accuracy and adherence to production standards before submission to clients.
- Assisted in Content Management and Data Processing positions across other accounts when needed.
- Applied knowledge of printing standards to create high-quality images.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
- Showed flexibility in learning how to use in-house asset databases and automation software.
- Assisted in Content Management and Data Processing roles across other accounts as needed.
- Trained new hires and cross-trained team members for Production Artist, Content Management, and Data Processing roles.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
Journalbooks
10.2014 - 03.2020
- Laid out and sent proofs for up to 300 promotional notebooks and calendars a month depending on order income.
- Prepared files for production based on the method chosen by the customer (print, hot stamp, and/or silkscreen).
- Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems while leveraging personal expertise to find appropriate solutions.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Graphic Designer
Anita Goodesign
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Demonstrated ability to take on various roles to provide range across projects.
- Scanned in stitched-out embroidery designs, color corrected, and masked them in Photoshop.
- Laid out packaging for seven or more embroidery design collections per month.
- Created aesthetically pleasing advertisements that complemented products for web and print.
- Updated the printed item catalog that contains over 700 design collections as needed.
- Coordinated, created, and scheduled content, designs, and periodic updates to the company website.
- Put together videos for social media, advertising, and informational purposes.
- Researched trends and projected changes in the design industry in order to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
King's College
Charlotte, NC12.2009
Skills
- Layout design
- Branding and identity
- Adobe creative suite
- Print production
- Layout planning
- Design principles
- Logo design
- Time management
Timeline
Production Artist
Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)
09.2021 - Current
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
Journalbooks
10.2014 - 03.2020
Graphic Designer
Anita Goodesign
08.2010 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
King's College
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