Beth Lowe
Rochester,MN
Summary
Production & graphic design professional with over 10 years of experience in printing, publishing, and high-volume production environments. Skilled in production workflows, print specifications, process documentation, and quality control. Experienced in managing multiple deadline-driven projects while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Known for strong collaboration, problem-solving, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LPA - AP Digital Scanning
MAYO CLINIC
Rochester, MN
12.2021 - Current
- Follow and document established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for specimen processing.
- Assist with training and mentoring new employees on workflow procedures and laboratory systems.
- Identify and resolve process issues related to specimen handling and documentation.
- Maintain strict quality control and patient identification accuracy.
Creative Director & Graphic Artist
GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
Austin, MN
08.2014 - 12.2021
- Separate spot colors & lay out images for screen printing specs.
- Ripping film output to image-setter & processing with film chemistry.
- Manage multiple production workflows simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
- Monitor print production specifications and ensure accuracy of final output.
- Coordinate with vendors and production partners to maintain quality control standards.
- Develop custom designs while adhering to corporate branding and production requirements.
Senior Graphic Designer
HAMMER DIRECT LLC
Minneapolis, MN
09.2008 - 08.2014
- Planned & created various printed & digital materials such as brochures, direct mail postcards, posters, reports, publications, illustrations, training materials, booklets, sign-age & calendars.
- Communicated & worked with client's needs regarding projects & their necessary revisions.
- Managed multiple projects at once, in various stages, & under very tight deadlines & budgets.
- Reviewed final productions for errors & ensure that final prints reflect client specifications.
Education
B.S. - Media Arts & Animation
THE ART INSTITUTES INTERNATIONAL MINNESOTA
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Photo Retouch & Color Correcting
- Print & Digital Design
- Wordpress Web Design
- Color Theory
- Branding
- Custom Illustration
- Project Management
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- Indesign
- After Effects
- Lightroom
Timeline
LPA - AP Digital Scanning
MAYO CLINIC
12.2021 - Current
Creative Director & Graphic Artist
GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
08.2014 - 12.2021
Senior Graphic Designer
HAMMER DIRECT LLC
09.2008 - 08.2014
B.S. - Media Arts & Animation
THE ART INSTITUTES INTERNATIONAL MINNESOTA