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Brian Bryson

Franklin Park

Summary

Dynamic Production Manager with extensive experience at Wedgewood Communications, excelling in print production and vendor negotiation. Proven track record of reducing costs and improving turnaround times while managing multimillion-dollar projects. Adept at creative problem solving and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity and streamline processes.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Wedgewood Communications
Holmdel
05.2010 - Current
  • Manage all print production from development through delivery.
  • Implementation of Large format graphics for conferences and trade shows
  • Development of structural design for packaging and sales kits
  • Manage all Global Translations
  • Uploading specifications and Graphic files to client portals
  • Manage Fullfillment programs
  • Negotiation with vendors

Vice President of Production

Watermarc Graphics
Scotch Plains
10.2007 - 05.2010
  • Managed 6 Million dollars of Print collateral, POP displays, Pharmaceutical work, and fullfillment programs annually.
  • Reduced production costs and turnaround times.
  • Work with clients to help develop new creative ideas using print technology.
  • Purchased Paper, Printing, Bindery, and Fullfillment needs.
  • Research and find new sources for Printing, Materials, and Finishing.

Account /Production Manager

Prestone Printing Company
Long Island City
02.2005 - 09.2007
  • Managed 4-6 Millions dollars of Point of Purchase displays for Footlocker, Champs, and Footaction stores.
  • Reduced costs and turnaround.
  • Reduced inventory costs.
  • Develop new creative ideas by using new technologies.

Print Production Manager

Harrison and Star Advertising
New York
05.2004 - 02.2005
  • Coordinated all Pharmaceutical print collateral materials, packaging, sales aids, direct mail, publication inserts, and premium items.
  • Reduced costs and errors in magazine insertions and direct mail.
  • Managed and prioritized up to 40-60 projects on a daily basis.
  • Brainstormed with internal departments on new creative ideas.

Print Production/Creative Services Manager

Maidenform, Inc.
Bayonne
01.1998 - 05.2004
  • Coordinated creative, production, and printing of all print collateral materials and packaging materials for the Marketing Department.
  • Streamlined production process by implementing Digital Photography.
  • Created Digital Image Photo Library online for Marketing and Sales needs.
  • Reduced print and retouching costs by 30%.
  • Plan and coordinate Photo sessions.
  • Developed Strategic plan for packaging needs in Asia.

Account Executive, Customer Service Rep, Production Manager

Toppan Printing Company
Somerset
01.1986 - 01.1998
  • Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular client visits and follow-up calls.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and requirements.
  • Provided personalized service to build relationships with customers.

Education

B.S. - Industrial Technology (Graphic Arts Specialization)

Kean University of New Jersey
Union, NJ
01.1986

Skills

  • Print production
  • Project management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Large format printing
  • Structural design
  • Supply chain management
  • Creative problem solving
  • Productivity improvement
  • Knowledge of Veeva Systems software

Timeline

Production Manager

Wedgewood Communications
05.2010 - Current

Vice President of Production

Watermarc Graphics
10.2007 - 05.2010

Account /Production Manager

Prestone Printing Company
02.2005 - 09.2007

Print Production Manager

Harrison and Star Advertising
05.2004 - 02.2005

Print Production/Creative Services Manager

Maidenform, Inc.
01.1998 - 05.2004

Account Executive, Customer Service Rep, Production Manager

Toppan Printing Company
01.1986 - 01.1998

B.S. - Industrial Technology (Graphic Arts Specialization)

Kean University of New Jersey

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