Brooke McKinley
Digital Production Manager/Operator
IN
Summary
Enthusiastic Digital Production Manager/Operator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Adobe Layout Programs, Ricoh Printer operations, Color consistency and training in Graphic Design. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the digital production field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Production Manager
Superior Print
Sellersburg, IN
09.2021 - Current
- Remained highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Assessed final products to check quality and consistency with creative vision.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Produced high-quality brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
- Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
- Proofed all job orders, securing client approval prior to production.
- Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
- Employed root cause analysis to troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
- Analyzed account workload quantity, complexity and due dates to predict and prevent problems.
- Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Macs Hideaway
New Albany, IN
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Developed print materials such as brochures, banners and signs.
- Used Software to create images and layouts.
- Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Created designs for graphics and writing content layout for Type book.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Coordinated, created and scheduled content, designs and periodic updates to company website.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
Education
Graphic Design/ Visual Communication - Graphic Design
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
SellersburgVisual Communication And Print Operations - Page Layout, Press Operation, Bindery Methods
Prosser School of Technology
New Albany, INHigh School Diploma - General Education
New Albany High School
New Albany, In06.2003
Skills
- Digital Productions
- Time Management Skills
- Production Processes
- Graphics and Photo Imaging Software
- Effective Communication
- Digital Editing
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud
- Quality Control Standards
- Reliable Attendance
- Color Matching
- Job Specifications
- Digital Printing
- Minor Repairs
- Work Orders
- Critical Thinking
- Product Specifications
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Special Instructions
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Customer Satisfaction
- Customer Designs
- Quality Control Programs
- Print Production
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Preventive Maintenance
- Job Matching
- Project Scope Assessment
- Client Support
- Safety Protocols
- Daily Logs
- Digital Productions
- Product Assembly
- Basic Mathematical Abilities
- Paper Stocks
- Inventory Tracking Software
- Job Management
- Team Meetings
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Equipment Selection
- Digital Print Equipment Operation
- Quality Production
- Waste Reduction
- Custom Designs
- Equipment Maintenance
- Production Goals
- Operation Monitoring
- Learning Strategies
- Troubleshooting and Analysis
- Routine Maintenance
- Problem Resolution
- Machine Examinations
- Inventory Control
- Effective Planning
- Employee Performance
- Creative Solutions
- Desktop Publishing
- Machine and Equipment Repair
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell
Timeline
Digital Production Manager
Superior Print
09.2021 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer
Macs Hideaway
01.2017 - 05.2020
Graphic Design/ Visual Communication - Graphic Design
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Visual Communication And Print Operations - Page Layout, Press Operation, Bindery Methods
Prosser School of Technology
High School Diploma - General Education
New Albany High School
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