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CAROL CASTILLO

San Leandro,CA

Summary

Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects and improvements. Thrives in demanding team environments and excels under pressure.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

DMAX Imaging
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Review supplied files using Adobe programs to ascertain image quality and verify elements included were what was need for projects.
  • Quality Controlled all deliverables before sending to stakeholders.
  • Assist proofing department by helping run printers and create proofs for assorted projects. Load paper and change inks as needed.

Project Manager, Team Lead

KP LLC
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing quality
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team's ability to deliver results.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.

Production Manager

SPEEDPRO
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Manage day-to-day production schedule to ensure print orders comply with order specifications and meet promised time frames
  • Maintain machines and perform needed service and troubleshooting to assure continued and consistent functionality
  • Handle full custom sign building process
  • Direct and oversee work of Production Assistant
  • Order materials as need for projects, in-house stock, and machines

Digital Production Manager/Bookkeeper

XPRESS PRINTING
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Oversaw and participated in all aspects of digital production, design, and prepress
  • Managed Accounts Payable, bookkeeping, and end-of-month reporting
  • Supervised work of Prepress Assistant and Digital Press Operator
  • Ordered in-house paper supplies and machine supplies
  • Maintained machines

Operations/Production Manager

MSI DIRECT RESPONSE
09.2006 - 01.2015
  • Handled order processing, vendor management, data services, uploading postal information to USPS, and invoicing
  • Led and trained new employees
  • Designed, introduced, and implemented procedures for MSI (mailing systems international) and continued to create and update existing operations
  • Assisted in establishing an annual organizational budget by monitoring cash flow based on in/out going campaigns
  • Key contributor to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy by determining team objectives with plans to meet goals and securing vendor participation
  • Prepared POs (purchase orders), filled inside and tracked outside orders, and communicated status of placed orders, invoicing, and filing
  • Assisted with development and implementation of direct marketing solicitations and membership mailings and completion of necessary reports
  • Consistently and correctly updated and maintained databases, such as mailing lists, contact lists and client data

Office Assistant

DAJ DIRECT
07.2002 - 08.2006
  • Synchronized, planned, and supported daily operational and administrative tasks
  • Delivered detailed and comprehensive assistance for senior-level staff, including managing and coordinating projects and processes to promote effective business operations
  • Reduced errors, improved accuracy, and efficiency, and achieved organizational objectives by managing and streamlining administrative processes.
  • Delivered outstanding interpersonal, customer service, leadership, and organizational skills; multitasked within detail-oriented, deadline-driven environments.
  • Accurately maintained detailed records, generated reports, coordinated meetings.

Graphics/Sales/Office Manager

MOD JEWELRY
10.1998 - 04.2002
  • Managed more than 200 accounts and pulled products to fill orders; invoiced and shipped orders as required
  • Developed advertisements for national exposure, POP (post office protocol) for customers use, and catalogs for line sheets
  • Devised artwork using Photoshop based on customer specifications, applied changes to existing artworks.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Management

University of Phoenix
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Project Management
  • PC and Mac
  • Google Workspace
  • MS Office
  • Fiery Command WorkStation
  • QuickBooks Pro
  • Onyx

Timeline

Project Manager

DMAX Imaging
10.2022 - 06.2024

Project Manager, Team Lead

KP LLC
07.2021 - 10.2022

Production Manager

SPEEDPRO
07.2019 - 07.2021

Digital Production Manager/Bookkeeper

XPRESS PRINTING
08.2016 - 05.2019

Operations/Production Manager

MSI DIRECT RESPONSE
09.2006 - 01.2015

Office Assistant

DAJ DIRECT
07.2002 - 08.2006

Graphics/Sales/Office Manager

MOD JEWELRY
10.1998 - 04.2002

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Business Management

University of Phoenix

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