Derrick Gerardo
Whittier,CA
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and product quality, my tenure at Promotional Design Group showcased my proficiency in equipment operation and complex problem-solving. Leveraging workplace cleanliness and innovative design skills, I boosted productivity and brand awareness, ensuring high-quality output and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Worker
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent production delays.
- Provided support during equipment maintenance, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent production output.
Blogger
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Proofread edited, and revised content as needed to maintain accuracy and high quality standards.
- Optimized blog posts for SEO, resulting in higher search engine rankings and increased organic traffic.
- Updated older blog posts to refresh content, maintain relevance, and improve search engine performance over time.
- Researched creative topics to write, edit and create layouts for new articles and features.
- Implemented SEO strategies to optimize web content for search engines.
- Developed a strong online presence for the blog by consistently producing high-quality content.
Graphic Designer
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Developed innovative design concepts that effectively communicated brand identity and boosted overall brand awareness.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Designed eye-catching event collateral, contributing to successful fundraising campaigns and increased event attendance.
Video Editor
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
- Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
Retail Sales Associate
Target
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
Education
Horticulture
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CAGED -
Montebello High School
Montebello, CA06.2011
Skills
- Workplace Cleanliness
- Product packing
- Product Packaging
- Product Assembly
- Hand tools
- Materials Handling
- Machine Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Safety Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Quality Inspections
- Equipment Operation
- Assembly procedures
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Quality Inspection
- Shipment Preparation
- Machine Setups
- OSHA Compliance
- Fabrication
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Picking and Packing
- Heavy Lifting
- Computer Skills
- Warehouse Operations
- Pallet Jacks
- Hand-Held Scanners
- Palletizing
- Hand Tools
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Target
07.2018 - 10.2020
Production Worker
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
Blogger
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
Graphic Designer
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
Video Editor
Promotional Design Group
08.2014 - 06.2024
Horticulture
Mt San Antonio College
GED -
Montebello High School
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