Experienced print professional with a strong background in, prepress, variable data, web to print, print automation and digital printing. Motivated employee possessing first-rate communication, multitasking and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prepress Manager - Remote
Lake Holdings LLC, Everest Direct Mail & Marketing And Canvasprints.com
06.2021 - Current
Manage prepress and mail processing department for direct mail company sending 1.5 million pieces a month.
Make sure postal requirements are followed and paperwork is presented correctly.
Create automated workflows to get files for web orders ready for press with the correct requirements.
Work closely with customer service, web development team and production department to ensure printed product matches customer files without human intervention in prepress.
Evaluated new technologies for potential implementation into existing workflows, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Troubleshot technical issues swiftly to maintain smooth operations while minimizing costly delays in project timelines.
Implemented process improvements for file organization and storage systems, increasing ease of access for all team members.
Digital Services Manager
Minuteman Press
12.2013 - 03.2021
Manage prepress, digital printing, wide format printing and mailing departments.
Motivated team members through effective leadership methods while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Process direct mailing jobs according to USPS specifications.
Managed inventory and vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing on materials and services, reducing overall expenses.
Streamlined workflow by optimizing file preparation processes, reducing production time and costs.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed Services
01.2006 - 01.2014
Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality graphic design projects within tight deadlines.
Prepress/Digital Print Manager
DataPrint Initiatives
10.2007 - 11.2013
Oversee all aspects of prepress and digital pressroom daily productions.
Work closely with CSR's, sales consultants and customers to insure quality and customer satisfaction.
Create and manage web-to-print web sites, Cross media PURL, E-mail and variable data print campaigns.
Operate digital printers and bindery equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design -
Indiana University
01.2007
Skills
Proficient in both Macintosh OS X and Windows operating systems
Software used - Adobe Creative Suite Products, Quark Express, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Fusion Pro, XMPie, and Smart Stream Designer, Enfocus PitStop Pro/ server and Enfocus Switch, slack, Atlassian, Trello, Click up
Extensive knowledge of postal rules and regulation, variable printing and web to print ordering systems
13 years experience running digital printers, wide format flatbed and roll to roll printers, CNC and plotter cutting machines
Large format printing
Preflighting files
Variable data printing
Layout and imposition
Cross-functional collaboration
Team leadership
Certification
HP Production Pro commercial operator - indigo front end DFE certification
Timeline
Prepress Manager - Remote
Lake Holdings LLC, Everest Direct Mail & Marketing And Canvasprints.com