Jeffrey Cook
Seattle,WA
Summary
Printing professional with over 10+ years in the printing business doing Pre-Press, Press Operation, Graphic Design & Customer Service for Offset and Flexography Printing.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Production Specialist
Fastsigns
04.2021 - 10.2025
- Kept production schedules on track by consistently meeting deadlines and prioritizing urgent orders when necessary.
- Fabricated and assembled products based on customers' specifications.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, adhering to company standards and specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased overall production effectiveness.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes for improved efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of materials for production needs.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
Production Specialist
Wide Format Company
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Operated and maintained production equipment to ensure consistent output quality.
- Assisted in troubleshooting machinery issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes for improved efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely replenishment of materials for production needs.
- Operated digital printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials.
- Conducted regular maintenance on printing machinery to minimize downtime.
Pre-Press Graphics Specialist
labels Plus
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Create graphic art files in Adobe Illustrator 2018, create proofs for customer, output to film imagesetter for flexo plating. Communicate directly with press personal and management to solve problems related to printing of Labels.
Pre-Press and Customer Service
MGM Graphics
04.2005 - 05.2014
- Process a large variety of files to a digital output image setter for flexo plating. Trapping, proofing & color correcting. I personally handle a large account working directly with the customer to make flexo plates for detergent bottle labels. Adobe Illustrator & Adobe Photoshop, FileMaker Pro, Nexus Rip Work flow.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Customized support strategies for high-priority clients to ensure their specific needs were met.
Desktop Publisher
White Light Publications
03.2003 - 04.2005
- Working with 6 other publishers to create and publish a weekly high end car magazine. Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat.
Pre-Press Graphics Specialist Flexography Printing
Labels West
02.2000 - 01.2003
- Film Output Specialist for flexo plating. Designing high end labels for Microsoft, Nintendo and other large corporations. Adobe Illustrator & Nexus Rip Work flow used.
Graphics Specialist
AlphaGraphics
05.1994 - 07.1996
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Provided expert guidance on color theory, typography, layout composition, and other essential design principles.
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service throughout the entire design process.
- Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Computer Graphics
Salt Lake Community College
Skills
- Working knowledge of current versions of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Acrobat Epson Color Printers and Esko CDI Digital Image setter Accustomed to working in a high paced environment with Macintosh Computers Excellent communication skills Familiar with Adobe Indesign
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Offset printing
- Wide format printing
- Digital file preparation
- Quality control procedures
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
- Print production workflow
Timeline
Sign Production Specialist
Fastsigns
04.2021 - 10.2025
Production Specialist
Wide Format Company
10.2018 - 11.2020
Pre-Press Graphics Specialist
labels Plus
05.2014 - 02.2018
Pre-Press and Customer Service
MGM Graphics
04.2005 - 05.2014
Desktop Publisher
White Light Publications
03.2003 - 04.2005
Pre-Press Graphics Specialist Flexography Printing
Labels West
02.2000 - 01.2003
Graphics Specialist
AlphaGraphics
05.1994 - 07.1996
Associate of Applied Science Degree - Computer Graphics
Salt Lake Community College