Kimberly Barbie-Apilado

Ensure color accuracy using the Pantone and CMYK color systems, maintain high-quality print standards through meticulous inspections, and prepare and edit digital files for optimal output. Excel in meeting tight deadlines and contributing to superior print quality and customer satisfaction through proactive troubleshooting and equipment maintenance in a dynamic printing environment.

Volunteer position at Kumoricon, an anime convention organized by Altonimbus Entertainment. Managers must possess extensive knowledge of the convention to effectively assist attendees and provide exemplary customer service. Responsibilities include opening, operating, and closing the booth daily; managing radio and laptop check-in/check-out; conducting supply inventory; creating and implementing work schedules for booth staff; and ensuring that critical and time-sensitive information is promptly updated and communicated across shifts in an organized manner.

Responsibilities included generating and editing advertisements for customers and laying out the classifieds section of the newspaper for Hood River News, Gorge Reminder, and Gorge Classifieds. Was let go due to the pandemic and a loss of workload that did not warrant continued employment. Although the tenure was brief, a letter of recommendation from the previous manager can be provided upon request.

Was responsible for the production of internal and external publications. Checked product specifications and prepared proofs for supervisor approval, assisted in organizing the workflow to meet deadlines, proofread and edited files per customer and printer specifications, revised customer artwork to ensure file accuracy, managed and organized digital files, and performed color separations.

Volunteer position at Kumoricon, an anime convention organized by Altonimbus Entertainment. Utilized design and collaborative skills to compose documents for the program book, create page layouts, proofread and edit content, and generate banners, as well as other designs and images for web and print, often under tight deadlines.

Ensured customer satisfaction through exemplary service and efficient cashiering. Inspired customers with product demonstrations, managed phone inquiries, maintained store cleanliness and organization, and conducted craft classes for young students.

Volunteer position at Kumoricon, an anime convention organized by Altonimbus Entertainment. Responsibilities included overseeing and assisting departments within the Publicity division, a high-level position critical to the successful operation of the convention. This role encompassed managing key areas such as Promotions, Outreach, Merchandising, Publications, Graphic Design, Website, Social Media, and Press, ensuring cohesive and effective communication and marketing strategies across all platforms to support the convention's goals.