Maddison Smith
Dallas,TX
Summary
Professional offering excellent mechanical aptitude and extensive knowledge of industrial equipment operations.
Seasoned Print Specialist with background in managing high-volume print operations. Skilled in overseeing all phases of print projects, from conceptualization to delivery. Strengths include maintaining high-quality standards, implementing cost-saving measures and delivering on time consistently. Previous roles involved streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Print Specialist
Morrison Architectural Signs
Addison, Texas
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean work area and ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the press.
- Tested various papers and substrates to determine best results for each job order.
- Analyzed customer artwork for proper resolution, color space selection, file format compatibility.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on printers and replaced defective parts when necessary.
- Provided technical support and training to colleagues on how to use the digital press equipment.
- Completed complex projects within tight deadlines while maintaining focus on detail oriented tasks.
- Adjusted color density, saturation, hue, and other variables in accordance with client specifications.
- Monitored output quality throughout entire production process from pre-press through shipping.
- Calibrated print settings to meet specific requirements of customers.
- Managed multiple jobs simultaneously while remaining organized and efficient at all times.
- Set up and operated digital presses for large format printing projects.
- Verified accuracy of proofs prior to releasing them for final approval by the customer.
- Performed troubleshooting on printers and other printing equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed and delivered printing projects on time of time.
- Collaborated with technicians to diagnose equipment breakdowns and address quality issues.
- Posted and adhered to lockout/tagout, hazardous material handling and hearing and eye standards.
- Examined and produced specific job orders.
- Maintained accurate job records by documenting data in appropriate databases, drafting reports and securing permanent files.
- Communicated with staff coordinate work, maintain efficiency and achieve production targets.
- Kept records of materials used and time needed for projects.
Assistant Graphic Designer
Amcad & Graphics LP
Irving, Texas
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared final print-ready image files to send to production
- Managed numerous projects simultaneously to meet tight deadlines
- Delivered projects with creativity, speed and accuracy, utilizing exceptional layout and design skills
- Designed user interfaces for mobile apps and websites, ensuring seamless user experience
- Prepared final artwork files for printing or digital distribution while maintaining quality standards
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop eye-catching advertising campaigns for print and digital media
- Edited photos using advanced photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom
- Presented creative concepts to clients and implemented feedback to improve designs
- Achieved project targets with high-quality design work
- Assembled printed pieces and parts to produce final output
- Learnt new technologies and techniques through research and professional development
- Produced graphics and layouts for illustrations, logos and websites
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design
Collin County Community College
Plano, TX05-2023
Skills
- Print production scheduling
- Machine loading
- Malfunction troubleshooting
- Tooling adjustment
- Large format printing
- Adobe creative suite
- Foil stamping
- Color management expertise
- Typography
- Sales tactics
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Print Specialist
Morrison Architectural Signs
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Graphic Designer
Amcad & Graphics LP
06.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Arts - Graphic And Digital Design
Collin County Community College