Michael Dye
Summary
Experienced Graphic Artist and Illustrator with over a decade of expertise in crafting printed marketing materials and creating custom graphics and illustrations for apparel. Proven ability to juggle multiple design projects concurrently, ensuring top-notch quality and timely delivery. Equally adept working as a member of a team or independently. Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and Procreate.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Artist / Design Lead
Eevolve Enterprises
05.2018 - Current
- Led and mentored a team of designers, providing artistic guidance and support throughout each phase of the project.
- Managed design process from the inception of the design to preparing artwork for production, ensuring accuracy and quality for various print methods and materials.
- Ensured strict adherence to brand guidelines, maintaining visual consistency across a range of marketing materials and promotional items.
- Worked directly with customers to conceptualize and produce visually appealing designs that fit their brand and vision.
- Helped develop and streamline templates and processes which resulted in a 25% reduction in production time.
Graphic Artist/ Bindery Operator/ Press Operator
City Printing Inc.
2007 - Current
- Managed typesetting and cover creation for a semi-annual magazine.
- Operated sheet-fed offset press and digital printer, ensuring projects are completed in a timely manner, maintaining a 98% on-time turnaround rate.
- Effectively worked with various Bindery equipment to reduce handling time by 20%.
- Developed print materials such as business cards, announcements, brochures, and flyers.
- Utilized Adobe software to edit and retouch existing artwork and graphics.
Graphic Artist
Custom Creations
04.2013 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with clients to create custom designs for a variety of apparel, including t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, and accessories.
- Created and prepared a series of stock vinyl and printed designs for same day turnaround, increasing seasonal customer foot traffic by 30%.
- Established procedures for prepress processes, including file preparation, screen development, and operation of manual screen printing presses.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Auxiliary Operator
Quebecor World
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Operated and maintained a range of off-line equipment, including cutters, folders, and mailers.
- Trained employees in the operation, maintenance, and safety standards of auxiliary machines.
- Maintained productivity throughout company relocation and restructuring.
- Contributed to meeting production targets through diligent operation of auxiliary equipment, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Eastern New Mexico University
01.2010
Northern Kentucky University
01.2000
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Indesign
- CorelDRAW
- Procreate
- Canva
- Kittl
- Print production
- Digital illustration
Timeline
Graphic Artist / Design Lead
Eevolve Enterprises
05.2018 - Current
Graphic Artist
Custom Creations
04.2013 - 05.2018
Auxiliary Operator
Quebecor World
01.2005 - 01.2007
Graphic Artist/ Bindery Operator/ Press Operator
City Printing Inc.
2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Eastern New Mexico University
Northern Kentucky University
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