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Ryan Noble

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dependable working professional with a varied and strong background. Efficient worker and a very quick learner. Extensive experience with computer programs including Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and Esko Automative Engine. Multi-disciplinary graphic designer and graphic technician with experience in all facets of graphic design from creative concepts to photo retouching, to web and motion design, and prepress file preparation. Highly motivated and willing to take on new challenges.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Prepress Technician

WestRock Company
Scarborough, ON
05.2022 - Current

Multi-faceted creative design and technical work for WestRock's Consumer Packaging division

  • Use of Esko Automation Engine to prep jobs to spec for facility presses including trapping, colour management, imposition step and repeat and proofing files
  • Closely colour match CMYK images to client-supplied targets
  • Employs use of Adobe Creative suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) for colour corrections (both on and off press) and creation of job assets (blankets, stamps)
  • Neatly create proofs of printing files for clients
  • Expose and check stepped litho plates (CTP)
  • Ensure quality and consistency of products by performing quality checks at the end of each task
  • Design of internal posters and cards for events, plant safety, information for employees and more
  • Assisted in the design of new products or modifications to existing products for improved performance.
  • Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the plant environment.
  • Examined complaints, suggested improved methodologies and recommended system enhancements to promote positive customer service experience.

Graphic Designer

Digital Main Street Media
Ottawa, ON
01.2021 - 07.2024

Digital Main Street FuturePROOF Transformation Team - helping local businesses prepare for a quickly evolving digital market

  • Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners and social media posts.
  • Generated website designs that are visually appealing yet user-friendly across multiple browsers and devices.
  • Created custom designs according to customer’s needs free of charge to the customer, including but not limited to branding design, logos, illustrations, social media images, and motion designs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers and posters for marketing and trade show campaigns.
  • Researched competitive products and services to identify opportunities to improve customer experience through design changes.
  • Created corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between logos and letterheads.

Graphics Technician

Millennium Markings
Ajax, ON
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Operation of Mimaki Flatbed Inkjet Printer to print designs onto metal parts (computer chassis, IO plates, signs, and more)
  • Experience with prepping designs for silkscreen direct to surface printing
  • Design of custom images for print on custom consumer goods
  • Operation of CNC router for custom silkscreen jig making
  • Communication with customers regarding preferences and order status

Education

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
05-2020

Skills

  • Six Sigma Methodologies
  • Attention to Detail
  • Workload Management
  • Customer interaction
  • Design principles
  • Written/Verbal Communication

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Japanese
Limited

Timeline

Digital Prepress Technician

WestRock Company
05.2022 - Current

Graphic Designer

Digital Main Street Media
01.2021 - 07.2024

Graphics Technician

Millennium Markings
08.2020 - 12.2020

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Fanshawe College
Ryan Noble