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objective

productive team player eager to contribute dynamic artistic, operations, project management, customer liaison and communications skills in a responsible graphic/printing specialist assignment actively supporting a progressive company in maximizing operational performance.

 

career profile

ø  bachelor of fine arts.

ø  two decades of print/graphics background.

ø  expertise in pre-press for letterpress, silk screen, flexo, gravure and web offset.

ø  solid experience in all phases of customer service operations.

ø  record of promotion to assignments of increasing authority and responsibility.

ø  well organized multi-tasker.

ø  outstanding communications and presentation capacity.

ø  proficient in advanced business software applications including ms office suite and internet.

ø  demonstrated competence in client issue resolution.

ø  strong capacity in pre-production scheduling, press, print rotation and separations.

ø  solid team player and contributor.

ø  knowledgeable in administrative procedures, policy implementation and daily operations.

ø  excellent capacity in prioritization, problem solving and effectiveness in fast-paced environments.

ø  proven ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships.

ø  deliver outstanding administrative support on a consistent basis.

professional experience

sancoa international, lumberton, nj                                                                                                1991 - 2008

art manager (2000-2008)

       promoted to serve as primary contact between company and corporate design group of fortune 500 personal care company.

       directed production of client labels from mechanicals to finished product.

       facilitated weekly pre-production meetings with design group at client site.

       led reviews of upcoming designs for print feasibility.

       spearheaded use of designs achieving more printer friendly conditions.

       reviewed and approved/rejected customer mechanicals being processed in client online routing system.

       inspected pre-flight mechanicals.

       specified press, print rotation and separations for engineering and production graphics departments.

       directed in-house press runs.

       evaluated and approved labels for color/content on client behalf.

 

art director (1995-2000)

       served as lead prepress specialist in production graphics department.

       directed staff of seven pre-press operators while utilizing barco (esko/artpro) system.

 

earlier background

prior to 1995, served sancoa as pre-press specialist.  initial career experience was as a pre-print specialist, american printing converters, uniondale, ny, and mechanical/paste-up artist, addesign, college point, ny.  in these assignments, built outstanding graphics/printing background in addition to project management, artistic operations and customer relations abilities.

education

st. john s university, jamaica, ny

bachelor of fine arts, 1984

 

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a print/graphics assignment and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a bachelor of fine arts and over two decades of successful print/graphics experience.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in pre-press, design, production oversight, client relations and staff direction, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i would like to thank you for providing me the opportunity to interview with you and discuss the exciting print/graphics position currently available with your organization.  having gained a deeper insight into the job requirements and your objectives, i am confident you will find me a valuable asset in achieving your goals.

                                                         

as discussed, i am an enthusiastic, disciplined team player eager to continue a successful career as a dedicated member of your staff.  i believe you will find my dynamic management, coordination and communications skills vital to your operations and look forward to contributing to your success.

 

should you have any additional questions, or to discuss future employment opportunities, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.  again, thank you for the enlightening interview.  i look forward to your response.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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