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I am a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in production and publishing. My passion lies in bringing creative ideas to life through various media, including digital and print. I take pride in my ability to meet client needs and exceed expectations through high-quality design work.
In my career, I have developed a diverse set of skills, from illustration and packaging to managing projects and ensuring compliance with guidelines and regulations. I continually seek to learn and adapt in this ever-changing field, striving to push the boundaries of creativity in all my projects.
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Work Experience
Prepress Specialist at Belmark Graphics
March 31, 2025 - September 5, 2025Reviewed customer instructions and electronically assembled label images according to specifications. Applied proper print specifications and marks for optimal output and generated accurate PDF and printed color proofs. Utilized workflows for artwork compatibility, trapping, and plating files for label output. Maintained collaboration with other departments and account services to ensure correct production of items.
Electronic Prepress at Menasha Corp.
May 1, 2025 - PresentElectronically preflighted carton and container artwork according to customer specifications, referring to previous orders when possible. Applied proper print marks, bleeds, cutbacks, and registration marks for output and accuracy in PDF and printed proofs. Used generated workflows for trapping, stepping, repeating, and printcard production. Performed color correction by simplifying images and using adjustment layers.
Ad Designer / Prepress Operator at Fleet Farm
August 31, 2024 - September 5, 2025Collaborated with buyers to obtain item information for ads. Laid out pages for weekly ads, seasonal catalogs, and occasional web ads using layered page formatting. Designed layered lifestyle images aligned with seasonal trends and sale priorities. Thoroughly reviewed ads for photo placement, color accuracy, and font consistency. Used Photoshop for photo color correction, clipping paths, and layering, and Illustrator to recreate company logos matching colors and copy.
Mac Operator at Flexo Imaging
January 31, 2004 - September 5, 2025Recreated and manipulated customer label images using flatbed scanners, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. Operated imagesetters and printers to output full-size proofs. Completed trapping for up to 6-color film orders. Maintained customer contact, prioritized orders, and organized multiple jobs to maximize output.
Production Artist at Printron
September 30, 2001 - September 5, 2025Recreated art orders using Illustrator to meet customer specifications. Scanned, cleaned, and reproduced logos, copy, and images. Completed trapping and screen work for multi-color jobs. Produced printcard proofs detailing specifications, colors, dimensions, and corrugated information. Utilized Ripscript for polymer plate orders and film output. Proofread and checked orders for accuracy.
Electronic Imager at Horizon Color
June 30, 1998 - September 5, 2025Output images on film negatives using Ripscript for polymer plate orders. Operated imagesetters to output full-size proofs for customers. Used manual distortion machine to reproduce and splice films as per customer requirements.
Graphic Production Designer at Menasha Corp. Electronic Prepress
May 1, 2023 - November 4, 2025Responsible for prepress production for catalogs, brochures, and packaging design. My role involves ensuring that all graphics meet client expectations and industry standards.
Graphic Design Specialist at Belmark Graphics
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023To create engaging and impactful packaging designs that resonate with customers, while also ensuring compliance with all existing guidelines.
Graphic Production/Designer/Tech/Editor at Menasha Corp. Electronic Prepress
May 1, 2023 - November 22, 2025Responsible for preparing files for previous owners and working closely with clients to ensure all specifications were met. Developed strong relations with clients and provided high-quality service. I utilized Adobe software extensively to deliver innovative design work that met various project requirements.
Education
Marketing-Communications Associate Degree at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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