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I am a packaging professional with extensive experience in branding, layout, composition, regulatory copy formatting, prepress, color retouching, packaging, and printing for the largest CPGs in the world. I am known for my strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement. I am seeking a remote role where deep production knowledge and quality standards can support high-performing creative and packaging teams.…I am a packaging professional with extensive experience in branding, layout, composition, regulatory copy formatting, prepress, color retouching, packaging, and printing for the largest CPGs in the world. I am known for my strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement. I am seeking a remote role where deep production knowledge and quality standards can support high-performing creative and packaging teams.

Cyndie Hutchings

Designer, Artworker, Graphic Designer, +2

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I am a packaging professional with extensive experience in branding, layout, composition, regulatory copy formatting, prepress, color retouching, packaging, and printing for the largest CPGs in the world. I am known for my strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement. I am seeking a remote role where deep production knowledge and quality standards can support high-performing creative and packaging teams.…I am a packaging professional with extensive experience in branding, layout, composition, regulatory copy formatting, prepress, color retouching, packaging, and printing for the largest CPGs in the world. I am known for my strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement. I am seeking a remote role where deep production knowledge and quality standards can support high-performing creative and packaging teams.

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I am a packaging professional with extensive experience in branding, layout, composition, regulatory copy formatting, prepress, color retouching, packaging, and printing for the largest CPGs in the world.

I am known for my strong attention to detail, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement. I am seeking a remote role where deep production knowledge and quality standards can support high-performing creative and packaging teams.

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Expert

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English

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Work Experience

Senior Designer at Marks (Propelis- formerly SGS & Co)

February 1, 2021 - February 1, 2026

Senior designer for Gerber, GSK/Haleon, Target, Dr. Scholl’s, and 3M. Develop and apply new brand architecture across various packaging structures and manage line extensions. Add and format regulatory copy across packaging systems. Mentor junior designers and review work for quality and accuracy. Support color development and proofreading. Create and manage brand guidelines for multiple accounts.

Senior Designer / Prepress at Schawk

September 1, 2012 - January 1, 2020

Production art adaptation, color development, retouching, prepress, and QA of separated print-ready files. Worked across packaging types including labels, cartons, aluminum cans, bags, overwraps, and POP design. Branding, prepress, color development, retouching. Ensured accuracy of regulatory copy through internal and client systems. Developed workflows and identified operational efficiencies. Subject Matter Expert for Frito-Lay brand documentation and artist training. Member of variable data/XML development team for Frito-Lay. Accounts included Gillette, Jim Beam, P&G Hair Care & Oral Care, and Frito-Lay.

Senior Prepress Operator / Color Retoucher / Production Artist at Trident

June 1, 2008 - September 1, 2012

Internal Print Production Manager for McDonald’s account. Managed press characterization files and ICC profile creation. Hybrid operator on P&G, McDonald’s, and Coca-Cola brands. Lead artist on Gillette packaging. Maintained and supported Epson proofing systems and GMG software. Trained staff across multiple offices on proofing and profiling workflows. Collaborated with teams in the US, Canada, and UK to develop workflows and support new accounts.

Designer / Production Artist at Schawk

September 1, 2004 - June 1, 2008

Lead designer for Iams Pet Foods and Bounty. Ensured quality and accuracy of graphics and regulatory copy. Production art for P&G Hair Care brands including Herbal Essences, Aussie, Clairol, and Head & Shoulders. Built final art files from design concepts while maintaining brand standards.

Prepress / Production Art Manager at MacKay, Inc.

February 1, 1997 - September 1, 2004

Developed workflows, procedures, billing, and estimating strategies. Managed departmental schedules and staff reviews. Preflight and production art including digital separations in PackEdge. Facilitated communication between clients and printers. Led R&D on new workflows and software. Managed color correction for flexo, gravure, and offset printing. Created ICC profiles and evaluated press sheets. Member of ISO audit team writing SOPs and corrective actions.

Designer at New Creative Enterprises

February 1, 1995 - February 1, 1997

Created designs for outdoor giftware including flags, windsocks, and 3D sculptures. Designed packaging and marketing materials such as sales flyers, catalogs, and POP displays. Assisted photographer with product photography. Managed licensing paperwork for Disney, NFL, and NBA products. Coordinated shipping of designs and samples to overseas manufacturers.