Production Artist
As the sole production artist in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment I managed and completed the release, approvals, and color standards for over 50 of Nordstrom’s internal brands. I also informed and helped designers execute vendor requirements and provided technical insight to project managers who worked with international and domestic vendors.
Prepress Production Artist
Prepared files based on company standards for industrial printing. Managed department schedule to keep preflights, proofs, and plates on track. Worked with Account Managers and Production team to resolve material or process issues while finding the most cost efficient solution.
Sr. Designer | Production Artist
Prepared files for large format printing. Worked directly with on-site printing staff. Received promotion to senior designer three months after becoming a full time employee, and took over as sole designer soon after.
Intern
Provided administrative and design services. Worked with design team and local venders to produce packaging for public distribution.
Lead Sales Associate
Built positive rapport with customers through knowledge of the product. Educated customers on materials to purchase based on their price range, environmental awareness, style and standards. Received promotion after three months to lead sales associate.
File Preparation/Prepress
File Preflight
Press Checks
Flexography
Offset
Digital
Screen Printing
Plate Making | Emboss and Flexo
Plate Creation | Chemical and Digital
Color Management | Approvals and Standards
Problem Solving | Packaging and Printing
Packaging Dieline Creation
Manual Trapping
File Management
Process Evaluation
Bookbinding
Letterpress
Proficient in both PC and Mac
Adobe Creative Suite CS5
Microsoft Office
Esko/Artwork
Nexus Front-End Systems
BA in design production and a minor in journalism.