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Sparta, NJ

Director of Print Production, Project Management & Purchasing HEALTHCARE DTC, AGENCY, B2B, B2C, PACKAGING, NEW MEDIA, PRINT

Top performing executive is a resourceful and seasoned veteran of the Graphics Arts industry where he has amassed years of reliable experience and maintains extensive knowledge of offset printing, digital printing, large format print, bindery services, direct mail processing and Tradeshow exhibits. Experienced in providing creative leadership, innovation, vision and business acumen to develop and execute client requirements per established protocols. Skilled in long-term relationship building with key decision-makers. Demonstrates broad-based strengths in:

  • Account Management
  • Print Production
  • Budgeting
  • Rx & DTC Marketing
  • Promotional Programs
  • Staff Management & Development
  • Product Launches
  • Preserve Brand Identity
  • Global Production Capabilities

Manage all Production Programs:

  • Manage all of Production departments overall job responsibilities and strive for optimum performance.
  • Oversee, manage, implement and assist in press check programs where necessary to ensure print production quality.
  • Brand awareness and quality control.
  • Ensures production and delivery of the highest quality printed product.
  • Ensures daily production schedule meets all client requirements per established protocols.
  • Make recommendations that will result in decreased costs and improved efficiencies.
  • Continually seeks out new vendors to drive down overall print costs while maintaining the company's first class customer service experience.
  • Develop, create and assist in new client proposals, including active input in recommending marketing, manufacturing and format development.
  • Production department invoice management and vendor purchasing programs.
  • Create and promote a team-oriented environment that is focused on client needs.
  • Schedule production staff performance evaluations and reviews.

Personal skills:

  • Possess years of managerial experience with proven success in providing highest quality printed product delivered on time.
  • Leadership, development of day to day instructions to staff.
  • Use independent judgment for problem solving print production issues that might arise.
  • Proven track record of account relationship development and management.
  • Proactive approach and excellent vendor negotiation, analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail and follow through.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment.
  • Works well in a team.
  • Proficient in PC and Mac Microsoft office applications.

Professional Experience

Confidential, Sparta, NJ 2010 to present Sparta, NJ Director of Production Services at DND Creative Services a Visual Communications company. Is responsible for scheduling, managing, coordinating and developing all aspects of media production including, print, electronic, video, internet and premium items. Works closely with clients and DND's creative team to manage and track progress of internal and external projects to ensure timely and cost effective deliverables to meet client's protocols.

Confidential. 2003 to 2010 Parsippany, NJ Director of Production Services at MMT Solutions, a multimedia company where he partnered with creative and account reps to direct all aspects of print and multimedia production. Primary responsibility was to ensure all deliverables meet a stringent level of quality, on-brand, on-time, results-driven creative solutions through innovative, cost-effective initiatives for clients that included leading Pharmaceutical companies. Such as Johnson & Johnson, Ortho Biotech, Centocor, Janssen, Cephalon and Ortho-McNeil.

Confidential 1998 to 2003 Ledgewood, NJ Manager of Creative Services and Business Development at Gravity Design Works, responsibilities included budgetary, recruiting, management, training and career development responsibilities for 8 creative's, production and studio staff; implementation and quality control of key deliverables include project management, design, production, strategic insights and business building opportunities.

Confidential 1988 to 1998 New York City Creative Director at Gibbs & Hill, Inc., a Fortune 500 New York Engineering firm that ranked consistently as one of the top five engineering firms in the world. During my tenure as Creative Director, I was responsible for managing and enforcing the integrity of the company branding guidelines and consistency through the planning, development, layout, design, and coordination of all print media company wide. Managed creative and production teams to ensure delivery of top-quality projects on time and on budget. Supervised the design staff and outside resources, managed information, and resources related to design projects for all projects produced within the company.

Education School of Art and Design

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