Design Quality
Resume:
D onna M. Raia
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OBJECT I VE:
To obtain a challenging position maximizing my project management skills while utilizing my Graphic
Design expertise.
SEN IOR GRAP H IC ART SPEC IAL IST:
A dedicated, talented, performance driven individual with 19 years of graphic design experience.
E xcellent organizational and communication skills as well as the ability to prioritize extremely complex
p rojects through
t he use of strong t ime management skills. Able to support a wide-range of projects and activities while
consistently producing quality art services.
Manage and operate a Macintosh Computer on a Local Area Network (LAN). Proficient with the following
software: Adobe InDesign, Adobe I l lustrator, Adobe Acrobat, and Quark XPress. H igh use of Adobe
Photoshop, MicroSoft Word, Powerpoint, and Retrospect Remote. Advanced skills in graphic design, color
t heory, layout and typography. Knowledgeable in color separations and many methods of producing film
negatives. Darkroom experience with line and photo conversions including Half Tone Productions.
EXPER I ENCE:
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, One Health Plaza, East Hanover, New Jersey 07936
1998 – 2010 Senior Graphic Art Specialist -
P ackage Design for the Product I nformation and Labeling Department
• Responsible for creating, managing, and producing accurate and t imely print and
d igital graphics for all Novartis Pharmaceutical components; examples: labels,
cartons, package inserts, patient information brochures, medication guides, blister
packs, brochures, and
shell packs. Assure artwork meets FDA regulations and division guidelines.
• Collaborate with various organizations within the division, such as Marketing,
Package Engineering, Product Brand Teams, Medical Writers, Editorial Services, and
Purchasing to ensure information is communicated clearly, accurately, in a visually
appealing manner and
i n alignment with the organizations overall brand and messaging guidelines.
• Identify and provide successful design improvements that yield cost saving and
i mprove efficiencies. Provide graphic and logistical support for a variety of internal
p rograms.
• Responsible for reviewing press proofs and color standards prior to printing.
• Heavy interface between in-house customers and outside vendors maintaining
effective relationships exercising strong follow through and problem solving skills.
T his is the key point of contact for all printed component suppliers on artwork related
issues.
• Effective liaise with external design agencies on regulatory labeling and graphic
design modifications to brand design for new concepts.
• Evaluate and identify hardware/software for the Macintosh Computers to improve
p roductivity and efficiencies.
• Follow artwork from concept to pre-press and post-production while maintaining
o riginal design intent, messaging and quality standards throughout the process.
• Successfully met very tight deadlines for major new products, enabling the company
t o meet targeted launch dates.
• Responsible for all aspects in the creation of the PDFs required for the Redi
Documentum System and our print vendors. Each PDF contains the proper document
p roperties, description, embedded fonts, and security required for each file.
• Coordinate, process, and t rack all labeling and package development diligently
t racking status from inception to completion utilizing Lotus Notes Database.
• Maintain Novartis FTP site for both internal customers and external vendors by
t racking movement of artwork, maintaining, and regulating filing system for press
p roofs.
• Organize and maintain all electronic image and graphic files for ease of use,
t ransmit tal and production.
1997 - 1998 Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, One Health Plaza, East Hanover, New
J ersey 07936
Senior Graphic Designer - Electronic Publishing and P rinting (EP&P)
• Designed layouts and comprehensives through execution and preparation of camera-
ready artwork utilizing the Macintosh Computer and various software packages.
• Managed administrative functions in the graphic art department. Prioritized
complex projects, prepared all job specifications and schedule projects for each artist.
1990 - 1997 C iba Pharmaceuticals Corporation, 556 Mor ris Avenue, Summit, New Jersey
07901
Graphic Artist/Typesetter
• In-house consulting resource for designing and developing brochures, newsletters,
posters, announcements, invitations, letterheads, banners, and logos for various
d ivisions within the organization.
• Managed size, quality, materials, and special instructions for print shops.
• Created mechanicals with one or multi-separations. All mechanicals were high
quality, clean, and accurate.
1984 – 1990 CD I Corporation, 1767 M or r is Avenue, U nion, N ew J ersey 07083
Graphic A rtist, T ypesetter
Contracted Art Services for AT&T, Bellcore, and Bell Laboratories
• Produced quality artwork “the old fashion way” prior to Macintosh Computers by
i nking on mylar, typesetting, stat camera, drawing, photography, and cut & paste
mechanicals. All mechanicals were of high standards with one or multi-separations.
• Designed posters for various organizations within AT&T using the Gerber Sign
M aker with Optional Personal Computer Unit to enhance design options and
capabilities.
• Prepare layouts and comprehensives using makers, Image-N-Transfer (INT), pantone
paper/film.
• Produced slide presentations utilizing the Agfa Typesetter.
ED UCAT ION:
Associates Degree in Applied Science, Marketing Ar t and Design. M iddlesex County College, Edison, New
Jersey
ACCO MPL IS H M E N TS:
• Received a Business Excellence Award from Novartis Oncology for outstanding
contribution to the success of the Afini tor product launch in 2010.
• R idge Youth Sports Incorporated, JV Cheerleading Coach 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008,
2009, and 2010. Had the privilege of coaching an undefeated team capturing fi rst
p lace in their
2009 and 2010 season.
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