JAMES E. CRAWLEY
*** *. ******* ***** ******* Apt. 103 Henderson, NV 89012
abj082@r.postjobfree.com
An innovative Graphic Designer with the ability to interpret clients’ needs and develop effective designs for
logos and collateral materials for use on web sites and point-of-purchase displays. Background encompasses
exposure to a variety of industries and skills in concept creation. Strengths include the ability to develop
rapport with individuals at all levels, analyze needs, and implement appropriate procedures. I have been
doing freelance graphic design for over 10 years. At this time I am helping to restore the Las Vegas Zoo’s
image and signage.
SKILLS
• Adobe Illustrator 10.0.3-CS4 • Adobe Photoshop 7-CS4
• Adobe Indesign CS2-CS4 • QuarkXPress 6.5 -7
• Adobe Acrobat • Drawing and Painting
• PowerPoint • Adobe Bridge
• BB Edit • Adobe Go Live CS2
• Mac and PC • Pre flighting and Proofreading
• Computer To Plate (CTP) • Management
• Plate making (Litho and Flexo) • Nexus Edit/Cyrel FAST/Prinergy
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Pre Press Technician
Las Vegas Color Graphics Inc.-Las Vegas, NV • 2008-2009
• Directed day-to-day operations specializing in corporate projects. Handled both short and long term
project
for numerous clients including: Foxwoods, MGM, Harrah’s, WYNN, M Resort, and Venetian.
• Consulted with team leader, customer service representatives, customers, mailing department,
and press operators on all facets of print.
• Coordinated details of pre press and designs from initial concepts to production with sales, customer
service representatives, and clients.
• Scheduled and prioritized all jobs for completion on a timely basis and presented concept and design
recommendations to clients.
Pre Press Technician
R.R. Donnelley Response Marketing Services-DePere, WI • 2002-2008
• Pre flighted customer files for company’s press standards.
• Worked on projects for the business’ largest accounts: Capital One, Scotts Lawn, Sears, and American
Express.
• Trained with new employees
Technical Assistant
R.R. Donnelley Response Marketing Services-DePere, WI • 2000-2002
• Worked with variable data files for press.
• Ran the Variable Date equipment on press.
• Verified Variable Data matched throughout the form.
• Installed Variable Data and Press equipment in press.
Manufacturing Apprentice
R.R. Donnelley Response Marketing Services-DePere, WI • 1998-2000
• Spliced rolls to help press run continually.
• Insured inks and glues were full.
• Assisted operator run press for optimal productivity.
• Trained new employees.
EDUCATION
International Academy of Design & Technology - Henderson, Nevada • 2009-2010
• Enrolled for Bachelors Degree - Marketing and Graphic Communications
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - Green Bay, Wisconsin • 2001-2007
• Associates Degree - Marketing and Graphic Communications
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 3.762 GPA in undergraduate courses • Last courses GPA 3.95
• High Honors • National Defense Service Medal
• The National Dean’s List • Combat Action Ribbon
• President’s List (2x) • Kuwait Liberation Medal
• Employee of the month (2x) • South West Asia Service Medal
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Marine Corp. • Honorable Discharge
Field Communications