Manager Management

LISA LAMBE

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Southeast, New York 10509 abl8lh@r.postjobfree.com (C) 914-***-****

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/lisa-lambe/1b/b45/a22

PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Accomplished leader in Marketing Design and Development with diverse and

extensive experience in managing multi-tiered projects through lifecycle

stages of production, review and fulfillment. In depth knowledge and hands

on experience in print production from concept to delivery. Demonstrated

ability to recruit, motivate and manage cohesive teams. Recognized for

contributions to the improvement of process and content. Expertise

includes:

? Budget Management ? Internal/External Client

Management

? Vendor Relationship/Negotiation ? Resource Allocation and

Prioritization

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

TOWERS WATSON, INC, Valhalla, NY 2007 - 2010

Project Management Specialist

Managed the development, progress and fulfillment of marketing and external

communications plans and tactics. Led cross-matrix project teams consisting

of regional and corporate personnel. This included Graphic Design,

Editorial, E-mail, Event Marketing and Web Services areas.

. Led the first global survey outreach to over 500 clients for the newly

formed company, which included copy translated into 5 languages, list

segmentation and corresponding follow-up communications.

. Managed the production and hard and soft copy distribution to internal

colleagues and clients of several high-profile signature publications,

including the 2008 Global Workforce Study, 2009 Executive Compensation

Anthology and 2010 Health Care Cost Survey.

. Created the schedule template for a multi-tiered quarterly e-mail

marketing outreach targeting over 250 current and potential high-profile

clients. Resulted in becoming the standard process for subsequent

promotions.

. Developed collateral materials and collaborated with regional leaders to

enter into marketing sponsorships with 3 national industry associations.

. Maintained detailed records of confirmations, completions and ongoing

communications stored in a shared database to provide a virtual snapshot

of the history of each project.

FEDERATED DEPARTMENT STORES/MACY'S EAST, New York, NY 2006 - 2007

Print Production Manager

Managed all aspects of the print production and fulfillment for Macy's

Corporate Marketing Division, including estimating costs, evaluating

project proposals, creative services, pre-press, printing and distribution

for Macy's corporate branding initiative.

. Spearheaded the development, production and fulfillment of Macy's 1st

ever commemorative "magalogue", a 50-page, 6-color signature magazine.

Completed production approximately 5% under budget.

. Managed the national rebranding of all packaging elements for 850

locations. Facilitated color standards, materials analysis, quantity and

timing of delivery. Produced budget estimate for production of

10MM+ pieces.

. Produced in-store displays and catalog artwork for the 5 major seasonal

event promotions - Mother's Day, Father's Day, Memorial Day, Back-to-

School and Holiday.

. As liaison between senior management, creative services and outside

suppliers was a key contributor in establishing quality guidelines.

Resulted in standardization across all divisions for utilizing

corporately branded graphic design elements.

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SHOWTIME NETWORKS, INC, New York, NY 2001 - 2005

Manager of Print Production

Managed the pre-press and production process of direct mail and collateral

materials promoting the network's original programming. Materials included

billboards, standees, call-center design and magazines.

. Produced high-end industry mailing targeting members of the National

Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for Emmy consideration.

Accomplished through heavy research investigating die-cut formats,

manufacturing and production of customized original programming DVDs.

Delivered project 3 days ahead of schedule.

. Investigated and recommended various formats and printing techniques.

. Provided estimates and managed budgets for creative design, production,

shipping and fulfillment.

. Conferred regularly with the US Postal Service to determine the most cost

efficient design and market segmentation

Director, Direct Marketing Production

1985 - 1995

Managed a staff of 3 in the production of all direct marketing materials

for cable affiliate participation in national campaigns. Oversaw the

production process from creative inception to final delivery including pre-

press, format, copy and final film.

. Successfully reduced average cost of primary mail by 28% by consolidating

versioning and standardizing promotional copy.

. Implemented 5 annual national campaigns, producing up to 30mm pieces of

mail per campaign.

. Researched, interviewed and recommended vendors for addition to the

corporate approved vendor list.

. Managed the production of customized partnership campaigns by

collaborating with regional colleagues and cable affiliates

THE PRINT TECHNICAL GROUP, New York, NY

2000 - 2001

Production Manager

Managed production of print materials from concept to delivery at an

independent full-service production company. Clients included Ann Taylor

Stores, Inc., Bates Worldwide, Volvo Cars and New Balance Shoes.

. Produced 1st ever multi-dimensional corporate branding kit for outside

agency that was distributed to senior management and shareholders.

. Coordinated multi-element advertising kits, product launches, point of

sale kits and in house agency communications. All projects came in on

budget and schedule. Accomplished through establishing relationships and

communication channels with clients advising on progress of action items

and potential risks.

FOOTE, CONE AND BELDING DIRECT, New York, NY 1997 - 1999

Senior Production Manager

Managed the execution and process development of national direct mail

campaigns, including testing, matrix management, and budget and film

production. Main accounts included Gevalia coffee and Mentadent toothpaste.

. Produced film for direct marketing elements including envelopes, self-

mailer, reply cards, letterforms, brochures and national advertisements.

. Recommended alternative production resources and suggestions for cost

cutting measures resulting in meeting client budget requirements and

acquisition goals.

. Researched possible formats and specifications for testing.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

BA, Economics, Fordham University, Bronx, NY

Cross-Functional Communication, American Management Association

Improving Project Management Skills, American Management Association

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