Production manager

NICK FELLOWS

Senior Production Manager / Account Manager.

Birmingham

UNITED KINGDOM

B30 1TG

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079**-****** Mobile

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Has the right to work in the EU - Yes

Summary

An experienced and professional production manager with a successful track

record in the advertising / printing / design industry. During my career I

have progressed from a designer through production and onto general

management. This path has given me a wealth of experience across many

aspects of the industry; from design, print production and account

management to marketing and public relations. I achieve results through

targeted design, strong communication and a thorough understanding of a

brands / clients market position. I firmly believe my experience,

knowledge, creative background and drive are an asset to any role I

undertake. I have a 'can do' attitude and a reputation for getting the job

done. I am a positive and creative professional, with a talent for engaging

with people at all levels to produce excellent results.

Employment History

Current career level Manager / supervisor of staff

Production Manager

Kraft

May 2011 - Present

Cadbury, UNITED KINGDOM

Permanent

May 2011- Present Kraft / Cadbury

Position - Production Manager {DTP - Design

To Print Manager}

*Production Manager/DTP {design to print manager}. I am responsible for

trafficking work from final design sign off {design will liaise with myself

over print viability} to print for Cadbury product packaging - cartons,

wraps, outers and POS. The print processes include screen, litho, flexo and

gravure. My portfolio consists of Licensing - external suppliers of Cadbury

branded ice cream, cakes and biscuits. {I am the primary contact for all

licensing products}. Seasonal - Easter, Christmas. Countlines - Boost,

Wispa etc. and Sharing - Heroes, Roses. This demanding role is guided by

tight deadlines and strict processes. Attention to detail is of paramount

importance to ensure all projects are delivered on time.

* My key responsibility is to co-ordinate each step of the production

process, this involves liaising with various departments; Design,

Marketing/Brand Owners, Packaging - cutter guides, profiles, material

number generation. Regulatory - copy, legal entity, SKU. Legal, IP,

Material Planning, Business Partners and Printers, many of which are based

in Europe.

* Once I have all the information and files I need I brief the job into

artwork production. The artwork then goes through an online Mac based

approval system which I monitor and run. I work autonomously, being the key

point of contact for the production process and manage the work flow

accordingly. Once approved the artwork is FTP'd to the repro house. When

the repro is complete I receive a proof and if it matches the artwork file

supplied I sign it off and add printer instructions. The proof with my

signature is sent to the printer. I will attend a press pass {UK, Europe}

if required by marketing, especially if It's a 'new' product launch.

Creative

Puzz Design

January 1982 - Present

UNITED KINGDOM

Freelance/contract

Design, photography, marketing, print, art direction.

I also manage the UK marketing for Lord Bishop Rocks. {USA / German rock

band} Booking tour dates, writing press releases for tours and new album

launches and logo design.

My experience of managing my own successful business has lent strength and

breadth to my skills; I am adept at managing client briefs, finding

creative and alternative ways of designing visual concepts which are

arresting and impactful. This also allows for a less traditional exercise

of my skills than required in my full time employment.

Senior Print Consultant

Mission Print Ltd

November 2008 - November 2009

Birmingham, UNITED KINGDOM

Freelance/contract

Nov 2008- Nov 2009 Mission Print Ltd, Birmingham

{design, print, marketing}

Position - Senior Print Consultant

* Print Production Manager/Consultant. My main role was to traffic print

for Banksy and other artists. This role extended to incorporate print

consultantancy and advise artists on the most effective way to maximise

print impact on the market place. I hand printed proofs, working alongside

the artist, using innovative techniques - bleach overprinted with ink!

* Account Management. Turning briefs into cost estimates. Supplier/Gallery

liaison.

The client base included; Banksy, Micalef, Insect, Pete Fowler, The Keep

Calm Gallery, Moseley Folk Festival and Nike.

Position- General Manager

Midwest Display

January 1980 - November 2008

Birmingham, UNITED KINGDOM

Permanent

1980- Nov 2008 Midwest Display, Birmingham

{print - POS, packaging, design, marketing}

Position- General Manager,

* General Manager/Account Manager. Primary point of contact. Cost

estimates, budget control, contract negotiation and invoicing.

* Print Production Manager. Responsible for scheduling POS etc. from

artwork/repro to final printed product. Managing to tight client/printer

deadlines, prioritising workload. Commissioned exhibition signage with

external suppliers and produced mock ups through my packaging and cardboard

mechanics experience.

* Studio Manager. Scheduled and prioritised studio workload in conjunction

with the clients requirements and print function.

* Designer. Illustration, finished artwork, copy.

The client base included; BBC, ITV, The Royal Mail, Lyons Cakes, Pizza Hut,

Toyota, Rolls Royce, Unipart, Kerrang Radio and GWR.

Consultant

Storm Radio

January 2002 - October 2003

London, UNITED KINGDOM

Freelance/contract

Freelance Consultant

Key Duties- chairman of a listener focus-group.

On-air content research and format design.

Created and drove a marketing campaign in conjunction with musicians and

business organisations.

Issued press releases and conducted press interviews.

Designer

Luna Lounge Design Co.

June 1996 - August 1996

New York, UNITED STATES

Freelance/contract

Designed flyers, posters and created innovative marketing strategies for

'new' rock bands.

Professional Development

Aston University

Jan 1990 - Apr 1990

Desk top publishing.

Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School

Jan 1974 - Jan 1979

7 O levels

Personal Interests

Music

Art (I'm a collector of American comicbooks, It's the artwork I'm drawn

too, honest!)

History

Movies

Paleoentology

Travel

American Football (New York Jets, winning is so over rated!)

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