SUMMARY
A self-motivated accomplished professional graphics specialist II, medical
editor, proofreader, designer, fine artist and farmer and that managed
projects from start to finish. Thrive in chaotic environments where there
is a combination of smart talented people that have a human touch to
succeed. Extremely passionate about helping businesses grow while reaching
out and helping my colleagues succeed in the office environment. Have an
entrepreneur spirit that enjoys change, learning, growing and being
creative. My strength is effective interpersonal and communication skills
with the ability to listen.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Special Projects
Doylestown, PA 18901
11/2012 - present
Mentoring and offering support to former colleagues and friends who are
seeking employment. Volunteering my expertise while providing Technical.
Writing with New Resumes, Cover Letters and Thank You Letters. In addition,
helping people connect with various recruiters.
McNeil Consumer Healthcare
GLOBAL Regulatory Operations
LABELING (Division of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc)
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Graphic Specialist II/Copy Development Project Manager (long-term Contract)
11/2010-11/2012 (2 years)
. Provides support to the Copy Development Project Manager related to the
development, approval, and release of packaging and labeling graphics for
McNeil Consumer Healthcare
. Provides graphics input into labeling and packaging documentation,
including scope control documents, BOM set up forms, and material
specifications
. Reviews and analyzes change controlled documents
. Trafficking artwork creation and corrections thru graphics vendors
. Assigned component part numbers to labeling components
. Routes all labeling artwork for proofreading
. Communicates project timelines and status for assigned projects
. Tracks color standard development, approval, and distribution to incoming
QA inspection
. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, Packaging Engineering,
Regulatory Affairs Franchise, Regulatory Labeling, Quality Assurance, Legal
(Patent and Trademark), Technical Operations, Quality Assurance, Planning,
Copy Development Project Managers and Proofreaders
. Worked on specific brands, Motrin IB Caplet, Motrin PM, Benadryl Ultra
Tabs, Children Benadryl Liquids, Imodium, and Tylenol
. Maintain a daily label log and related metrics in Word Access, Excel,
SharePoint and EDM
. Updating all graphic information in the EDM and database applications
. Creation of checklists for all labeling artwork for efficiency and good
medical practices.
. QN writing experience
. Adhering to strict compliance with Good Medical Practices
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
. Knowledge of labeling artwork development and approval processes
. Good communication & organizational skills
. Experience working with cross-functional teams
. Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
. EDM knowledge
. Strong Problem-solving skills
. Ability to work independently and demonstrated ability to perform as a
team player
. Willingness to provide support where & when needed
. Enjoys working in a fast paced environment
. Strategic Thinker
. Detailed oriented
. Current with SOPs training related to the job function
Euro RSCG Life Catapult, Princeton, NJ
AMA Medical Editor, Freelance (12/2009 - 03/2010)
Promotional Advertisement
. Initial edits
. Cold reads
. Check changes including all graphics, multimedia, websites and charts
. Editing and proofreading
. Fact checking marketing materials for pharmaceutical clients (Sanofi
Aventis, Novartis)
. Review Safety Information and Black Box Warnings
. Worked in a team environment
. Collaborating directly with internal and external customer base
. Selected to participate in pre-launch of new marketing materials and
upcoming sale pitches
. Managed key assignments when asked
. Strong knowledge of AMA Style of Writing
. Worked in PowerPoint when necessary
United Healthcare Insurance Company, Ovations Insurance Solutions Horsham,
PA
Proofreader/Editor - Contractor (03/2008 - 6/2009)
. Responsible for proofreading and editing
. Trafficking campaigns- adhering to tight deadlines
. Shared ownership for two DM (Direct Mail) Campaigns and special projects
. Conducted quality assurance-reviewing and recording in excel spread sheet
DM sample materials (seeds)
. Provided feedback to managers/vendors on approved sheets
. Coordinated/maintained a document filing system for team with easy
friendly user access resulting in improved organization
. Volunteered to review and edit website campaigns
Wyeth, Collegeville, PA
GLOBAL LABELING
Medical Technical Proofreader - Contract (1/2007 - 10/2007)
. Experience with the technical editing process for US Submissions in
SPL/XML, Word and PDF Formats
. Experience with SPL IN THE US and PIM and in the EU across the
organization following strict FDA Regulations
. Reviewed Labeling SPL/XML files prepared for submission to FDA or as the
source for numerous rendition output via style sheets. Core Data Sheet
(CDS)
. Working closely on projects with document manager with therapeutic area
leaders, label managers, document specialist, proofreaders and management
. Performed document comparisons and preparation in various applications,
adhering to the processes outlined in the SOP and checklist
. Given ownership of special project, worked with programmers and
validation team players Validating Physicians Labeling Rule (PLR) style
sheet and epic editing tool in a controlled strict testing environment
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Plainsboro, NJ
AMA Medical Proofreader/Editor - Contract (2/2006 - 1/2007)
Promotional Advertisement
Proofread all designs and copywriting projects
including all PDF:
. Slide decks
. CDROMs
. Web pages
. Sale carriers, slim Jims, visual aids
. PIs, ISIs, and Brief Summaries
. Clinical trials posters and advertisements for magazines, press releases,
autobiographies, all marketing and commercial scripts
. Adhering to AMA style and consistency
. Worked with DDMAC Form FDA 2253 submissions
. Annotated documents in CRISP- correction and line checks, full reads,
stamping approved hardcopy
. Electronically proofread documents in Mercury and Crisp
. Chosen to participate on quality control project with Mead Johnson Audit
for each promotion in the bi-weekly Direct Mail Campaign verifying files
and validating records
. Worked overtime to meet deadlines
Bristol-Myers Squibb, Hopewell, NJ
Senior Administrative Associate - Contract (9/2005 - 2/2006)
. Provided administrative support services
. Tracking all project hours
. Scheduling onsite meetings and teleconferences
. Arranged travel and expense reporting
. Maintained ongoing tracking spreadsheet
. Creation of PowerPoint slides
. Assisted with special projects
Borgata, Casino, Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
Customer Care Representative/Special Projects (4/2004 - 9/2005)
. Responsible for answering inbound telephone calls in a customer service
Skill-based call center. Transactions ranged from the call transfers to in-
room work order requests (order entry), to complex hotel, dining, and event
and entertainment reservations for VIP customers. Catered to customer needs
using tact and diplomacy
. Participated on Special Project Events and promotions working closely
with clients and management, dealt with highly confidential information on
a daily basis
ConvaTec (former division of Bristol-Myers Squibb), Skillman, NJ
AMA Proofreader/Traffic Coordinator
LABELING AND PACKAGING
Proofreader / Project Associate - Contract (2/2003 - 10/2003)
. Managed key assignments for a medical supply company that specializes in
ostomy, wound care and skin care products
. Proofread 15+ Languages on the Global Visioning System
. Directly communicated with third party vendors
. Coordinated special projects, such as researching database and compiling
background history in collaboration with vendors who performed graphic
production for ConvaTec
EDUCATION
. Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA - Certification in
Desktop Publishing and Computer Graphics (completed Certification
Program)
. Beaver College, Glenside, PA - Graduate studies in Special Education
(completed studies)
. Temple University, Philadelphia, PA - Bachelor of Science in Education
(completed)
. Bucks County Community College, Newtown, PA - Fine Art, Computer Graphics
Design, Metal smith coursework (ongoing)
. Montgomery County Community College, PA Associate Degree in Education
(completed)
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Mac/PC platforms Adobe Illustrator Global Vision Proof
Reading System
Microsoft Office (Word, Access Quark
Excel, PowerPoint
Visio Adobe Acrobat SAP
CRISP Epic Editor Diffdog
Mercury Arbortext (XML
comparison tool EDMS data management
Cmat SharePoint OUTLOOK
Altova Authentic WIZARD Training database Photoshop
May 2014
Dear Project Manager:
Experience stems from 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry. I've worked
in Marketing and Advertisement, Clinical Research, Clinical Studies,
Oncology, Global Regulatory Affairs, Global Labeling and Customer Service.
I believe in strong communication skills that make a difference that
continue to grow in an upward spiral to success. Primary duties were but
not limited to managing brand assignments, joggling projects from start to
completion, managing mail order campaigns, developing controlled documents,
trafficking, fact-checking, editing, proofreading and writing.
Have collaborated with Art Directors, Medical Editors, Graphic Designers,
Print Buyers, PowerPoint Specialists, Prepress Specialists, Document
Specialists, Graphics Specialists, Account Executives, Traffic
Coordinators, Copywriters, Programmers, Regulatory Affairs Associates,
Therapeutic Area Leaders, Medical Affairs, Packaging and Labeling
Engineers, Marketing, Legal (Patent and Trademark), Quality Assurance,
Vendors and Project Managers.
Have the innate ability and talent to work in a fast-paced environment that
successfully juggles multiple priorities. Creative, adaptable, flexible and
organized that enjoys helping my colleagues succeed in the office
environment that steadily increases company's profits and productivity.
Have an entrepreneur spirit that enjoys change, learning and growing.
Thank you for this opportunity.
Regards,
Janice Eiseman