Graphic Designer Artist
Resume:
Erick Kline
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Houston, TX ***35
**********@*****.***
Education
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN • M.A., Journalism
DePauw University, Greencastle, IN • B.A., English Composition
University of Essex, Colchester, England • Autumn Term
Skills
Proofreading • Verbal and written communication skills • Graphic design skills • Prepress fundamentals • Direct to plate inspection • Film negative inspection • Photograph toning for maximum image and color quality • Attention to detail • Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills • Multi-tasking skills • Issue resolution skills • Investigative/research skills • Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook/Entourage/PowerPoint/Publisher) • Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator/PhotoShop/Image Ready/InDesign/Dream Weaver/Flash/Fireworks) • Multi-Ad • Xpance • Corel Draw • DTI Pagination System • Newsway Output System • Solvero • Asura • Arkitek Proofing System
Experience
The Greensheet, 2601 Main Street, Houston, TX • Graphic Artist/Proofer (April 2013 to present)
Responsibilities include designing, typesetting, creating and producing all company literature, including but not limited to: production ads, spec/proof ads, brochures, forms, posters, media kits, team charters, web content, specialty publications and special projects in accordance with company policies and guidelines. Responsibilities also include, accurately creating in a timely manner, publication templates; placing, via computer, all billed advertisements in the appropriate section on page templates; electronically designing all pages for The Greensheet’s weekly editions; proofing and correcting ads before page placement and publication.
Minuteman Press Westchase, 10300 Westoffice, Houston, TX • Graphic Artist (May 2011 to February 2013)
Responsibilities included: producing and delivering a quality finished product using related design software; proofreading product for spelling errors and typos; running product out to plate or paper using imposition templates; checking product against original sample for spelling errors and/or color inconsistencies.
Affiliated Computer Systems, 3100 Hayes Rd., Houston, TX • Data Services Representative
(August 2010 to May 2011) • Responsibilities included: providing information technology solutions to clients; formulating decisions and procedures in a timely manner; compiling statistical analyses using computerized systems; gathering information and researching client inquiries; communicating appropriate options for resolutions; preparing standard reports to track input quality; and planning and implementing department goals to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
AHEPA 284-1 Housing, 451 Pelham Rd., Columbia, SC • Graphic Designer/Proofreader
(September 2008 to April 2010) • Responsibilities included: using related software to design brochures, flyers, newsletters, and other printed materials; proofreading copy and correcting errors in spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.
Savannah Morning News, 1375 Chatham Pkwy., Savannah, GA • Production Systems Coordinator
(June 2005 to May 2008) • Responsibilities included: verifying file integrity of all electronic media submitted for publication; working with agencies and clients on the correct way to submit electronic files; working with in-house staff on the correct output from the pagination system; troubleshooting electronic problems and working with technical staff to resolve and repair such problems.
Activities and Honors
I. U. Association of Journalists • Teaching Assistant, Contemporary Black Film (Indiana University) • Mark of Zero Gold Plaque: 180 days of error free production • Team of the Month, Special Products Group (Orlando Sentinel) • Certificate of Appreciation (Affiliated Computer Systems) • Sales Rep Letter of Commendation (The Greensheet)
References Available Upon Request
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