Ronald A. Masson
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Rocklin, CA 95677 651 -226-6296 Cell
OBJECTIVE I seek challenging opportunities where I can fully use my printing/pre press skills
for the success of the organization, where I can grow professionally and personally.
COMPUTOR/PRESS MAC/PC - Adobe InDesign - Imaging Tech - Photoshop CS3
SKILLS Capture One - Scanning - Mark Andy 870 & 2200 - Microsoft Word
HIGHLIGHTS Over 30 year’s color pre-press and printing experience
Managed Scanning/Imaging Departments/Production Artist
QUALITY CONTROL Attention to detail * Strong organizational skills * Mechanically inclined
Inspect and maintain equipment * Problem solving skills * Review and inspect
INTERPERSONAL Record of punctual work attendance and minimal lost time due to illness
COMMUNICATION Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Involvement in 5S/lean manufacturing
Responsible for inventory, hiring and firing, employee reviews, research and
development and purchasing of equipment.
PROFESSIONAL Computype, St.Paul, MN 2010-2014 / Periscope, Minneapolis, MN 1998-2008 /
EXPERIENCE Laser Graphics, Hillside, Il 1992-1998
Scanning/Imaging Manager
Instrumental in setting color parameters for proofing and scanning devices.
Responsible for training, planning, directing workflows and purchasing equipment for
Scanning, Imaging and Photography department needs. Worked with photographers
on sets to ensure best images for print publications and catalogs. Maintain and repair
Scanners, Processors and imaging devices.
Digital Image Artist
Convert, image manipulation, comp, color correct, outline and mask files.
Responsible for color matching files to product. Proofread for final approval
and specifications. Calibrate all digita l proof devices. Produce images for
all Catalog, Ad work, Packages and In-Store marketing. Worked closely with
Art Directors/Photographers and clients as a color analyst.
Printing
Working manager of Insty Prints, operated and maintained AB Di ck 2 color presses and
operated a variety cutters, folders and plate making cameras. Operated a Docucolor
2000digital press and ran wide format printers. Operated and maintained Mark Andy
2200/870 web press w/die cutting capabilities.
EDUCATION John F. Kennedy High School, 3 year Graphic Arts Program Chicago, IL
Color Certificate through DS America Enterprise.