MATTHEW ZSCHACK

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CLIFTON, NJ **013

Cell 973-***-****

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SUMMARY: Over 30 years of experience in creative design and production positions using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign): Twenty years of experience in a consumer packaged goods design and production environment. Additional ten years creating visuals and packaging for research scientists in the healthcare field.

EXPERIENCE:

SIEMENS HEALTHINEERS TARRYTOWN, NY

R&D Product & Labeling Designer - Contract August 2020 - January 2024

·Managed the development of product packaging and labeling design for laboratory diagnostics products in compliance with US and EU In Vitro Diagnostic medical device Regulation (IVDR), Unique Device Identification (UDI) and Globally Harmonized System (GHS).

·Developed standardized templates for packaging, labels and assigned value sheets for consistency and regulatory compliance across multiple product lines.

·Maintained and managed the storage of final files in compliance with Siemens Healthineers regulatory standards.

AMERICAN TACK & HARDWARE (AMERTAC) BREINIGSVILLE, PA

Marketing Production Manager / Package Designer, February 2011 - December 2019

·Responsible for the creative design, development, and execution of a variety of marketing communication materials using Adobe Creative Suite, including product packaging, catalogs, brochures, presentation materials, sell sheets and promotional materials (POP displays and trade show signage).

·Designed and developed artwork for three brands (Amerelle, Westek, and Zenith) and multiple categories including Decorative Wallplates, Nite Lites, Under Cabinet Lighting, Battery Operated Lighting, Timers, Light Controls and Consumer Electronics Accessories.

·Collaborated closely with the Product Development team, interpreting and implementing their ideas, as well as creatively contributing to the design and development of the artwork for product and packaging.

JOHNSON AND JOHNSON MORRIS PLAINS, NJ

Creative Project Coordinator March 2009 - January 2011

·Lead the creative direction for promotional materials for Johnson’s Baby and Woman’s Health GBUs (Johnson’s Baby Powder, Baby Oil, Baby Shampoo, Baby Lotion, Stayfree, Carefree, o.b., e.p.t., Monistat, K-Y and Tucks). This includes FSIs, trade ads, PDQs, wing units, and direct mail pieces. Manage the overall projects from initial concepts, pricing estimates to overseeing the design process, either in-house designers or outside design agencies.

PHILIPS CONSUMER LIFESTYLE LEDGEWOOD, NJ

Project Manager April 2008 - January 2009

·Drove all project related actions (technical, industrial as well as commercial; internal and with suppliers) to the desired result according to a well defined plan and agreed processes, from project start to mass production release and project closure. Defined the project plan, including required resources and identifying risks. Brought the project to completion, directed team members. Reported on progress and risks, ensuring in time escalation. Certified proper alignment between relevant functions in project. Managed project interfaces and represented the group to cross functional teams.

PHILIPS CONSUMER LIFESTYLE LEDGEWOOD, NJ

Product Manager April 2006 - March 2008

·Point person for the North American, Shanghai, Singapore, Amsterdam and Sao Paulo offices on developing core range products. Managed over 1000 Global SKUs, comprising of over $70 million in sales. Worked directly with Walmart, Lowe’s, Sears, and Costco on in-store promotions and sales concepts, beginning from product creation to culmination with on-shelf date.

·Developed new packaging styles that were focused around our brand and that were more sustainable in every aspect of the product. By reducing the packaging and product waste I was able to make these products more eco-friendly.

Graphic Designer March 2000 - April 2006

·Designed packaging for all Philips core audio and video, telephone, headphones, remote controls and surge protection items worldwide using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

·Designed and produce various marketing materials for sales meetings and product demonstrations.

·Created layouts for instruction manuals and installation directions.

·Worked with various vendors in the production of final artwork.

THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY, MEDIA RESOURCE CENTER NEW YORK, NY

Senior Computer Graphics Specialist September 1996 - February 2000

·Supervised Art & Design staff (up to 5 people) by scheduling personnel, managed workflow, maintained equipment, and oversaw quality control and overall artistic direction.

·Managed production of all presentation graphics, including academic posters, slides, newsletters, and brochures.

·Developed templates and established graphic guidelines that maintained a cohesive appearance for a variety of presentation materials.

·Consulted with prospective clients at our branch at The Mount Sinai Medical Center.

·Managed projects with outside digital and conventional printer vendors.

SKILLS: Proficient with both Mac and PC operating platforms

Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign,

Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint

EDUCATION: Montclair State University - Montclair, NJ.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

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