DONNA BUTLER CHIMIENTI
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Gresham, OR 97030 **************@***.***
P R O F I L E
Seasoned professional with proven expertise in meticulously managing multiple, complex projects and bringing them in on time and on budget. Reputation for innovative problem solving while working collaboratively with business partners.
E X P E R I E N C E
BURNING PALACE BRONZE INC. Boring, OR Oct 1998 - Present
• Manage all client interaction from initial estimate through casting process, quality assurance and final delivery
• Maintain client contact throughout each project including; scheduling, changes, and outside vendor negotiations
• Schedule and manage up to a 30 person staff
• Analyze all jobs upon completion to ensure profitability
• Established all business systems to support the day-to-day operations of this fine art bronze foundry, including accounting, time tracking/job costs, company policies and procedures
AKA Advertising & SASS/KVO Advertising Portland, OR Jul 1996 - Oct 1998
Production Manager
• Managed the production process including; estimates, purchase orders, timelines, proof and press approvals
• Executed negotiations and quality control of all prep, printing, bindery and mailing/delivery
• Sourced, negotiated and worked with outside freelance personnel
YOUNG & ROEHR, INC Portland, OR Feb 1988 - Jul 1996
Production Manager
• Collaborated with clients and creative teams to establish budgets and timelines
• Responsible for estimates, purchase orders, and quality control
• Negotiated costs and schedules with freelancers and vendors
OREGON PRINTING PLATES Portland, OR Mar 1986 - Feb 1988
Assistant Manager/Estimator
• Estimated in-house and outside charges
• Managed ink and paper inventory
• Assisted production manager in scheduling all presses