Primary responsibilities include the output of all film and poly plate material for Offset and Engraving presses. Utilizing network + all image processing systems through RIP software (including copiers, imagesetters and printers) All digital preparation, output hardware and software used in prepress managed through Adobe creative suite. Determines page layout, accounting for folds, trims, bleeds, stroke and gripper, adding crop marks and color bars as necessary. Preparing multiple color jobs with spot color separations and registration marks.

Works closely with a number of outside vendors to keep up with overflow work. Prepares artwork based on vendor needs while maintaining production times. Finds ways to cut costs by ganging artwork onto 18 x 24 16 gauge copper sheets.

Typesets copy changes and performs design & layout work for commercial clients, providing proofs and maintaining a record of templates.

Identify missing or problematic components and communicates them to the CSR, customer, and production personnel. Works closely alongside designers to ensure a healthy flow of communication throughout the job flow, troubleshooting where necessary.

Secondary responsibility being the Primary Digital Press Operator for the OKI white ink C942 printer. In charge of running all digital addressing for a variety of envelopes. Effectively merges customer provided variable data in the form of an Excel spreadsheet within Indesign data merge tool. Utilizes Indesign master page and character styles to typeset and create a proof that is cohesive alongside multiple processes.
Alongside other stationery such as invitations, announcements, sympathies, etc. the OKI requires a high level of color management skills and the ability to color match using PMS, ensuring cohesive color matching across multiple printing processes.

Design virtual mock-ups of custom made journals to a variety of clients to help promote their brand. These mockups showcase the customizable capabilities of made-to-order products, such as foil-stamping, heat stamping, screen printing, and other specialty printing methods.

Mockups are arranged primarily through Adobe Photoshop and InDesign while ensuring organizational effectiveness and file sharing.

Identifying and assisting distributors with project barriers such as budget and tight deadlines as well as providing custom quotes and freight estimates.

Studio Cultivate is a creative company that specializes in bespoke installations and displays. Founded by Kathryn Godwin in 2013, Studio Cultivate offers a range of creative services including photo set builds, prop styling, and signature one-of-a-kind retail displays and installations. All of the work created is created in her studio, grounded in craftsmanship, attention to detail, and awe-inspiring scale. From the Rose Mansion in New York to the Alt Summit Conference in Palm Springs, CA, she works with clients across the country to bring their creative concepts to life. Kathryn is involved at all steps of the process, including concepting, design, and fabrication.

Skilled artisan with over 7 years of experience in all aspects of silk screen printing including the registration of artwork on automatic and manual presses while working closely with graphic designers using Adobe Illustrator to design images for printing onto various types of apparel and merchandise. Complete understanding of mesh counts, coating, and exposure. Proficient in ensuring quality control, inventory control, and the distribution of goods by quantity, color, and size and also mixing various ink colors to match PMS.

My responsibilities included setting up, maintaining, and repairing printing equipment. Worked as a screen printer on a 4 color manual and a 5 color automatic printing press. Experience with water-based, acrylic, and silicone inks. Demonstrated proper curing and drying times. Trouble-shooting with the graphic design department when artwork is ready for seperations.