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Production Manager / Graphic Designer

Benjamin Thoerner

Cincinnati, OH
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    Results-orientated, production artist and graphic designer with 12+ years of experience in production management, graphic design, marketing and print design. Solid interpersonal and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. Accustomed to performing in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining an emphasis on quality and accuracy. Skilled in client and vendor relations.

  • Education
    • BFA graphic design
      Columbus College of Art and Design
      2002 - 2006
  • Experience
    • Freelance Graphic Designer/ Production Artist
      Self-Employed
      Cincinnati, OH
      Sep 2019 - Present (6 years 9 months)
    • Production Artist/Designer
      Deskey
      Cincinnati, OH
      Apr 2013 - Sep 2019 (6 years 5 months)
      - Executed a high volume of layouts for a Top 10 QSR monthly print program while adhering to specification sheets and brand guidelines from design through final production.
      - Created Local Store Marketing material library for QSR client. Library included, customizable material for Franchisees to choose and adapt for their location.
      - Delivered strong and effective communication with other designers and client managers to help identify and execute production needs for client’s, that included CPG Brands, Top 10 QSR Brand, and Non-Profits.
      - Adapted design files across multiple production mediums while maintaining brand integrity, strong accuracy of brand concepts to usable files for print production with outside vendors.
      - Developed and designed mock-ups of design concepts for interoffice and client-facing reviews.
      - Formulated and maintained multiple image libraries for client self-service which included product photos, brand imagery, and icons used on multiple social media platforms to ensure uniformity of images across all mediums.
      - International adaptation of designs for U.S. QSR to launch stores and marketing in Dubai, France, and Saudi Arabia.
      - SKU Production for Walmart Spring Valley packaging, including competency with FDA regulation to update labels twice per year for three years.
    • Freelance Graphic Designer
      Self-Employed
      Cincinnati, OH
      May 2010 - Apr 2013 (2 years 11 months)
      - Established brand standards for clients with emerging brands.
      - Developed new design solutions for existing established companies and brands.
      - Conceptualized new brand identity including:
      - Brand logos
      - Web banners
      - Apparel design
      - Print and social media marketing
    • Production Manager / Graphic Designer
      ImagineNation Communications+Design
      Dayton, OH
      Oct 2008 - May 2010 (1 year 7 months)
      - Oversaw production needs across several brands for a multi-faceted design firm.
      - Built strong relationships with clients and outside vendors to ensure projects remained on-target with expectations and within budget.
      - Guided pre-flighting, transferring of files while reviewing proofs along with performing on-site press checks to assure the quality of deliverables to client.
      - Designed and conceptualized new ideas and campaigns.
      - Established strategy planning and market research for prospective clients.
      - Corresponded with multiple points of contacts between outside vendors and clients.
    • Graphic Designer
      Sign Graphics & Design
      Kansas City, KS
      Mar 2007 - Jan 2008 (10 months)
      - Consulted with clients from first point of contact which includes conceptualizing ideas while designing and revising based on the client’s needs.
      - Followed through with customer designs and specifications during the print production.
      - Operated a large-format digital printer to build customer requests.
      - Produced multiple projects at once while maintaining timely and clear communication.
  • Awards

    • May 2006 : 3rd place- Victoria’s Secret / CCAD Package Design Contest.

    The main focus of the contest was to develop an innovative way to package and market the PINK brand stuffed dog and gift card together as a holiday season promotional piece.

  • Industries
    • Advertising
    • Food & Beverage
    • POP / Visual Merchandising
    • Retail
  • Skills
    • Graphic Design
    • Industrial Design
    • Packaging Design
    • Print Design
    • Production Design
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