Randy L. Schultz 25800 Industrial Blvd. 3334R Hayward, CA 94545 510-785-3902 RandyS@DesignProGraphics.net http://www.DesignProGraphics.net YouÕve just found an exceptional Graphic Designer with almost two decades of experience that can handle just about any job. My experience includes designing and laying out book covers, book interiors, catalogs, displays, marketing materials, advertisements, mailers, brochures, newsletters, stationery, presentations, brand ID, web graphics and web pages, logos and more. And, I am very efficient when it comes to learning new software and techniques. I am very comfortable working with both Macintosh and Windows platforms. I am extremely proficient with the following software: - Quark XPress - Adobe Acrobat - Adobe PhotoShop - Adobe Illustrator - Adobe InDesign - Macromedia Dreamweaver - Microsoft Word - Microsoft PowerPoint - Microsoft Excel - HTML, CSS, JavaScript Some of my accomplishments include: - Improved production methods at each company IÕve worked for. - Produced artwork for POP displays, postcards, trade show signs, and all types of marketing materials. - Successfully managed multiple production projects, completing them within budget and on time. - Designed and hosted several websites. - Created all of Fisher BooksÕ catalogs from concept through completion from 1996 to 2000. - Designed more than 20 book covers and numerous book interiors. - Performed photo searches and negotiated license fees for photos used in designs and book covers. - Trained many artists at each company IÕve worked for. - Proven abilities in production management with strong people skills and excellent leadership qualities. I also have excellent experience with: color theory, 4-color process, color separations, color-correction, spot color, pre-press, blue-lines, press checks, typography, fonts, paste-up, optimizing web graphics, cross-platform file issues, and trouble-shooting computer problems (just to name a few). I would appreciate an opportunity to work with your company. I know I will be a valuable asset in meeting your production and design needs. The following resume outlines my credentials and accomplishments in greater detail. You can view samples of my work online at http://www.DesignProGraphics.net. Outstanding references can be emailed upon request. Thank you for your time and consideration, Randy Schultz --- Randy L. Schultz 25800 Industrial Blvd. 3334R Hayward, CA 94545 510-785-3902 RandyS@DesignProGraphics.net http://www.DesignProGraphics.net Objective Seeking a Senior Design position that will allow me to produce creative solutions to a wide range of design needs. With 20 years of design experience I can help any company improve their collateral, advertising, brand ID, print and electronic media and make their production workflow more efficient. Skills and Qualifications - Production management with strong practical foundation in improving production methods - Extremely efficient computer skills and experience, and proficient on both Macintosh and Windows platforms - Expertise in Quark XPress, PhotoShop, Illustrator, Acrobat, PowerPoint, InDesign, Word, Excel, DreamWeaver, HTML, CSS, JavaScript - Strong People skills with excellent leadership qualities Professional Experience Home Depot, Kitchen Design Consultant Hayward, CA 08/2002ÐPresent - Design Kitchens using 20/20 CAD software - Consult with clients on remodel projects - Perform in-home measures to ensure accurate designs - Sell cabinets, countertops, sinks and other related items DesignPro Graphics, Graphic Design Consultant Hayward, CA 08/2001ÐPresent - Satisfied clients include: Certicom, Bay Hills Church, Laboratory Skin Care, Dr. Kevin Gilmartin, Community Services Development Corp., Handheld Media Group, Persistence Software - Websites IÕve created include: DesignProGraphics.net, BayHilsChurch.org, lsc-inc.com, csdcsbc.org, Litany.com - Recent books & covers designed: Emotional Survival, Love is No Guarantee, The Jamestown SÕKlallam Story Certicom Inc., Graphic Designer / Multimedia Specialist / Web Support Hayward, CA 01/2001Ð08/2001 - Created illustrations, diagrams, signs, graphics - Improved the quality of all graphic elements company-wide - Provided all PowerPoint presentation needs - Created new corporate PowerPoint templates - Help maintain and update corporate website - Maintained corporate branding - Created and improved marketing collateral - Designed a new look for all collateral that complimented new website and gave consistent look & feel to all materials - Contact person for Printers Laurel Technical Services, Production Manager Redwood City, CA 08/2000Ð12/2000 - Managed production department, team leaders, typists, Quark operators and artists. - Assisted with interviewing, selection and training of staff - Handled personnel issues - Managed production projects to meet deadlines - Assigned project components, tracked flow of projects, trouble-shoot scheduling challenges - Contact person for printers Fisher Books, Production Manager / Designer Tucson, AZ 04/1996Ð08/2000 - Created several book covers per year and designed all interiors for new titles - Produced artwork for ads, mailers, brochures, sell sheets, marketing materials & displays - Performed photo searches and negotiated license fees - Stayed informed of new technologies and suggested new software/hardware options - Figured production costs for P&Ls on future projects - Contact person for outside artists and photographers - Worked with managing editor to maintain production schedule PaperMINT, Production Tucson, AZ 09/1993Ð04/1996 - Created the cover for each issue - Produced 98% of all ads - Streamlined production processes - Transformed production workflow to one that met deadlines TypeMasters, Founder & Sole ProprietorÑFreelance Graphic Artist Tucson, AZ 01/1993Ð01/1994 - Satisfied clients: PaperMINT, ADVO, Morgan/Cain & Assoc., AMO (Arizona Mail Order) Thunderbird Printing, Co-Founder & Partner Tucson, AZ 04/1983Ð01/1994 - Typesetter and Computer Specialist - Involved in all aspects of print shop operations - Set all type on Macintosh using Quark XPress - Maintained computers and made decisions regarding software and hardware purchases, trouble-shooting, repair & training - Responsible for all layout and pre-press work Professional Associations - Good News Web Designers Association - American Association of Home Based Businesses - Deacon at Bay Hills Church Education University of Arizona Tucson, AZ 1980-1981 Completed 3 semesters. Majored in Music Performance and Theory & Composition. Withdrew from classes to help start family business. IÕve taken several PhotoShop classes and the Professional Webmaster classes at Macromedia University through ElementK. Interested in continuing my education working towards a degree.