Andrew Richardson
Greenford,Ealing
Summary
- I've worked in commercial print for 35 years, bridged the gap between analogue and digital print reproduction. I've worked in Advertising and the Music business, producing artworks for promotions and record and CDcovers for bands, I've also overseen the production of magazines. From Analogue to Digital I've had the perfect crossover for print reproduction, understanding the effects of ink and paper substrates, also printing on materials such as fabrics, wood and metals. I have a vast experience in creative software and image manipulation, working with artists, photographers and Art students.
- I've worked in a team of professionals and also as an independent artist, being proactive in both is important to me.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work history
Head Technical Instructor/ Digital and repro
Royal College of Art
London, Greater London
2008.03 - 2023.08
- I ran weekly Workshops for students in Analogue and Digital Reproduction.
- Tutored in Digital software, CS Creative suite, RIP Systems, and Large format digital printers.
- Offered input into setting up installations and shows for display uses.
- Monitored new technical and system advances in the market.
- Delivered in house training for new staff.
- Managed budgets for materials and Equipment.
Mac Artworker / Proofer
Capital repro
London, Greater London
1995.05 - 2007.09
- From Artists Artwork created a film based layout for reprographic printout onto lithographic plates.
- Made 4col proofs on colour laminated paper for printers.
- Used early versions of Quark Express, Photoshop , Illustrator and Freehand software for final assembly for print.
Final Film Planner 4/col/ Scitex Syst
Trademasters
London, Greater London
1990.02 - 1991.06
- Analogue final film assembly for platemaking and then press.
- Early version of Scitex systems for imagesetter film separation.
Planner/ Platemaker/Camera operator
Apple Litho
London, Greater London
1983.01 - 1987.06
- Stated an apprenticeship for 5 years in Graphic Reproduction. Studying at the LCP on a block release HND. 4months at a commercial printers and 4 months at college.
- Skills involved were 4 col film assembly, Camera reproduction ,ie separation on film and half toning.
Education
HND Graphic Reproduction - Reprographic Print
London College of Print
London SE 1 01/1983 - 06/1986
Skills
- Taking a brief from start to finish within deadlines
- Comprehensive knowledge of creative and print related software
- Working within a team
- A great sense of Humour
- Attention to detail and perfection
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Head Technical Instructor/ Digital and repro
Royal College of Art
2008.03 - 2023.08
Mac Artworker / Proofer
Capital repro
1995.05 - 2007.09
Final Film Planner 4/col/ Scitex Syst
Trademasters
1990.02 - 1991.06
Planner/ Platemaker/Camera operator
Apple Litho
1983.01 - 1987.06
HND Graphic Reproduction - Reprographic Print
London College of Print
01/1983 - 06/1986