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Daniel  Doe

Daniel Doe

Snodland,Kent

Summary

I'm an enthusiastic and creative professional with 25+ years experience working in print and retail marketing, for both independent and corporate businesses.


A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a high standard of written English. An efficient time manager and project multi-tasker.


Also skilled in copywriting, editing and proof-reading. I am currently studying with the College of Media & Publishing to further improve my abilities in these areas.


A fast learner with a committed work ethic, I take pride in producing quality results, either individually or as part of a team.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Production Coordinator

DS Smith Retail Marketing (formerly Creo R.M)
Aylesford, Kent
07.2019 - 03.2025


This role entailed:


  • Planning production schedules to ensure on-time/in-full delivery of projects.
  • Coordinating with sales teams re: production and delivery schedules.
  • Collaboration with external suppliers re: material procurement needs.
  • Working with Quality Control teams to maintain production standards.
  • Ensuring overall production targets were met.
  • Resolving any production issues to minimise downtime.
  • Report writing where required.

Senior Estimator

Creo Retail Marketing
Aylesford, Kent
04.2007 - 07.2019


This role entailed:


  • Tendering for and securing profitable contracts.
  • Calculating materials and production costs to provide accurate estimates.
  • Liaising with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing proposals and negotiating for the most cost-effective options.
  • Collaborating with design teams to ensure cost-effective production without compromising quality.
  • Coordinating with project managers to ensure smooth transition from estimate to production stage.
  • Report writing where required.

Estimator

Lauren Displays Ltd
Aylesford, Kent
09.1999 - 04.2007


This role entailed:


  • Using estimating software to produce accurate estimates.
  • Liaising with suppliers to secure best prices for materials and services.
  • Engaging with clients throughout the estimating process, building strong client relationships.
  • Managing multiple estimates simultaneously whilst maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.

Printer/Stencil Maker

Lauren Displays Ltd
Aylesford, Kent
09.1995 - 09.1999


This role entailed:


  • Producing Point-of-Sale materials using various print processes including Screen and Lithographic printing
  • Screen print stencil & Litho platemaking.
  • Various aspects of print finishing etc.
  • Maintenance of print machines etc.

Education

A-Levels - Chemistry, Human Biology

Mid Kent College
Rochester, Medway
09.1991 - 06.1993

GCSEs - English, Maths, Combined Sciences, Geography, Music

Aylesford Secondary School
Aylesford, Kent
09.1986 - 06.1991

Skills

  • Copywriting
  • Creative writing
  • High standard of written English and grammar
  • Computer literacy
  • Effective communicator at all levels
  • Self motivated
  • Good time management
  • Strong interpersonal skills



Affiliations

  • I'm a musician and play in a 'Hillbilly Speed Blues' band called Thee Scarecrows AKA. As a band we have released five studio albums and toured extensively across Europe and the USA.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Production Coordinator

DS Smith Retail Marketing (formerly Creo R.M)
07.2019 - 03.2025

Senior Estimator

Creo Retail Marketing
04.2007 - 07.2019

Estimator

Lauren Displays Ltd
09.1999 - 04.2007

Printer/Stencil Maker

Lauren Displays Ltd
09.1995 - 09.1999

A-Levels - Chemistry, Human Biology

Mid Kent College
09.1991 - 06.1993

GCSEs - English, Maths, Combined Sciences, Geography, Music

Aylesford Secondary School
09.1986 - 06.1991
Daniel Doe