Dave Hams
Dorking,Surrey
Summary
Results-driven packaging and branding professional with over 25 years expertise in key client management, global re-brand management and new business development. Expert in artwork production, project management, and artwork/print technical processes, complemented by strong skills in colour / print management and process / cost saving initiatives. Adept at leveraging asset approval technology and conducting creative technical reviews to optimise the production process and enhance operational efficiency. Committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive organisational success while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Associate Director
BRANDED Ltd
01.2012 - 07.2025
- Company Overview: https://branded-agency.com/
- During my time as Associate Director I have gained valuable Board level experience, honed my decision making skills and whilst always having been commercially aware and astute, Board level exposure to business finances and associated decisions have further enhanced my knowledge base.
- Continuing to be the key business stakeholder for the John Lewis account, implementing artwork automation (35% of 6,000 skus automated in 2024), maintaining my advisory position and 'go to' person for technical, colour and key project management guidance.
- Implemented cost reduction measures to increase profitability.
- Managed complex projects, ensuring successful delivery on time.
- Facilitated staff training programmes, fostering professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency.
Account Director
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Recognised for my account management progression I was made Account Director, responsible for a larger team and given additional independence to grow the business and further improve process and ways of working.
- Additional accounts during this time included Butchers Petcare, Mothercare, Bic UK, Anheuser Busch and Danone.
- Experience gained across all packaging types and print processes, onsite client management including decision making and high profile project guidance.
Account Manager
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2005
- I became the first Packaging Account Manager at Magnet Harlequin, reporting directly to the Sales Director and responsible for accounts such as John Lewis, Electronic Arts, Fuller, Smith & Turner and St Ivel.
- Managing all elements of the accounts from design review meetings, project management, quoting/invoicing and technical support including press passing.
Artwork / Reprographic Operator
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2000
- As the first AppleMac operator at Magnet Harlequin, I was relied upon to help navigate the move to digital, working on some high profile clients such as Hasbro, Electronic Arts, First Choice Holidays and Fuller Smith & Turner.
Artwork / Reprographic Operator
Digital Artwork Services Ltd
01.1993 - 01.1996
- DAS ltd was a pioneering digital artwork agency, educating clients on the transformation from hand planning to digital artwork.
- During this time I was trained as an AppleMac operator whilst being one of the first in the UK to be trained on the advanced ArtPro software.
- At the same time, learning the technicalities of operating the high end imagesetter, running and exposing films for plate making and understanding ongoing print processes.
Skills
- Key Client Management
- Global Re-Brand Management
- New Business Development
- Artwork Automation
- Project Management
- Artwork/Print Technical
- Colour Management
- Process / Cost Saving
- Asset Approval Technology
- Creative Technical Review
- Team building
- Onboarding processes and procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Director
BRANDED Ltd
01.2012 - 07.2025
Account Director
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.2005 - 01.2012
Account Manager
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.2000 - 01.2005
Artwork / Reprographic Operator
Magnet Harlequin Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2000
Artwork / Reprographic Operator
Digital Artwork Services Ltd
01.1993 - 01.1996
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