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Mark Riddell

Mark Riddell

St. Albans,Hertfordshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong organizational skills and extensive experience in managing multiple priorities. Proven ability to maintain a positive attitude while meeting team goals and taking on additional responsibilities. Skilled in resolving customer issues and enhancing success through effective strategies and exceptional service.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Manager

Herts Labels & Screen Printers
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
1998.03 - Current

Assisted in managing production scheduling tasks.
Supported efforts to streamline design and sales processes.
Aided teams in coordinating production schedules.

  • Liaised with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Supervised project timelines for timely completion.
  • Secured new business opportunities with successful networking events.
  • Optimised resource allocation for increased profits.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to secure repeat business.
  • Delivered high-quality products to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented cost reduction measures, reduced overhead expenses.
  • Established clear budgets and cost controls strategies to meet objectives.

Graphic designer

Self employed
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
1989.01 - Current

Assisted in creation of designs and artwork for clients and companies.

Ensured projects adhered to print deadlines within comic industry.

  • Collaborated with editor on various publications, including the launch of 'The New 'Eagle' and 'Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles' and many others.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all tasks.
  • Implemented regular feedback from clients into designs for improved product reception.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills whilst juggling multiple deadlines.
  • Met client deadlines through excellent workload planning and prioritisation.
  • Devised design solutions to meet client brief requests.

Graphic designer

Cleret Publicity
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
1986.03 - 1988.12

Executed innovative advertising and marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

  • Implemented regular feedback from clients into designs for improved product reception.
  • Presented fresh design ideas to management, driving forward creative vision within the company.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all tasks.
  • Coordinated effectively with printers and suppliers ensuring top quality print outputs.

Education

City & Guilds of London Institute - Foundation course in Printing & Graphic Arts

Watford College
Watford, Hertfordshire
1981.09 - 1982.06

Diploma of Higher Education - Design for Printing

Watford College
Watford, Hertfordshire
1982.09 - 1985.07

Skills

  • Effective delegation
  • Interpersonal effectiveness
  • Diplomatic communication
  • Time management
  • Constructive criticism
  • Technical proficiency
  • Influential communication

Affiliations

  • Big sports fan, played football semi professionally with St Albans City and Hertford Town.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager

Herts Labels & Screen Printers
1998.03 - Current

Graphic designer

Self employed
1989.01 - Current

Graphic designer

Cleret Publicity
1986.03 - 1988.12

Diploma of Higher Education - Design for Printing

Watford College
1982.09 - 1985.07

City & Guilds of London Institute - Foundation course in Printing & Graphic Arts

Watford College
1981.09 - 1982.06
Mark Riddell