Michael Duschak

Current

Data Processing Technician at Coakley-Tech
Executive Director at 121 Creative (Sole Proprietorship)

Past

Prepress Services Manager at First Edge Solutions
Prepress Technician/Graphic Designer at First Edge Solutions
Prepress Technician/Stamp Production Supervisor at Business Cards Tomorrow

Senior Document Specialist at IKON Legal Document Services
Production Specialist at Kinko's
Copy Consultant at Kinko's

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Education

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Connections

18 connections

Industry

Printing

Michael Duschak’s Summary

I am a highly motivated, experienced technician with proven ability to adapt and succeed in any environment. A quick review of my employment history and experience will detail my commitment to progress and growth within the printing industry. I have succeeded and overcome every challenge by maintaining my focus and remaining committed to providing exceptional customer service and striving to be the best at my profession.

In December of 2007 I founded my own print design venture; 121 Creative, with the intention of providing variable print and design solutions to clientele unfamiliar with the benefits or possibilities of using a client database for printing.

KEY POINTS OF INTEREST
* Over 10 years experience in a variety of print production environments
* Exceptional written and verbal communication
* Proven planning, organization, and problem solving ability
* Advanced variable data design, programming, file creation, and output
* A team leader or a department go-to player
* Dedicated, reliable, self-motivated, “can do” attitude
* Proven ability to analyze and implement department procedures and protocols
* A prepress technician with graphic design experience and print production experience

Michael Duschak’s Specialties:

Varible Data Digital Printing
Short Run Static Digital Printing
Database Marketing
Database Management
Traditional Pre Press
Printing & Publishing

Michael Duschak’s Experience

Data Processing Technician

Coakley-Tech

(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)

June 2008 — Present (7 months)

Utilize and expand the tools of XMPIE suite software in the execution of variable web to print design.
Develop and program invoice processing templates and workflows for weekly and monthly mailings using the tools of PlanetPress.
Draw upon over 10 years print production experience in the execution and development of production workflows and processes.
Executive Director
121 Creative (Sole Proprietorship)

(Sole Proprietorship; 1-10 employees; Marketing and Advertising industry)

November 2007 — Present (1 year 2 months)

* Establish and maintain client base by continually providing superior customer service and innovative marketing solutions.
* Provide quotations and print solutions based on clients needs..
* Execute all design and variable data programming and merging.
* Compose and direct all business marketing and mailing.
* Attend local print and design seminars to continuously expand business knowledge and capabilities.
* Provide cutting edge variable data and image solutions beyond simple address merging and name dropping.
Prepress Services Manager

First Edge Solutions

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Printing industry)

March 2006 — June 2008 (2 years 4 months)

DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT
* Prioritize and maintain prepress department workflow between 3 prepress technicians
* Work proactively with sales staff and clients to enhance and improve file submission procedures by establishing guidelines and composing informational brochures
* Assess client needs and goals to develop print and document management solutions
* Reduce errors and redos by establishing department procedures, establish file management procedures for improved archiving and file retrieval
* Screen resumes and interview, mentor, coach, train, and conduct annual reivews of employees

VARIABLE DATA PRINTING
* Conceptualize and design variable data text and image projects
* Merge data to PDF, PPML for Canon C7000, or JLT files for HP Indigo, using FusionPro Desktop, Acrobat, InDesign, and Excel
* Merge data and background files using EFI Fiery Command Work Station or Xerox DocuSP functions
* Create variable data projects using InDesign and MS Word data merge functions
Prepress Technician/Graphic Designer

First Edge Solutions

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Printing industry)

January 2006 — March 2006 (3 months)

PREPRESS
* Manually preflight files for press and imaging in a PDF workflow
* Convert all files to PDF
* Manipulate files using PitStop
* Impose files ensuring maximum efficiency and waste reduction
* Output proof files using an Epson 4000
* Output polymer plates from a DPX Imagesetter using a Harlequin RIP
* Manually trap files using InDesign and Illustrator
* Prepare booklets for printing by adjusting for creep and ensuring proper page ordering
* Scan and manipulate images using a flatbed scanner
* Color correct image files using PhotoShop

GRAPHIC DESIGN
* Attend monthly marketing meetings for design & conceptualizing marketing materials
* Design business cards, letterhead, envelopes, invitations, announcements, flyers, postcards, marketing brochures, advertising, corporate identity, and portfolio books
* Line art illustration
* Logo redevelopment
* Expert knowledge of Illustrator and InDesign
* Compose and edit prepress articles for monthly company newsletter
Prepress Technician/Stamp Production Supervisor

Business Cards Tomorrow

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Printing industry)

April 2003 — January 2006 (2 years 10 months)
Senior Document Specialist

IKON Legal Document Services

(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Legal Services industry)

December 2000 — April 2003 (2 years 5 months)
Production Specialist

Kinko's

(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; Printing industry)

October 1997 — April 2000 (2 years 7 months)
Copy Consultant

Kinko's

(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; Printing industry)

April 1997 — October 1997 (7 months)