Cort Carpenter

●Continued refinement in my skills with finishing and print production.

●Worked with more metal and acrylics making large and extra large format prints and fabrications.

●Worked deeper on colour matching with Pantones and adjustments across multiple machines and printing layouts.

●Assisted in quality assurance and assuring deadlines for projects are being met, communicating with the team.

●Proficient in preparing print-ready files for both small and large format projects of diverse types and dimensions.

●Skilled in operating large format cutters such as the Zund, adept in tasks including creasing, cutting, and scoring.

●Experienced in intricate processes like weeding, masking, and applying vinyl to objects with flat or rounded surfaces.

●Proficient in grommeting, riveting, mounting, and precision hand-trimming of large format materials.

●Capable in colour matching, adjustment, and meticulous proofing to ensure top-notch results.

●Demonstrated ability in training individuals new to the industry, facilitating smooth onboarding processes and knowledge transfer.

●Produced, trimmed, laminated, and meticulously finished a diverse range of industry-standard products, including but not limited to business cards, brochures, books, signs, banners, and posters.

● Handled the replacement and upkeep of inks, coolant, and substrates, ensuring smooth operations and optimal print quality.

●Managed, maintained, cleaned, and conducted repairs on various printers, binders, laminators, and cutters, fostering equipment longevity and reliability.

●Oversaw and ensured product quality and timely shipping of products to clients.

●Learned about the various materials to recommend the best products for client needs, enabling informed recommendations.

● Ensured client specifications matched the final product, and maintained communication with clients at multiple touchpoints to produce high-quality results.

● Assisted clients in person, offering suggestions to ensure their project was successfully actualized.
● Provided timelines and updates for project completions.

●Optimized workspace efficiency by skillfully arranging Tyvek and other fabric materials to meet client specifications.

●Conceptualized and crafted designs for diverse garments, meticulously adjusting and hand-cutting them to precise specifications.

●Provided oversight during sewing processes to ensure accurate execution of design details across various orders.

●Conducted meticulous inventory management, meticulously tracking roll stock and material shipments to support seamless production operations.

●Undertook the responsibility of repairing and maintaining a wide array of machinery throughout the shop, ensuring uninterrupted workflow and equipment reliability.

● Worked with Key Grip and Director of Photography to establish mood and lighting.

● Creatively came to conclusions by following chain of command and adjusting per request.

● Manually placed diffusion, blockers, and other tools to capture effects.

● Built rail over various terrain for dolly and camera crew to operate smoothly.

● Input data from various schools across the state into spreadsheets, PowerPoint and XL documents.

● Helped clean up HTML on the main website and temporary websites made for shows to promote Aeries products.

● Created PowerPoints and presentations for shows to promote Aeries products.

● Graphic design, icon creation, and small web gif creation for websites and Aeries SIS system software for the main interface and interfaces made for show promotion.

● Created icons, updated logos, and built the website for Mid-Sun Community Association's after school activities and clubs.

● Wrote HTML code to include drop-down menus and quick selection tabs for ease of access.