Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
love camping, fishing and golf
Timeline
Generic

Michel Bertrand

Ottawa,ON

Summary

Reliable mature professional delivering project updates on regular basis and paying close attention to details. Smart employee with expertise in computers and preparing sample layouts. Works well as a team member or individually. Good communications skills with customers and co-workers. Punctual and reliable employee.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-press Technician

Dollco Print Solutions
05.2011 - 09.2023
  • Imported electronic or print files using Signa and made color, digital image and text corrections.
  • Utilized PC and Mac program to prepare jobs for color proofs and print.
  • Worked closely with 7 member team to maintain high standards of quality and encourage repeat business.
  • Implemented light boxes and microscopes to examine finished plates, detect flaws and verify conformity.
  • Operated and maintained image and plate setters.

Imposition and CTP Operator

Lowe Martin Group
04.2004 - 05.2011

Preparing files in order prior to going on press.

Preparing hard copy proofs for clients to view.

Making digital plates for printing presses.

Worked with a team of 8 members.

Worked overnight un-supervised.


Film Stripper and Imposer

Dollco Printing Inc.
03.1992 - 04.2004
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.

Service Advisor

Larabie Auto Repair Inc.
01.1990 - 02.1992
  • Educated customers regarding regular maintenance protocols to preserve vehicle condition.
  • Examined service history and provided initial inspection of vehicle to identify issues.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Handled customer issues with confidence, using complex problem solving to provide effective resolution.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and asked open-ended questions to better determine needs.
  • Developed estimates by costing materials, supplies, and labor.
  • Informed customers of service specials, completion times, and service expenses to provide exemplary customer service.

Education

No Degree - Graphic Arts

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
02.1979

High School Diploma -

Andre-Laurendeau High School
Ottawa, ON
06.1975

Skills

  • Leading Software Development Teams
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Prepress and Printing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Team player
  • Quick to learn new material and processes
  • Member of health & safety committee
  • Speak and written English and French

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Professional Working

love camping, fishing and golf

Camping is a great familly activity and being with friends and familly is a great time. A day out fishing is my relaxing time with familly or friend. A good game of golf with a foursome of friends brings out the competitive side of me and have a great time with friends.

Timeline

Pre-press Technician

Dollco Print Solutions
05.2011 - 09.2023

Imposition and CTP Operator

Lowe Martin Group
04.2004 - 05.2011

Film Stripper and Imposer

Dollco Printing Inc.
03.1992 - 04.2004

Service Advisor

Larabie Auto Repair Inc.
01.1990 - 02.1992

No Degree - Graphic Arts

Algonquin College

High School Diploma -

Andre-Laurendeau High School
Michel Bertrand