Ricafort Ignacio
PACKAGING DESIGNER | PREPRESS & PRODUCTION ARTIST | PRINT PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
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About
Packaging Designer and Prepress Specialist with 16+ years of experience in packaging artwork, production design, prepress operations, and print production. Experienced in creating production-ready artwork, maintaining technical accuracy and brand consistency, and troubleshooting complex production issues.
Experience
Graphic Designer / Production Artist at The Studio Bridge (2026-02 – Present)
- Create and prepare packaging and print artwork based on client specifications.
- Perform artwork review, technical checks, and prepress preparation.
- Collaborate with teams to resolve design and production requirements.
Graphic Designer / Production Artist at VJ7 (2025-08 – 2026-02)
- Created and adapted artwork for print and production requirements.
- Prepared and reviewed production files for accuracy and quality.
- Resolved artwork and production issues while meeting deadlines.
Production Artist 2 at SGS & Co (2023-02 – 2024-08)
- Produced packaging artwork and managed prepress/premedia processes.
- Performed technical checks and quality control to ensure production readiness.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve production challenges.
Premedia Artist at SGK (2021-07 – 2022-11)
- Prepared packaging artwork for print production according to client specifications.
- Managed prepress workflows and performed technical artwork checks.
- Resolved production issues and improved workflow efficiency.
Production Artist 2 at SGS & Co (2014-04 – 2021-07)
- Created packaging production artwork and managed prepress operations.
- Performed technical checks to ensure artwork accuracy and production readiness.
- Resolved design and production issues while maintaining quality standards.
Prepress Graphic Artist at Lamicoat Inc (2011-08 – 2014-04)
- Produced and refined artwork for print production.
- Managed prepress checks and resolved production-related issues.
Prepress Graphic Artist at Limuel Packaging and Industrial Sales (2010-11 – 2011-04)
- Prepared production artwork and performed prepress quality checks.
- Collaborated with designers to resolve production challenges.
Jr. Graphic Artist at Majestic Press (2007-03 – 2010-06)
- Assisted in creating graphics for print materials.
- Maintained artwork files and supported the design workflow.
Education
Bachelor in Advertising and Public Relations – Polytechnic University of the Philippines (2002 – 2006)
