Jeffrey Klowan

I’ve been a Graphic Designer/Pre-press professional for over 20 years, and during that time I have worked with many of the largest mass retailers with a focus on consumer-based products, packaging and artwork production. I have spent the last 18 years working for an in-house design department responsible for packaging, product, artwork and doing the production ready art for numerous amounts of branded products. I have a firm grasp of the printing process (both Flexo & Offset) and setting up artwork to be press ready, following Brand guidelines, an understanding of color correction processes and photography manipulation.

I have mastered all industry software including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign, and also have a good understanding of all typical office related software. I am a sample-making wiz and have strong package die-line creation skills. I have a strong passion for design and pre-press work, and I take great pride in exceeding expectations on any job I am asked to do.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define strategic direction for designs based on market indicators and brand identity to identify new solutions for underperforming retail SKUs to continually grow the company's market share by 5% YOY.
• Implemented company-wide standards for color and sizing of all products and packaging, reducing lead time for sample approvals by 15%.
• Successfully managed multiple design projects concurrently, navigating rapid iterations and meeting tight deadlines, resulting in a 100% on-time delivery rate.
• Utilized data-driven decision-making to develop customer-focused designs that aligned with market demands and maximized profitability.
• Effectively navigated group dynamics by fostering a collaborative atmosphere and valuing diverse perspectives, leading to successful project completion.
• Utilized advanced fabrication techniques to produce high-quality models and samples, enhancing the overall presentation experience for customers.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development by proactively engaging with the latest industry trends through continuous reading, attending key conferences, and participating in relevant workshops.
• Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to create compelling seasonal gift set campaigns, resulting in a 10% increase in sales revenue.
• Consulted with clients and stakeholders to negotiate prices and conceptualize and scope project deliverables and timelines.
• Conceptualized, designed, and finalized production-ready art for a minimum of 30 new SKUs per season, saving $50k annually by eliminating the need for outsourcing creative assets.
• Drove revenue growth by over $800K in 2004 and 2005 through the addition of new product categories/accounts.

Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design

Massachusetts College of Art and Design | Boston, MA