Jasond Fernandez, Print Production Manager

Jasond Fernandez

Print Production Manager

Morris Media Network

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Diploma, Multimedia Personal Enrichment Courses
Experience
17 years, 11 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :17 years, 11 Months

Print Production Manager at Morris Media Network
  • United States
  • March 2005 to May 2015

Overseeing the print production implementation of monthly publications, special-interest projects, marketing communication collateral for multiple lines of business.

Worked cross-functionally with the clients and creative team. Developed, executed and communicated client’s briefs and feedback to team, overseen changes of client’s modifications and adhered to company’s policy and procedures for workflow of client interaction, route artwork and copy for approval.

Coach and a team leader with previous experience working in an integrated team environment. Managed and approved print production schedules, print specifications with oversight of print quality, clients presentations and other related creative print media.

Freelance Graphic Designer at J321Design Studio
  • United States
  • July 1997 to May 2014

A freelance studio I started in 1997. Created a wide variety of graphic art and promotional material. Developed design briefs, worked on presentations, leaflets, trade-marks, marketing materials, banner designs, identification signage, concept development, newsletter, poster and brochure design.

Art Director at Morris Media Network
  • United States
  • February 2004 to March 2005

Created professional and unique messages that drive responses. Conceptualized creative solutions that effectively communicated the strategic intent within the assigned products: map and guides, magazines and annual edition of in-room hotel publications.

Worked in developing high-impact editorial layouts, brand identities and marketing materials. Consistently delivered in the most demanding deadlines, communicated effectively withncross-functional teams, able to find the most cost-effective solutions for all challenges the design team faced and bringing creative concepts to life.

Senior Graphic Designer at Guest Informant
  • United States
  • May 2003 to February 2004

A project team member specializing in hotel in-room books, custom covers, QuickGuide® magazine design and layouts.

Responsible for redesigning and recreating earlier editions of visitors guides in various cities countrywide.

Production Graphic Artist at Guest Informant
  • United States
  • July 2001 to May 2003

Extrapolated on existing creative jobs to develop multiple executions as
needed maintaining the creative integrity of the original concept. Reviewed
digital file specifications prior to releasing them to press and ensured
adherence to standards of both the agency and vendors.

Education

Diploma, Multimedia Personal Enrichment Courses
  • at Los Angeles Mission College
  • May 2015

Further education in multi-media. Studies present a chance to create media art with industry equipment and software, use of digital video cameras, editing bays, animation labs, and graphics stations.

Master's degree, Master in Fine Arts in Computer Graphic Design
  • at Academy of Art University
  • January 2015

Currently pursuing a degree in Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design. Completion date would be around 2018. The program integrates practice, theory and inquiry while encouraging innovation, visual literacy, conceptual problem solving and critical thinking.

Diploma, Textile Personal Enrichment Course
  • at Pasadena City College
  • May 2010

Key skills classes in Textile Printing. Advanced work incorporating several stencil and/or ink systems.

Diploma, BA in Graphic Design
  • at Platt College
  • June 1999

Graduated in advanced studies in Computer Graphic Design and Multimedia. The program focuses on graphic design foundations including composition, layout, digital illustration, typography and prepress production.

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
  • at AMA Computer University
  • June 1993

Completed an undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. The BSCS program is a study of concepts and theories, computing solutions, application of information and algorithmic foundations.

Higher diploma, Prep Courses in Fine Arts and Basic Computer Language Programming
  • at University of the Philippines
  • June 1991

Foundation preparatory courses in Fine Arts Painting and Basic Computer Language Programming

Specialties & Skills

Typography
Graphic Design
Art Direction
Adobe Creative Suite
Project Management
Leadership
File and Project Management
Adobe CS InDesign
Advertising and Editorial Layouts
Adobe CS Photoshop
Typography

Languages

English
Expert
Filipino
Expert

Memberships

American Institute of Graphic Arts
  • Member
  • July 1998