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Morgan Rushton

Account/Project Manager

Phone:

07505 908024

Email:

Address:

65 Wilton Bank

Saltburn By The Sea

TS12 1PD

A Bit About Me

My love for photography, design and print probably came from growing up in a creative family. Dad was a head teacher with a background in art and design, having been Jacob Cramers understudy through art college. Mum brought up the family and in her (limited) spare time made pottery, we had a potters wheel and kiln in the cellar!  

 

My career started out working for a local screen print company whilst attending college once a week on a design for print course.  The tutors saw I had a drive to get more out of the industry and suggested I contact a local repro company to enquire about an apprenticeship, which I did and was given an opportunity - the rest, as they say is history.  

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Years later having worked in various pre-press and print related roles, 10 years as a professional photographer, diving back into large format print, and latterly in print management I believe it's all about communication, teamwork and delivering something special for clients. The drive to 'make the unachievable happen' and motivation to keep going when all odds are stacked against you is what makes you stand out. Whether it's a small personal project or a major commercial campaign, my focus is always on the people involved, the critical path and ultimately, the deadline.

I believe in providing a passionate service that goes above and beyond. That's why I'm proud to say that many of my colleagues and clients become lifelong friends.

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A few pre-requisites, my attention to detail, pre-press and colour knowledge and ability to use different print processes to achieve a specific result. Experience using industry-leading software such as Adobe Suite, estimating in Pace, Tharstern, Clarity and Accura. My ability to identify and circumnavigate potential issues and project creep, and overall to do it with humour and humility.

Work Experience

August 2023 - November 2023

December 2021 - July 2023

March 2021 - December 2021

November 2019 - September 2020

January 2014 - October 2019

January 2004 - December 2013

October 2001 - November 2003

August 2001 - October 2001

October 2000 - August 2001

February 2000 - October 2000

May 1989 - February 2000

May 1988 - April 1989

June 1987 - April 1988

CDS Leeds - 3 month contract

Supporting the Client Services Team during their busy period and annual leave. Quickly adapted to CDS MIS and worked on a variety of accounts mainly .gov & public sectorPrint procurement, estimating, print management.

Creative Digital Images PFI - Account Manager

Working with multiple stakeholders on high end cardboard engineered (3d) retail displays for the beauty market. Complex production including mirri board, special varnishes, glitter and other technical production challenges. Direct involvement in concept, design, artwork and assets, managing prototypes and production & despatch schedule.

Project management, estimating, procurement. 

Platinum Print - Estimator/Account Manager

Part of the estimating and client services team. A key role dealing with multiple stakeholders on large format and digital print.  Project managing installations with production teams and external sub contractors. Estimating using Pace MIS. 

Platinum Print - Estimator/Account Manager

Part of the estimating and client services team. A key role dealing with multiple stakeholders on large format and digital print.  Project managing installations with production teams and external sub contractors. Estimating using Pace MIS. 

Platinum Print - Estimator/Account Manager

Part of the estimating and client services team. A key role dealing with multiple stakeholders on large format and digital print.  Project managing installations with production teams and external sub contractors. Estimating using Pace MIS. 

Aurora Graphics - Account Director

Working alongside the Northern Sales Director my role was to support and establish relationships with new business leads and supply production specs to the base in Birmingham.  Site surveys for permanent installations and safety screens, producing technical specifications, artwork and cut files for production. Project managing installation teams across multiple sites. Using Clarity MIS to prepare estimates and work orders, checking artwork and ensuring all correct information is provided to produce orders accurately.

Kuhnel Graphics - Account Director

Bridging the gap between client, suppliers and production. Daily management of multiple projects across a number of major accounts including Pets at Home, Thorntons, Halfords, Wren Kitchens. 

Checking artwork, briefing studio on artworking and issue resolution of supplied items. Management of complex projects across multiple departments and stakeholders. Negotiation with clients and suppliers to maximize sales opportunities and meet strict timescales. Ensuring the teams adhere to service level agreements and all procedures are followed correctly. 

Self Employed - Photography, Video, Design

Commercial and social photography & video, multiple freelance projects including editing, design, print and project management. 

Bezier - Senior Account Manager

Senior Account Manager leading a team of nine people to deliver a turnover of over £4m of POS to Homebase whilst maximising profit and identifying opportunities. As the main point of contact for the client my role was to efficiently process all requirements, brief the team and ensure deadlines and client requests were managed accurately.

Pinder Communications- Freelance Project Manager

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Vision Colour Print- Pre-Press Manager

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Multigraphics PLC- Account Manager

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Proscan Services Limited - Production Director

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Skancolor Technology - Lithographic Apprentice

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Wetherby Screenprint - Trainee Screenprinter

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