Paul O'Connor

Paul O'Connor

Assistant Warehouse Manager

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  • About me

    Production Manager at CK Signs Limited

  • Education

    • Waterford Institute of Technology

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    • Waterford Institute of Technology

      2012 - 2016
      Bachelor’s Degree Graphic Design 4.00

      Modules included: Creative I.T., Digital Media Output, Motion Graphics, and Creative Digital Type. Main project: Major Project. This project allowed me to create a brand and explore all the various aspects of the brand. I chose to expand my brand by working on a corporate identity, packaging, promotional posters, YouTube adverts, letterheads, business cards and promotional material.• This course demonstrates my creative range of skills. It has taught me effectively communicate… Show more Modules included: Creative I.T., Digital Media Output, Motion Graphics, and Creative Digital Type. Main project: Major Project. This project allowed me to create a brand and explore all the various aspects of the brand. I chose to expand my brand by working on a corporate identity, packaging, promotional posters, YouTube adverts, letterheads, business cards and promotional material.• This course demonstrates my creative range of skills. It has taught me effectively communicate my ideas and feelings through various mediums and allowed me to be a solution-orientated person. It equipped me to work as part of a team but also to be self-directed and work to deadlines. It also taught me the importance of creativity and individuality also. This course also introduced me to the Adobe Creative Suite, in particular, Illustrator, InDesign Photoshop After Effects and Premiere. Show less

  • Experience

    • J Donohoe Beverages

      Jun 2005 - Dec 2009
      Assistant Warehouse Manager

      • Started as a summer job while in school as a general operative, picking orders and general maintenance but worked my way up to assistant warehouse manager.• Administration duties included organising specialised stock, maintaining a database, and collection of daily vehicle reports ensuring everything was up to date and there were no discrepancies in all the reports.• I obtained a forklift licence, as this was important to have in this role.• Acted as a stand in Warehouse Manager on various occasions. I would be solely responsible for the opening and closing of the business, the daily logistics of fifteen or more trucks and coordinate incoming and outgoing deliveries. Show less

    • Crosbie Brothers Limited

      Sept 2011 - Sept 2012
      Junior Graphic Designer

      • Created custom designs using CorelDraw for customers ensuring I met their needs and requirements.• Operated all machinery including the plotter and vinyl printers to create licence plates, vehicle decals, and signage. Accuracy was extremely important in these jobs.• Ensured all signage was legible, met size requirements and had a clear layout that was easy to understand at first glance but that was also eye-catching and visually interesting.• Provided excellent customer service by answering customer queries and recommended the appropriate product for each suited to each customer.• Other duties included maintaining a clean workshop environment and managing stocks to keep costs to a minimum. Ensuring everything was organised and tidy was extremely important whilst working in a busy studio. Show less

    • Carphone Warehouse

      Mar 2013 - Aug 2016
      Sales

      • Engaged with customers to find the most suitable price plan and cell phone to cater for their needs.• Providing excellent customer service. Many times customers required help setting up their new phone and I assisted them in setting up all their accounts.• Achieved monthly sales targets over eleven different points of interest, including “First Time Connection”, “Upgrade”, “Insurance” and “Accessories”.• My day-to-day duties included opening the shop, stock rotation, booking in and out deliveries, and general store maintenance, cleaning and managing the cash. Show less

    • Dominion Blue Digital Reprographics

      Sept 2016 - Sept 2017
      Digital Operator
    • Wicklow Print Solutions

      Feb 2018 - Jun 2019
      Graphic Designer
    • CK Signs Limited

      Jun 2019 - now
      Production Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Fine Art Studies

      Institute of Technology Carlow