Brett Nichols

Experience

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  Service Graphics

  Sept 2000 - May 2007

  Production and Lettershop Quality Control Manager

  Managed client production projects with strict attention to quality, adherence to requirements, timeliness of delivery, and regular communication. ● Developed and implemented production quality control procedures. ● Worked with vendors to schedule projects, maintain inventory, and monitor project logistics. ● Researched, selected, and managed technology upgrades to improve efficiency and accuracy.

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  McClain Finlon Advertising

  Jun 2007 - Feb 2008

  Production Manager

  Managed print production projects from conception through delivery for this advertising firm. ● Directed all aspects of direct mail, ROP, print advertising, posters, FSIs, out of home, and specialty projects.● Collaborated cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers to manage production schedules. ● Partnered with creative and pre-press departments on project design.

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  Anthem Branding | Promotional Products & Branding Agency

  Aug 2008 - now

  As the fifth employee, contributed significantly to company development and growth from 5 to 35 employees. Designed workflows and implemented best practices for three departments. ● Manage four direct reports and cross-functional business operations across financial management, production, building maintenance, culture development, human resources, and IT. ● Direct operations and maintenance of the 6,000-sf Boulder office, including hiring vendors for repairs. ● Manage company finances and accounting activities. ● Partner with insurance brokers to analyze company risk and maintain appropriate coverage.● Oversee production operations for up to 600 concurrent projects.● Oversee facility cleaning, preventative maintenance, safety, and compliance.● Serve as the system administrator for Workamajig, including staff training on updates and customization of software.● Administer HR Connection; assisted with implementation and management of PerformYard. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: ○ Project managed two office moves, one involving land purchase and new build construction of a 6,000-sf space. ○ Established expense reports to improve tracking and eliminate $40K in overpayments in one year. ○ Reduced outside accounting costs by 95% through establishing best practices for A/P and A/R. ○ Developed the Anthem Give Back Committee which creates quarterly employee volunteer opportunities with local non-profits.○ Streamlined project management and workflow software to improve interdepartmental communication.○ Performed project management for the transition to Workamajig ERP system. Show less Liaised between account managers and external vendors and suppliers to coordinate workflow and ensure the timely delivery of quality customer projects. ● Created and implemented specifications, processes, and workflows for production operations, many of which are still in place today.● Managed the physical move of the agency to a new location. ● Served as the Workamajig system administrator. ● Negotiated pricing and timing contracts with domestic and international suppliers. ● Reviewed vendor performance and rated in annual report to the business owners to influence key business decisions. Show less

  • Director Of Finance And Operations

    Aug 2011 - now

  • Production Manager

    Aug 2008 - Aug 2011