This document is a resume for Gayle A. Brohl seeking a creative position. It summarizes her extensive experience with graphic design software and layout programs. Her professional experience includes over 10 years as Production Manager for Metro Times where she oversaw all creative services and production. She also has experience as Assistant Production Manager for The Jewish News and worked as a printer's assistant.

1. Gayle A. Brohl 21750 Armada Ridge | Armada, MI 48005 | 586.531.7844 | gaylebrohl@att.net
I am looking to obtain a position where I can be inspired as well as use my creative
attributes. I am confident that my experience, work ethic & artistic ability can be a
great asset to your company.
[ Technical Experience ] Extensive experience with Macintosh based programs currently using CS3:
• InDesign • Word • Dreamweaver
• Photoshop • Excel • Flash
• Illustrator • Power Point • Managing Editor -
• QuarkXpress • Fetch AdForce | ClassForce
• Acrobat • Pitstop • Layout 8000
[ Professional Experience ] Metro Times | Detroit, MI | Production Manager
November 1998 - May 2009
• Overall responsibility for creative services and production of weekly paper
• Manage, lead and develop training programs for graphic designers
• Perform electronic layout using AdForce | ClassForce
• Design web related advertising
• Ensure proper workflow to meet weekly deadlines
• Oversee weekly quality control with print facility [Michigan Web Press]
• Design special sections, supplements, covers & sales materials
• Develop annual production budget to meet cost objectives
• Realigned staff and implemented procedures for more effective flow
• Completely transformed paper from manual process to full pagination
• Traveled to other Times Shamrock properties to consult as well as train staff
members on systems & procedures
The Jewish News | Southfield, MI | Assistant Production Manager
June 1987 - November 1998
• Responsible for layout of paper, special sections [AppleTree, Style Magazine]
• Liaison between sales and printer on 4-color ads
• Maintain proper workflow for design department to meet weekly deadlines
• Designed advertisements and editorial layouts [Jewish News, AppleTree,
Special Sections & Style Magazine]
• Worked with Editorial on creation of straight matter and covers
• Designed and produced monthly newsletter in ‘96 & ‘97
• Designed spec ads
• Fill-In for Production Manager while absent
• Served as Production Manager at Palm Beach subsidiary
RPM Printing | Fraser, MI | Printer’s Assistant
August 1986 - June 1987
• Handled print orders
• Responsible for price quoting of print jobs
• Assisted with various office duties
• Worked in bindery department [Staple machine, cutter, foil imprint &
shrink wrapping]
[ References ] Available Upon Request