Andrea Acker
About Andrea Acker
Andrea Acker is a Senior Graphic Designer and Prepress specialist at Auto-Owners Insurance, focusing on designing training materials for internal classes. With a background in graphic design and marketing, she has over ten years of experience in the field and has contributed to improving design processes within her team.
Work at Auto-Owners Insurance
Andrea Acker has been employed at Auto-Owners Insurance as a Senior Graphic Designer and Prepress since 2014. In this role, she specializes in designing training books and materials for internal company training classes. Her responsibilities include ensuring that all design files are print-ready, utilizing her expertise in software such as InDesign. Acker actively collaborates with colleagues, providing assistance with printing questions and projects, which fosters a supportive work environment.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Acker studied Graphic Design at Mid Michigan Community College, where she earned an Associate degree from 2006 to 2008. She furthered her education at Northwood University, obtaining a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from 2015 to 2017. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both design and marketing, enhancing her capabilities in her current role.
Background
Before joining Auto-Owners Insurance, Andrea Acker worked as the Graphic Design and Prepress Manager at Campbell Printing Company for eight months in 2014. During her time there, she contributed to reorganizing the design process within the team, drawing on her experiences from two previous print shops. This background has informed her strategic approach to design and project management.
Achievements
In her current position, Andrea Acker employs a strategic approach by utilizing the hierarchy of management to address and resolve overlooked issues. She demonstrates her commitment to teamwork by actively assisting co-workers with printing questions and projects. Her skills in reworking files from Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint contribute to her effectiveness in ensuring print readiness for various materials.