John Tomaselli
About John Tomaselli
John Tomaselli is the Director of Digital Workflow Support at Penguin Random House in New York, NY, where he leads a team to innovate and develop workflow tools and processes.
Current Role at Penguin Random House
John Tomaselli currently holds the position of Director, Digital Workflow Support at Penguin Random House in New York, NY. In this role, he oversees the development, installation, and support of editorial, design, typesetting, and composition workflow processes. He leads a team of super-users to innovate and develop workflow tools and processes, ensuring optimal print and digital book production. Additionally, John is responsible for documenting, training, and supporting business-related software and best practices.
Past Experience at Korg USA
John Tomaselli worked at Korg USA as a Graphic Designer from 2009 to 2010. During his time there, he contributed his graphic design expertise to various projects, supporting the company's marketing and promotional efforts. His role at Korg USA allowed him to utilize his skills in visual communication and design to enhance the company’s brand image.
Creative Services Coordinator at New York Islanders
From 2006 to 2009, John Tomaselli served as the Creative Services Coordinator at the New York Islanders Hockey Club, LLC. In this role, he was responsible for coordinating creative projects and supporting the team’s promotional and marketing campaigns. His work involved collaborating with various departments to ensure the successful delivery of creative materials.
Education and Qualifications
John Tomaselli has an extensive educational background. He studied at Harvard Law School, where he completed a program in Negotiation and Leadership in 2019. He also holds a Gold Standard Certificate in Web Development with HTML5 from NYU School of Professional Studies, achieved in 2016. Additionally, John earned an MA in Art History from Syracuse University in 2003 and a BFA in Visual Communication - Illustration from Syracuse University in 2000. This diverse education has equipped him with a wide range of skills applicable to his many roles.
Art Direction and Design Freelance Work
In addition to his current role at Penguin Random House, John Tomaselli is actively working as a freelance Art Director, Designer, Production Artist, Illustrator, and Retoucher in the Greater New York City Area. His freelance work allows him to apply his artistic skills across various projects, contributing to the visual arts community and providing creative solutions to his clients.