Tomoko Maeda

Tomoko Maeda currently serves as the Print Production Manager at Sonoco-Trident in Singapore, where she leverages her extensive expertise in reprographics, design handling, and print management to deliver exceptional quality and efficiency across high-profile projects. In her role, Tomoko oversees the end-to-end print production process, ensuring that design concepts are accurately translated into premium printed materials that meet the stringent standards of her clients, including some of the world's leading brands. Her proficiency with industry-leading Esko Pre-Press platforms such as PackEdge, Plato, BackStage, DeskPack, and Visualizer enables her to streamline workflows, optimize color management, and reduce turnaround times, ultimately enhancing the overall quality and consistency of printed outputs.

A key highlight of Tomoko’s tenure at Sonoco-Trident includes leading a successful business qualification project with one of the largest multinational corporations for a premium Japanese brand. This involved meticulous coordination with design teams, suppliers, and clients to align expectations and deliver print solutions that faithfully captured the brand’s essence. Her leadership has been instrumental in fostering strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and zero quality incidents to date under her management.

With a deep understanding of print processes such as flexo, packaging, and proofing, combined with her skills in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel, and graphic design, Tomoko effectively bridges the gap between creative intent and production execution. Her ability to influence and connect with people, coupled with her technical expertise, positions her as a key driver of quality, innovation, and operational excellence within the printing industry.