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The Water Ski Pro TourGraphic Designer
May. 2023-Design a multitude of various graphics for The Water Ski Pro Tour Instagram page -Conceptualize and create graphics before, during, and after all Summer ‘23 pro tour stops
-Use Splice app to create time-appropriate reels for Instagram
-Research athletes’ previous season scores and personal water ski stories to create new social media content
-Fundraise locally to contribute to the Water Ski Pro Tour’s cash prize for event wins
-Contribute ideas and input during weekly meeting to elevate and promote the Water Ski Pro Tour
Self-EmployedFreelance Graphic Designer
Jun. 2021Park City, Utah, United States-Lead graphic designer for Goode MK1 and Abelson Avalon water skis
-Conceptualized and designed custom advertisements for Water Ski Magazine and USA Water Ski e-newsletter
-Designed print and web advertisements, t-shirts, banners, tents, and flags for Goode ski technologies for Summer 2022
-Designed logos and developed branding for Slopeside Handyman business
-Create social media graphics for various clients, as needed
-Carefully ensure the accurate and high-quality output of all print artwork files
Cufflinks, Inc.Freelance Designer
Aug. 2018 - Apr. 2020-Helped 30+ clients implement their vision by designing custom cufflinks, lapel pins, tie clips, and other accessories
-Designed a line of custom ties and pocket squares for Cufflinks, Inc.
-Created tech packs for all accessories by providing detailed information and technical sketches
-Effectively communicated with overseas manufacturers to ensure highest quality of product
-Approved samples through all development stages while issuing constructive feedback for revisions
JCPenney Corporation & Rachel ZoeFreelance Associate Designer
Jun. 2017 - Nov. 2017Greater New York City AreaJCPenney: -Worked closely with head designer to design and execute woven and knit tops for March & April ‘18 markets
-Created itemized spec sheets to develop new pattern blocks for development samples
-Generated detailed tech packs and line sheets to organize and track samples through all development stages
-Conveyed all fabric and trim requests to overseas sourcing team and factories
-Aided in concept/ research development and sourcing for March, April, and May ‘18 seasons Rachel Zoe: -Worked in close proximity to head designer to research trends and develop a collection for AW’18
-Updated sketches and call-outs for line sheets based on garment fittings and line edits
-Illustrated unique, trend-forward custom artwork in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
-Hand-drew fashion sketches for presentations and line review -Corresponded with overseas factories to communicate garment construction details
-Managed and adhered to design development calendar while meeting all deadlines
Frilly, Inc.Assistant Designer
Apr. 2016 - Jun. 2017Los Angeles, California-Launched ecommerce-based contemporary womenswear company with a focus on customizable garments
-Assisted in trend forecasting and seasonal concept/ design development for all four Frilly, Inc. brands
-Created flat sketches for all womenswear separates, including the iterations of customizable details
-Created, managed, and updated all BOMs from initiation through production process
-Communicated extensively with company factory regarding all design changes, BOM updates, and sourcing requests -Responsible for sample process through all stages of production
Jaya Apparel Group LLCAssistant Designer
Oct. 2014 - Apr. 2015Greater Los Angeles Area-Designed and sketched woven and knit tops for the contemporary junior’s market
-Conducted trend and market research for each season while maintaining brand aesthetic
-Created and managed all screen print templates from initial sampling through production process -Collaborated with cutters and sewers to ensure use of proper construction and finishing techniques -Processed and managed purchase orders for fabric, trims, dye processes, and all other send-outs
One World ApparelAssistant Designer/ Costing Technician & Tech Pack Coordinator
Aug. 2013 - Oct. 2014Greater Los Angeles Area-Designed a multitude of women's petite and plus tops for private label vendors
-Collaborated with art department to develop prints and patterns, communicating revisions as necessary -Worked with artists and vendors to grade all artwork and embellishment layouts for petite and plus sizes -Provided pre-production team with accurate standards for sublimations, embellishment layouts, and trim qualities -Sourced, coordinated, and processed lab dips, sample yardage, trims, and artwork -Compiled detailed Microsoft Excel sheets with components for garment tech packs for all costing procedures -Created in-house cost sheets in excel to negotiate desired garment pricing with overseas factories
-Worked closely with design, pre-production, and technical design teams to ensure accuracy of tech packs -Oversaw logistics and status of tech packs to obtain pricing information for design teams
-Identified margins for more cost-effective designs and design techniques
Abercrombie & FitchWoven Tops Technical Design Intern
Aug. 2012 - Dec. 2012New Albany, Ohio-Created tech packs in WebPDM and YuniquePLM to communicate proper garment construction
-Updated A&F Technical Design Standards Manual to transition teams from WebPDM to YuniquePLM -Modified and plotted woven shirt patterns using Geber Accumark Explorer
-Specked and prepped garments for fits, considering tolerances and fabric shrinkage
PS from AeropostaleColor and Concept/ Print and Pattern Intern
Jun. 2012 - Aug. 2012Greater New York City Area-Identified key colors for SS’13/ Swim/ AW’13 seasons by utilizing WGSN and pulling necessary Pantone chips -Assembled color palettes for all “P.S. from Aeropostale” divisions to help aid designers in color direction
-Helped lead trend designer transition into AW ‘13 by identifying mega trends and compiling forecasting reports -Created in-depth runway, trend, concept and color inspiration boards for AW ‘13
Lands' EndDesign Intern
Jan. 2012 - Mar. 2012Dodgeville, WI-Developed eyelet and embroidery patterns for Lands’ End Canvas SS ‘13
-Created Illustrator tech flats and design sketches while calling out key construction methods Initiated tech pack processes in FlexPLM software and updated them when necessary -Contributed input during fit sessions, fabric mill visits and line review presentations
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