Mitchell & NessProduction artist, researcher and developer for Authentic Apparel
Sep. 2008 - Jul. 2012Recreated all game worn and team issued sports apparel for the Authenitcs Department for Mitchell and Ness. This included extensive research into each piece, creating vector artwork for all jersey/outerwear decorations and logos, creating tech packs and specs for each individual piece, ensuring that the highest level of authenticity was met with each garment. When necessary, created special hangtags for different jerseys or collections. Formed relationships with sports memorabilia collectors, auction houses, curators at the different Hall of Fames to gather the most accurate information as possible. Worked with domestic and international vendors to make sure that the product was correct from initial development to completion. Tracked all delivery dates to ensure on time ex-factory and delivery dates. Approved all lab dips, strike offs, and samples, including TOP samples.