Work experience

• Senior Product Designer

  Fantasia Accessories

  2022.06-2024.09

  (2 years)

  Designer for Handbags and Backpacks Cat&Jack, Art Class and Walmart
• Creative Designer

  ARD Consulting LLC

  2021.05-2022.06

  (a year)

  Creative designer for RTW and Activewear
• Designer

  Justice

  2014.05-2020.08

  (6 years)

  Designer for Swimwear, Flip-Flops, Slippers, Footwear, Legwear and Accessories Roles and Responsibilities Collaborated closely with the production team to streamline garment construction process Developed and executed trend-setting styles for seasonal collections Managed the complete designed lifecycle from concept to showroom ensuring market demands and brand standards • • • • Implemented sustainable design practices • Designed over 70 unique children's backpacks and handbags per season for multiple clients • Mentored junior designers, fostering a creative environment and enhancing team productivity • Conducted market research to stay ahead of trends, integrating findings into designs loved by the target demographic • Successfully lead initiative to develop new read and react testing cadence for girls swimwear • Assess potential cost impact of fabric, trim, graphics, treatments and construction choices • Resolve cost issues and ensure product design and integrity while staying on budget • conduct daily design touch base with team and implement daily task list and priorities • Communicate directly with overseas partners to ensure product integrity • produce clear and concise tech packs using numerous standards included AI, PLM, Bamboo Rose and standard Dropbox • Comprehend and action to standard seasonal road maps provided by Sales team • Created AOP based on seasonal direction and trend • Designed and created critter and font placements graphics for numerous handbags, backpacks and apparel • Present numerous design decks while giving insight on the products and showing passion behind my designs • Work closely and form strong relationships with cross functional partners including the art department, tech design and sales • Present designs and concepts to all levels of the organization including executive management and across various departments • CAD technical flat sketches, and fashion sketches using Illustrator and Photoshop • Create and review product linesheets • Translate fashion and cultural trends to the brand, products, designs, color, and graphics relevant to our customer • Previous position required using my own technical design skills Educa0on

Educational experience

• University of Cincinnati

  Fashion Design Product Development

  2009.01-2014.04

  (5 years)

  Fashion Design Product Development

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