Work experience

• Senior Handbag Designer

  Under One Sky

  2026.02-2026.03

  (2 months)

  Designed original handbags and accessories for kids and teens, leading concept development through tech pack creation while executing custom textile prints, patches, and embellishment designs in a fast-paced production environment. Collaborated cross-functionally to develop trend-driven collections aligned with client and market needs, creating seasonal trend decks and managing design execution using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Excel from concept through production
• Senior Designer

  Jakks Pacific

  2024.02-2025.04

  (a year)

  Developed novel design concepts for costumes and accessories that aligned with Disney Princess brand direction, costing targets and assortment strategy Partnered with overseas PD team to review samples, maintain organization, and prepare for meetings with upper managment as well as Disney executives Managed the development of multiple product assortments, ensuring alignment with production timelines and key milestone meetings
• Jewelry Designer / Product Development Manager

  Awe Inspired

  2022.10-2023.04

  (7 months)

  Created concept decks outlining quarterly brand direction and presented to CEO and Creative Director to guide annual planning processes Executed detailed CADs ensuring SKU plan needs were met at the category, collection, margin, and price bucket levels Built tech packs of approved sketches and managed communication with overseas factories throughout the manufacturing process
• Accessories Designer

  Teddy Fresh

  2021.06-2022.09

  (a year)

  Collaborated closely with the Head Designer and CEO to develop monthly accessory collections including handbags, SLGs, jewelry, hair accessories, and phone cases, ensuring cohesive brand storytelling across categories Led and mentored a team of three designers, overseeing workflow organization and product development to deliver trend-driven collections on schedule and aligned with brand aesthetics.
• Handbag & Jewelry Designer Handbag Production Associate

  Mitchel Primrose

  2014.07-2018.12

  (4 years)
• Accessories Designer / Product Developer

  Forever 21

  2014.11-2016.03

  (a year)

  Designed and developed 80+ handbag, luggage, SLG, and belt styles per month in a high-volume, trend-driven environment while maintaining alignment with brand direction and market demands Partnered with overseas factories in China and cross-functional teams, including the GMM, to track product development timelines and ensure on-time delivery from concept through production ADDITIONAL FREELANCE ROLES
• Accessories Designer Accessories Designer

  Band of Outsiders

  2014.07-2014.09

  (3 months)

Educational experience

• Otis College of Art & Design

  Fashion Design

  2008.01-2012.01

  (4 years)

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