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Visual Content/ StartUpFashion (startupfashion.com) NY, NY 10/12-present
Interact with some of the most creative bloggers and emerging independent fashion designers. Develop strategies to increase engagement and site interaction. Attend innovative fashion, marketing, commerce & technology events. Research sustainable textiles and manufacturing.
Head Designer Team Apparel / PeaceLoveWorld, Miami, FL 8/14-7/15
Developed marketing, legal and apparel graphics for collaboration with the NBA, NFL, NHL and Collegiate arenas and magazines. Organized photo shoots, superimposed photos and designed sales books. Utilized technology to create "teamed out" technical artwork systems. Built rapport;moreover, opened communication with cross-functional partners to identify ways to incorporate best practice process solutions to create efficient workflow, save time, money and energy.
Cad Designer & FlexPLM Manager / Victorias Secret PINK, NY, NY 5/10-8/14
Conceptualize, design and create original print & patterns while consistently and creatively adhering to PINKs focused image. Work with cross-functional partners of Concept, Product
Development, Design, Graphics and Merchants in NYC and Ohio to execute projects in a timely and efficient manner. Manage and capitalize on individual colleagues strengths to maximize
workflow. Travel to Ohio to align on final CEO & leadership review; translate feedback from Design and effectively communicate needs to NY team to execute updates in a high-pressure face paced environment. Assisted in the rebranding initiative, bling for the 2011 Victorias Secret Fashion Show as well as the Holiday 12 concept
presentations.
Graphic Designer / Manmade Clothing (the7line.com) NY, NY 6/09-4/10
Contract designer for graphic t-shirts, logo design and brand development. Successful strategic sales through enthusiastic networking and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Developed trusted client rapport with thorough knowledge of screen print production
Trim and Graphic Manager / Golden Touch Imports, NY, NY, 2/07-6/09
Created print repeats, graphics, hangtags and embroidery artwork for knits, woven and light-up LED sweaters. Managed strike off library and communications from design team to overseas manufacturers. Executed development of fashion forward fabrics, novel embellishments, embroideries, and trimmings.
