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May 2010 to present Henri Bendel Freelance Jewelry Designer
Feb 2010-May2010 Macy\'s Merchandising group
Freelance Jewelry Designer
Nov 2007 to Feb 2009 Victoria & Co (now Jones Jewelry Group)
/ JAG NYC, NY
Jewelry Designer Rachel by Rachel Roy July-2009 to Feb-2009
Collaborated with Rachel Roy and Creative Director to translate their vision into commercial viable product.
Partnered with merchandising, sales and Rachel Roy team to establish brand identity and target customer.
Worked closely with vendors remotely and overseas to ensure correct product execution, including providing technical drawings, physical mock -ups and materials specifications.
Nov. 2007-July-2009 Jewelry Designer Napier, Sonoma
Responsible for conceptualizing, designing and developing fashion jewelry
Initiate concepts for each collection through trend forecasting and market research
Execute design packages for Product Development team to communicate to vendor
March 2007 to Nov 2007 Liz Claiborne Inc NYC, NY
Jewelry Designer Kenneth Cole New York, Reaction License
Responsible for conceptualizing new product, producing mechanical drawings, working closely with product development team and overseas factories to meet production goals.
Research and forecast market trends to accurately identify key product and designs while maintaining brand integrity
Prepare design presentations that include design illustrations, concept boards, color-ways and materials
May 2005 to March 2007 Bijou Drive NYC, NY
Private Label Jewelry Designer: Banana Republic, Bebe, Arden B., Lane Bryant
Responsible for initial concept through production of jewelry
Manage and direct a team of sample makers
Shop market and analyze and incorporate appropriate trends to designs
Experience with alternative materials such as leather, fabric and ceramic
