Experience

Freelance Production Designer, bon bébé; New York, NY - 2022 — Present

Creates tech packs as needed during busy seasonal periods. Works closely with design team to ensure all design changes and details are documented in final files for manufacturer. Edits CADs to show detailed views for proper construction, packaging and labeling.

Designer, bon bébé; New York, NY - 2008 — 2020

Created print artwork, CADs, and tech packs for baby apparel and layette. Created sketches and concept art for character design. Designed plush toys, blankets, and gift sets. Designed logos for brands across a variety of children’s apparel markets. Created installation designs for trade shows and showrooms. Assisted creative director in developing national ad campaign, including copywriting, art direction, and photo retouching. Styled photo shoots and retouched flat samples and live models in-house for use online and in print.

Associate Producer, AICPA; Jersey City, NJ - 2007 — 2008

Part of the multimedia team assisting in the production of live webcasts, infocasts, training videos, and recruitment. Assisted in video editing, archiving, and lead producer of motion graphics.

Skills

Technical

Character Design, Plush Design, Hand Sketching, Rendering, CAD creation, Technical Flats, Tech Packs, Hand Lettering, Photography, Photo Retouching, Rapid Visualization, Storyboarding, Branding, Installation Design.

Software

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate.

Education

School of Visual Arts; New York, NY - 2002 — 2003

Fashion Institute of Technology; New York, NY - 2003 — 2006