Alejandra Carrillo-Muñoz Email & Phone Number

Lafayette, In, Us

Cusco Province, Peru

+ Provided the art direction for the core collection concept + Collaborated with artisan partners as well as team members to execute textile, accessory, and detailing samples+ Developed and implemented techpacks, lineplans, and production guides + Prepared and delivered materials for artisan partners (including loomcards, techpacks, etc.)+ Directed creative direction for collection photoshoots

Los Angeles, California, United States

+ Conceptualized and designed social media content for diverse clients all invested in social justice initiatives including graphics, video and animated reels+ Designed infographics, informative videos, printable assets, event coverage assets, among other items to benefit the needs and missions of the clients+ Provided art direction in the ideation and creation of brand identity for diverse clients+ Designed logos for specific clients + Led the creative team in the development of graphics and video/animated assets, among other assets+ Collaborated with the social media managers to obtain high engagement materials for diverse social media plaforms

Oaxaca De Juárez Area, Mexico

+ Led the student-centered academic lectures and activities+ Guided students through a studio structured course where students constructed their runway collections+ Assured the design processes be rooted in research methodologies and design theory+ Prepared students for a professional work environment

San Pedro, Guatemala

+ Advised on product silhouettes and overall designs as needed+ Delivered workshops to artisans on store presentation and merchandising + Supported the team in graphic design, including the design of their logo and website+ Served as a general advisor for the organization and their mission

Antigua, Guatemala

+ Conceptualized a capsule collection of home products + Researched market relevant designs + Designed and sampled products as well as generated CAD's for production+ Worked with backstrap and footloom weaving artisans to develop textiles+ Worked with sewing artisans in the crafting of the products + Delivered technical workshops to broaden techniques in pom-pom making + Provided art direction for the product photoshoot

Guatemala

+ Assisted creative director in conceptual and design execution of core brand products+ Collaborated with artisan partners to execute textile, accessory and detailing samples+ Developed and implemented techpacks, lineplans, and production guides + Prepared and delivered materials for artisan partners (including loomcards, techpacks, etc.)+ Managed design of 'Home' line+ Managed and delegated tasks for the design team interns+ Managed designs for private label clients + Assisted with visual merchandising of product

San Jose, California

+ Collaborated with the engineering team to assess project needs and goals + Generated concept and overall product design for the glove component of the robotic toy+ Assisted the engineering team in assessing the user experience+ Sourced materials to then create the product prototype in different phases of development+ Created and delivered the final techpack for production phase

West Lafayette, Indiana

Purdue's Center for Instructional Excellence (CIE)+ Defined the visual identity of CIE+ Generated graphic design work in the forms of digital and printable designs+ Created logo designs, advertisement, publicity, and video productions for marketing purposes+ Served as a facilitator for special projects and workshops hosted by CIE+ Assisted the branch devoted to Service Learning on campus+ Assisted the branch devoted to Global Learning on campus+ Served as a teaching & learning consultant for graduate teaching assistants+ Represented CIE at conferences committed to excellence in higher education teaching & learning+ Maintained and executed photography collateral

West Lafayette, In

Design I | Art & Design Principles+ Guided students through a comprehension of art & design principals+ Committed to engaging students in creative ideation processes + Supported the execution process of class projects+ Directed students to conceptually and constructively critique their work and the work of others+ Prompted students to consider art & design in context with sustainable approaches+ Introduced students to contextualizing art and design within a gallery space

Dallas, Tx

+ Active in the creative direction for each season + Compiled research and investigation given the creative direction+ Sourced product material + Generated designs and illustrations + Executed tech packs in addition to fabric treatment, finishing, or draping samples+ Involved in the editing process of the collection + Assisted in the photo shoot of the collection + Continued remotely as a freelance designer once I was in grad school

Greater Los Angeles Area

+ Collaborated alongside the designer to produce creative direction, ideas, and concepts + Pattern drafted the sample garments to be sent to production+ Sewed and prepared the sample pieces to be taken to production+ Generated sketches and designs

Los Angeles, Ca

+ Assisted the professor in preparing material for the class + Served as support for the professor during class time+ Attended to the academic and skillful needs of students+ Provided individual consultation to students in need of further guidance

Master Of Fine Arts (Mfa), Electronic & Time Based Media Art

Activities and Societies: + Marketing/Branding TA at Center for Instructional Excellence + Global Learning + Service Learning + Latino.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (Bfa), Fashion Design

Activities and Societies: + Admitted as being among the top 5% of my entering class + Accepted as an Honor Student + John Reena.