Jessika P. Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

• Concept, design and creation of pet products including apparel, toys, bowls, placemats, and beds with respective packaging• Collaborate with Design Team to create unique and on-brand products for PetRageous Designs®, Eddie Bauer® and Grumpy Cat®• Create detailed tech packs/design sheets for all categories• Immediately review samples received against original concepts and communicate any discrepancies• Travel overseas for sourcing, development, and factory inspection• Deep… Show more • Concept, design and creation of pet products including apparel, toys, bowls, placemats, and beds with respective packaging• Collaborate with Design Team to create unique and on-brand products for PetRageous Designs®, Eddie Bauer® and Grumpy Cat®• Create detailed tech packs/design sheets for all categories• Immediately review samples received against original concepts and communicate any discrepancies• Travel overseas for sourcing, development, and factory inspection• Deep understanding of product life cycle from concept to sales floor• Coordinate the look and function of multiple product lines within one company• Adhere to strict deadlines set forth from multiple continuous programs• Trade show attendance (exhibitor and attendee), both nationally and internationally• Consistently work within tight cost structures and increased tariffs to create the healthiest margin possible• Compile information and prepare presentations for internal and external use• Implement new materials and techniques while keeping up to date on all fashion, color and home trends• Attend meetings with key accounts and create products based on their forecasts Show less

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

• Plan projects in order to meet timelines and budget• Design interior ADA packages and exterior signage to client specifications• Advise clients on fabrication with a thorough understanding of fabrication methods and materials• Oversee multiple projects with the ability to prioritize competing needs in a fast-paced and evolving environment• Create estimates, work orders and project submittals for small and large projects• Maintain and grow fruitful relationships with… Show more • Plan projects in order to meet timelines and budget• Design interior ADA packages and exterior signage to client specifications• Advise clients on fabrication with a thorough understanding of fabrication methods and materials• Oversee multiple projects with the ability to prioritize competing needs in a fast-paced and evolving environment• Create estimates, work orders and project submittals for small and large projects• Maintain and grow fruitful relationships with vendors and fabricators• Research materials, substrates, processes, and vendors for unique and complex projects while expanding capabilities• Collaborate with production manager and install departments to ensure project deadlines, quality standards and budget are met• Closely monitor and report on project status to clients and leadership• Schedule and direct installations and site surveys as needed• Provide technical drawings for construction as needed for permits and historic reviews• Understand and manage the project to contract requirements and specifications, meeting all milestones and deadlines• Review bid packages, identify deadlines, equipment needs, and any special requirements Show less

• Drive sales and support missions highlighting products and differentiators • Coordinate pre-flight files of creative assets for print production with third-party vendors• Design and illustrate weekly sale chalkboards, way finding, and décor pieces • Manage multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish within tight deadlines and budget• Lead and participate in merchandising meetings • Manage asset library of images, typefaces, and layouts • Support marketing… Show more • Drive sales and support missions highlighting products and differentiators • Coordinate pre-flight files of creative assets for print production with third-party vendors• Design and illustrate weekly sale chalkboards, way finding, and décor pieces • Manage multiple projects simultaneously from start to finish within tight deadlines and budget• Lead and participate in merchandising meetings • Manage asset library of images, typefaces, and layouts • Support marketing needs of eight departments • Consistent usage of large format printer and vinyl cutter Show less

• Supported Lead Store Graphic Artist with production design• Sustained a high-performing team using hiring and retention best practices• Established and maintained a positive work environment leading with honesty• Addressed needs of the business in a timely effective manner• Actively managed workflow and reported performance and policy issues• Supervised and delegated tasks to Team Members• Assisted with interviewing process

Portland, Oregon Area

• Designed in-store promotional posters and signage using Adobe Creative Suite• Created and maintained social media updates• Worked within budget when buying new and used product• Executed store merchandising and new sales plans• Provided exceptional customer service• Maintained large corporate account• Created staff schedules

Providence, Rhode Island Area

• Designed screen-printed dog t-shirts for a B2B pet apparel company• Created weekly email marketing campaigns via iContact• Produced multi-color separation artwork for four color printing press using Adobe Illustrator• Wire framed two and maintained three websites regularly• Product photography and image optimization with Adobe Photoshop• Tradeshow coordination and attendance

Greater Boston Area

Certificate, Fashion Design Management

Certification, Design And Visual Communications, General

Graphic Design, Graphic Design