Killian Castner Email & Phone Number

Rancho Santa Fe, California, US

Boston, MA, US

Columbus, OH, US

• Led the design of Hollister’s first retail concept overhaul in a decade opening a mock-up space in under 6 months and an initial location in less than 12 months from design PKO.
• Partnered with development and construction to build estimates of prototype stores and uncover opportunities to reduce buildout costs for various store tiers.
• Planned and directed facilitation sessions for senior brand leads to co-create the initial concept theme and moodboards for Hollister’s new concept.
• Researched, tested, conducted trainings, and created guidelines and asset banks to implement new software for department-wide use leading to a shift in quality and quantity of renderings and design reviews.
• Consulted on the planning and oversaw the build out of retail showcase exhibits for A&F’s 2022 Investor Day event and led the design of the Hollister space.
• Mentored and managed a concept coordinator and conducted trainings for new-hires.

Boston, MA, US

• Defined the global standard for owned retail stores working on the design, development, and rollout of 7 concepts around the world.
• Crafted the 3D embodiment of the brand at special events including vetting and managing vendors for fixtures and graphics, assembling quotes and maintaining budgets, and creating workback plans.
• Created and led concepting facilitation sessions alongside the Global Strategy team leveraging new ideas from employees.
• Consulted with internal groups to create guidelines for new creative strategies including onboarding and use of vendors and partnerships with Cardi B and the ACLU.

Boston, MA, US

Boston, MA, US

Boston, MA, US

• Communicated and oversaw corporate identity standards.
• Streamlined workflow for the design staff.
• Tested and developed implementation strategies for new technology including a large format touchscreen and file system to digitize pre-sample design reviews resulting in a large reduction in operational costs.

Rochester, NY, US

-Designed packaging, retail displays, luxury eyewear jewelry, and aftermarket Google Glass accessories-Specialized in SolidWorks modeling and 3D printing

Rochester, NY, US

Elected by the general membership to serve on the Executive Board for the term of May 2013-May 2014. Responsible for membership recruiting, organizing training, membership event planning, conflict resolution and mediation for the station, and general human resources management.Accomplishments: Restructured the station’s training for new members in.

Rochester, NY, US

Head of the WITR Street Team and led missions applying large quantities of posters and flyers around the campus and community. Maintained an inventory of promotional items and acted as a creative resource in boosting the radio station’s public image. Recent accomplishments: WITR T-shirtCannon, MTVU’s Top 10 College Radio Stations in the Nation

Rochester, NY, US

Was an integral part in the development of a new luxury brand of eyewear called Bien. Conducted extensive research into the wearable technology market resulting in a presentation to the executives of Rochester Optical and a positioning map of a new product now in the development stage. Received proficient training in the operation of the Fortus 400mc 3D.

Rochester, NY, US

Maintained the physical and emotional safety and well-being of residents. Planned numerous events and activities individually and in conjunction with other RAs and campus organizations. Resolved residential and professional conflicts and made referrals to other organizations.

Completed repairs ranging from minor tube changes to full fork and shifter overhauls. Played an integral role in maintaining customer relations, diagnosing bicycles, recording necessary repairs, and assembling new bicycles.

Master Of Science, Strategic Design And Management

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Magna Cum Laude, Industrial And Product Design