@cookiedoughstudio.la

• Creating original textile prints and graphics for DTR Licensed Fashion apparel- Hot Topic, Box Lunch, Her Universe, and Wholesale categories• Licensors include Disney, Sanrio, Marvel, Studio Ghibli, and more

Took ownership of the Outlet textiles categorySupported Wholesale and Off Price retailers including Nordstrom, Macy’s & TJ MaxxManaged the Outlet design team to ensure proper artwork execution and overall workflowCreated seasonal color palettes and color storiesCommunicated with overseas offices from development through bulk productionManaged all projects within the Outlet category from concept to productionCreated original artwork for mens and womens apparel and accessories across knits, active, sweaters, wovens, juniors, and plus size for both retail and outlet divisions Screen printed, reworked, recolored, and created repeatsCreated mood boards, researched trends and actively scouted inspiration pieces to be presented to team leadershipWorked with Design team to develop and execute artwork appropriate for the brandMaintained an organized workflow while keeping track of calendar deadlinesDeveloped and executed creative design concepts that align with the brand aesthetic

• Concept research for prints• Designing and creating original artwork for prints • Reworking and recoloring prints for textile patterns• Creating CAD sketches for men’s clothing and accessories• Designing artwork for women's graphic t-shirts both independently and collaboratively with Graphic Designers• Created graphics for embellishment and embroidery• Creating and setting up artwork for production• Placing prints and graphics on bodies to match scale and rework art accordingly • Communicating with factories on graphics strike offs regarding quality and execution• Setting up color palettes for department use• Creating and maintaining updated binders for print archives

• Designed flyers, banners, posters, and newspaper ads for major and minor events

• Designed brochures and banners using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop• Assisted with clerical work and marketing research on casting directors, agencies, theatre companies and designers across the globe

• Achieved the store’s sales budgets through maximizing sales, supporting and representing the company brand and image• Kept up with fashion trends to gain a clear understanding of customers’ wants and needs in order to maximize sales on a day-to-day basis • Trained, supervised, and developed all store associates in company customer service standards and basic store operations• Ensured all store team members were goal oriented, motivated, and productive• Posted signage, window displays, and constantly arranged and rearranged visual display items to appeal to every individual customer to the finest extent• Analyzed product sales performance and inventory needs while monitoring the cleanliness and organization of the store

• Provided outstanding service to all customers, assisted with stock work and worked in any additional departments as needed• Assisted in the execution of visual display items within the store with the visual design team• Other tasks included department deliveries, maintaining organization, phone campaigning, etc.