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Sunnyvale, Ca, Us

Managed packaging graphics and content development from creative brief through design, production, localization, proofing, and print for Amazon devices.Led implementation and governance of Wrike project management software, building template schedules, integrating with other systems, and supporting user training and ongoing support. Configured and launched a new artwork proofing system, Ziflow, improving UX for internal and cross-functional stakeholders.Released up to 150 packaging artworks per year.Continually improved processes, including workflows, project intake, and localization.Supported evaluation and implementation of DAM, Project Management, and CMS software.

El Segundo, California, Us

Responsible for packaging and brand development on 10+ brands across boys and girls divisions, yielding approximately $750MM of business.Led a team of 10 employees, comprised of packaging designers, engineers, and copywriters. Won three Graphic Design USA awards.Art-directed branding creation for several new global brand launches, as well as rebrands of existing properties.Developed style guides for packaging, retail, and consumer products.Cultivated productive, collaborative, and candid relationships with multiple licensors, including Disney, Warner Bros., Viz Animation, 343 Industries, and WWE. Managed a budget of approximately $250M in outside spend, travel, and team building.

El Segundo, California, Us

Managed a group of seven people including graphic designers, packaging engineers, and copywriters. Led group to develop packaging concepts that are eye-catching, communicative, and on budget.Maintained close working relationships with licensors to successfully partner on individual packages as well as overall branding.

El Segundo, California, Us

Worked in a fast-paced, marketing-driven, collaborative team environment developing packages from concept to production hand-off for several popular brands, including Barbie, Polly Pocket, Little Mommy, Monster High, and Disney.Accelerated career from Associate Packaging Engineer to Packaging Engineer, Senior Packaging Engineer, and Project Packaging Engineer in less than six yearsWinner of five Graphic Design USA awards for exceptional packaging design.Led two substreams in an enterprise-wide implementation of a Product Lifecycle Management system to revolutionize the company’s product and package development process.Developed creative package structures and cost estimates taking several variables into account, such as product concerns, graphic design, budget, and marketing initiatives, within specific retail parameters. Produced sample mockups for sales pitches and trade shows. Interacted with overseas counterparts in Hong Kong, China, and Indonesia throughout development and production, with multiple trips to Asia.Participated in multiple brainstorms and kaizen events to streamline processes both department- and company-wide. This includes several cross-collaboration task forces, finding almost $500,000 in cost savings.Took part in the purchase of new cut tables, software, and computers to modernize department workflows and technology. Active member of OPEN@Mattel, Mattel’s LGBT employee group, including volunteering with gay youth through the LifeWorks program and event support for the yearly GLSEN Respect Awards banquet.

East Aurora, New York, Us

Worked in the marketing communications department developing structural designs and package specifications. Interacted in a team environment with graphic design, marketing, costing, and product development groups.

New York, New York, Us

Assisted the packaging engineering staff by interacting with vendors, drafting testing protocols, and updating specifications and bills of material in an FDA validated system.