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Chicago, Il, Us

Lake In The Hills, Il, Us

United States

- Catalog Development: Leads the creation and management of a comprehensive branded merchandise catalog for a leading animal pharmaceutical client, curating a selection of products that align with their brand and marketing objectives.- Vendor Relations: Sourced and negotiated pricing with vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement while maintaining high product quality.- Trend Analysis & Research: Attended industry trade shows and conducted ongoing market research to stay informed about emerging trends in branded merchandise, bringing innovative and popular products to the client's program.- Sales & Inventory Management: Monitored sales orders and inventory levels, making data-driven recommendations on product discontinuation and carryover for the next fiscal year, optimizing stock levels and minimizing excess inventory.- Client Presentations: Developed and delivered detailed PowerPoint presentations showcasing the annual sales performance of each product. Provided clients with insights into year-to-date marketing budget allocation and strategic recommendations for new product inclusion.- Strategic Recommendations: Advised clients on product selection and marketing strategies, leading to increased client satisfaction and sales growth within the branded merchandise program.

Melrose Park, Illinois

- Gift Design & Development: Led the design and development of holiday-themed gift baskets and towers for high-profile clients, including Starbucks and Costco, focusing on creating appealing and festive gourmet food gifts.- Cost Management: Managed the cost structure of each gift by meticulously analyzing the price of individual components and labor involved in assembly, ensuring that each product fit within the client's budget while maintaining profitability.- Trend Research: Conducted in-depth trend research at trade shows and retail stores to identify popular items in the gourmet food market, integrating these insights into product designs to stay ahead of consumer preferences.- Client Presentations: Presented curated product collections to clients, showcasing a range of designs tailored to meet their specific needs and budget constraints, leading to successful product launches and strong client relationships.- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with the packaging department to develop inserts and packaging solutions that enhanced the overall gift presentation. Collaborated with the graphic design team to ensure that all visual elements, including graphics, aligned with the product’s theme and client’s brand guidelines.- Vendor Coordination: Partnered with the purchasing team to secure competitive pricing from factories in China, ensuring cost-effective production without compromising on quality.

Northbrook

- Collaborated with Creative Director and Product Development Team to Conceptualize New Home Décor Products.- Partnered closely with the Creative Director and product development team to brainstorm and conceptualize innovative home décor items, ensuring alignment with brand vision and market trends.- Developed detailed product renderings and comprehensive spec sheets, which were sent to vendors to facilitate accurate production and quality control.- Designed visually appealing layouts for printed product catalogs, showcasing the home décor assortment in a cohesive and engaging manner.- Created product packaging that ensured consistent branding and clear, concise product information, maintaining brand integrity across all materials.- Edited product and lifestyle photos using Adobe Photoshop to enhance image quality and ensure professional presentation.- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting all deadlines and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Niles, Illinois

• Designed packaging for name brand industrial products.• Meticulously designed and reviewed product manuals before production. • Created detailed product renderings and spec sheets for the final production files.• Collaborated with the Product Development Manager to design layouts for the catalog and ensure all information was accurate. • Photographed and edited each item for the catalog and website. • Created professional mock-ups of packaging, and marketing material for meetings between our clients and our sales reps.

Bloomingdale, Il

• Conceptualized inspirational & everyday giftware products.• Created detailed product renderings and spec sheets for the final production files.• Managed the product data in the company’s database. • Managed the production process of each item with our vendors on a daily basis. • Responsible for reviewing and approving pre-production samples and all packaging.• Worked with the Creative Director and Product Manager to develop catalog layouts. • Presented new product programs in Product Development meetings. • Tracked shipments of samples from our vendors to ensure accurate delivery date.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Visual Communication

Activities and Societies: AIGA Chicago Chapter

Associates, Art