Senior Production Designer ‐ Packaging

• Mar 2022 - Present

Graphic Designer and Illustrator

• Dec 2012 - Present

Working directly with clients to produce creative solutions to address their professional needs. Specializing in Branding, Identity Design, Packaging Design, Apparel Design, Illustration, and Art Direction. Select Client Work: Moss Mill Brewing Company Logo Design, Packaging Design, Environmental Design, Art Direction, Gallery Curation. ∙ Create the logo and 16 ounce can design for “Da Birds” Kolsch Style Ale. ∙ Design and produce a 30-foot-long mural and 12-foot-long stage backdrop. ∙ Curate and install 20+ pieces of art displayed in the taproom gallery as Curator. Jamison Lawn Care ∙ Identity Design, Branding, Collateral, Copywriting, and Art Direction. ∙ Develop the company’s identity, branding, and all printed collateral materials. ∙ Strategize and develop copy to enhance the effectiveness of marketing materials and presence.

Graphic Designer

• Sep 2016 - May 2020

∙ Supervise production and development of all licensed Kate Spade packaging.∙ Implemented new asset libraries and enhanced working practices driving efficiency and productivity of my team.∙ Assemble technical specification packaging decks for internal and external use during a company-wide rebrand.∙ Mentor and encourage production artists by regularly providing constructive feedback for skill development.∙ Prioritize and efficiently self-manage multiple time-sensitive tasks daily based on demand.∙ Conceptualize packaging for future markets bi-yearly and new brand introductions as necessary.∙ Collaborate daily with over 25 members of product development, marketing, and sourcing to ensure delivery.

Production Artist

• Jul 2015 - Sep 2016

∙ Design packaging for over 500 items across the full Lenox brand portfolio.∙ Execute unique packaging for wholesale, direct-to-consumer, and retail markets.∙ Develop all artwork observing strict brand guidelines maintaining brand integrity.∙ Fabricate physical samples for sales presentations and trade shows as needed.∙ Conduct print proof reviews for compliance with quality standards and communicate feedback to vendors daily.∙ Support packaging development for Lenox, Kate Spade, Gorham, Dansk, Mario Batali, The French Chefs, Wonki Ware, Luca Andrisani, and Michael Wainwright.

Store Associate

• 2003 - May 2016

Positions included: Cashier, Customer Service Associate, Maintenance/Porter, Gas Station Attendant, Floral Associate, Produce Associate and Frozen Food Associate. ∙ Assist customers daily. ∙ Exceed customer expectations by providing individualized attention and service. ∙ Perform minor repairs and installations throughout the store. ∙ Thoroughly clean and maintain a safe work environment following OSHA and EPA standards. ∙ Design and decorate visual displays for seasonal purposes. ∙ Create one-of-a-kind decorative elements to drive sales and customer attention.