OBJECTIVE:

Ability to quickly learn and complete projects when given. Problem-solving in a fast working environment in a group setting or individually. Able to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines efficiently using time and resources. Wanting to create jewelry and accessories through stimulating association of ideas ultimately creating unique pieces for equally unique persons.

WORK HISTORY:

Claire's INC,Assistant Jewelry Designer

Hoffman Estates IL: May 2010-November 2011

-Responsible for creating finalized CADs used for concept collaborations and technical spec packages with the direction of lead Designer, including orthographic views, production artwork, stone layouts, and graphic artwork.

-In charge of creating presentation boards for design review meetings illustration current season design direction.

-Work in-group collaborations with NA and EU buying teams during concept reviews to interpret trend right and consumer right designs.

-Assist in cost negotiations for designs during prototype stage, finding ways to reduce cost without compromising overall design esthetic.

-Created and maintain a precise cataloging of all finalized samples for current season and relaying changes, corrections and production approvals to overseas office and vendors.

- Work closely with overseas offices on production timelines ensuring finalized production schedules are kept coinciding with shipping dates without delay.

CAD Administrator/Technical Designer

Chicago IL: November 2008-November 2009

Technical Designer:

-Design/modeled Men Wedding Bands for Casting House Private Collection.

-Knowledge and understanding of the casting process of Gold, Platinum, Palladium, Silver.

-Provided Orthographic design sketches

-Responsible for all CAD file reviewing to ensure manufacturability and production.

Administrator:

-Improved production of CAD/CAM models by 30%, by implementing an all-digital organizational system.

-Extensive knowledge of CAD and modeling process including CAM equipment.

Blush Promotions/312 Events, Marketing representative

Chicago IL: April 2008-July 2008

-Executing promotions for new cosmetic lines for the Victoria Jackson label.

Jewelry and Accessory commissions for SCAD Creature fashion show

Savannah GA: February 2007

-Created jewelry and accessory pieces to accent various student work feature in the fashion show.

Melissa Monster Design, Fashion Illustrator, Fashion Flat Layout

Savannah GA: February 2006

-Commission for croquis and fashion flats illustrations for senior collection.

Savannah College of Art and Design, Studio Monitor

Savannah GA: November 2005-March 2008

DESIGN SKILLS:

Counter sketching, Hand rendering, Technical drawing and specs, Sample making, Metalsmith, fashion illustration, flats, Mood/Trend/ Design Boards, CAD/CAM software: Rhino/ Matrix/ Jewel CAD, Rapid Prototyping: Envistiontech, Solidscape, Milling

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficient in Mac OS and Windows, 75WPM, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, One Note), Microsoft Works, ( Word Processor, Task Launcher, Spreadsheet), Adobe CS4, Solidworks, REVO, PerfactoryEtech, ShopKeeper.

EDUCATION:

Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah GA, 2007

Metals and Jewelry Design B.F.A

Minor Sequential Arts, with extra concentration in Photography and Fashion Design

REFERENCE:

Upon Request