Summary Statement
Creative and detail-oriented graphic designer and illustrator with 8+ years of experience in developing stunning visual content for digital and print media. Strong background in typography, color theory, and layout design. Expert at collaborating with cross-functional teams to create design solutions that maintain brand identity and improve consumer experience.
Work Experience
Accutime Watch Corp. - New York, NY
Packaging Designer
2020 - Present
Organize design files, dielines, specs, and linesheets, for over 43+ packaging programs including hanging tags, blister cards, tins, window boxes, hanging cards, plastic cases, and acetate boxes.
Maintain brand consistency across all packaging designs, with complete comprehension of branding guides.
Oversee the kid’s watch packaging program for big-box retailers such as Walmart, with frequent orders exceeding 100,000 pieces.
Demonstrate a complete understanding of layouts, color trends and typography for 30+ major licenses, including Disney, Marvel, DC Comics, and Star Wars.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment to deliver projects on time.
Assess graphic layouts and packaging samples for quality and accuracy while coordinating with vendors overseas.
Photograph and edit photos to ensure finalization of purchase orders.
Mentor and train junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and design techniques.
Junior Packaging Designer
2017 - 2020
Experience with US/international regulatory standards and product requirements.
Create 3D CAD renderings of shelf displays for retailer presentations.
Collate the correct assets for the team; i.e. product copy, product claim and branding assets.
Research and develop a comprehensive knowledge of the competition and trends.
Knowledgeable of packaging materials and sustainability.
Assist in conducting materials research and testing for new packaging projects.
Conduct market research and consumer testing to refine and improve packaging concepts.
Celine Chow Studios - New York, NY
Freelance Illustrator
2016 - 2017
Created illustrations with complete understanding of color theory and stylistic techniques to elevate the client’s vision.
Consulted with clients to determine key aspects of their project and proposed visual solutions using unique visual languages.
Honors / Awards
SVA Rhodes Family Award for Outstanding Achievement in Illustration - 2017
Selected as one of 5 winners from 2017’s Illustration graduating class
The Society of Illustrators Annual Student Competition - 2017
Created a piece that was selected out of 8,082 submitted images
from 78 schools nationwideChosen as one of 220 winners from 2017’s competition
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Branding & Identity
Typography / Layout / Composition
Color Theory
CAD drawing / Physical mock-up creation
Detail-oriented
Strong communication/presentation skills
Photography
Illustration
Creative
Project Management
Education
School of Visual Arts - New York, NY
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree - Illustration, 2017
Graduated with Honors by maintaining a 3.87 cumulative GPA
Placed at top 5 percentile of 2017’s graduating class
Dean’s List for 4 consecutive years