Charlotte Wilson Hughes
Graphic Designer · self employed
San Juan Capistrano, CA
In My Own Words
Work Experience
Graphic Designer
self employed2018 – Present
• repeat prints and material toolbox for Sperry Footwear • brand identity design for small businesses • stationery design and print production
Freelance Graphic Designer
self employed2012 – 2018
• invitation design for high-end stationery studio • prepping files for digital, foil, and letterpress printing • textile / graphic repeat prints for Adidas Swimwear • textile / graphic repeat prints for Vans and Sperry Footwear • technical cads for footwear & accessories • product photography and retouching • catalogs & collateral for skincare line
Senior Production Artist
Czar Press2016 – 2018
• prepped art files for letterpress, foil, screen print and digital printing • designed and prepped files for new packaging dies • designed Czar Press promo items • project managed orders from start to completion • improved efficiency of handling purchase orders, ordering materials, and invoicing • fostered and maintained positive client and vendor relationships • acted as manager in owner's absence
Associate Footwear Designer
Roxy / Quiksilver Inc.2009 – 2012
• assisted in design & development of footwear for women's and girl's casual line • sourced materials, created cads, line sheets, technical packs, graphics and original logos • contributed to hang tag and packaging design • training / mentor to new hires • led design handoff meetings with vendors • improved sample production & communication with vendors through detailed tech sheets & processes
