Nov 2022 — Now
Architectural Assistant · BERG Architecture
Design and drafting for exterior, landscape, and interior architecture and civil engineering elements in Revit Autodesk. Prepare site plan and specification packages for solar permitting per state requirements.
Nov 2018 — Now
Product Design and Development · Freelance, self-employed
More than 10 years of industry experience with global, award-winning outdoor companies. Specializing in Outerwear and offer Material and Trim Selection; Full Tech Packs; Color Palettes; Presentation and Technical Sketches and CADs; Fit and Construction Direction; Cost Engineering; and Product Design Communication to internal and external stakeholders from concept to production.
Aug 2021 — Nov 2022
Researched Fishing, UPF, and Fleece market trends. Created presentations and technical sketches for apparel, gear, and accessories. Led digital wholesale project creating templates and standards for digital images. Communicated line status, revisions and issues with CFT. Coordinated prints and lab dips. Created shared digital presentations. Successful execution of role working 100% remotely
Jan 2018 — Feb 2019
Technical Designer ·
OrvisManaged product development for overseas production of Outerwear and Sportswear. Led fit sessions. Reviewed patterns and prototypes for accuracy, quality, and function; communicated updates and corrections to all partners. Created specification packages with BOMs, technical sketches, and graded size measurement charts. Conveyed production issues to QA team.
Jun 2017 — Jan 2018
Special Use Permits Resource Specialist · U.S. Forest Service
Jun 2014 — Aug 2016
Community Development Advisor · Peace Corps
Coached adult women in financial acumen and in organizing handicraft collectives. Created animal welfare project using pets to develop empathy and responsibility resulting in improved school performances. Submitted quarterly reports of project progress data in Volunteer Reporting application. Successful completion of two years of intense cultural immersion.
Nov 2012 — May 2014
Researched emerging trends, technology, and influencer markets to strengthen brand image and competitive positioning. Solicited sponsored athlete input. Applied knowledge of materials, construction, performance, and treatments. Aligned with product calendars meeting end use goals and deadlines. Cost engineered designs and proactively identified costing issues.
Jun 2006 — Jul 2012
Rendered design visions into saleable outerwear consistently exceeding sales goals in all Men and Women’s Outerwear categories. Owned creative aesthetic from concept to consumer including materials, colors palettes, and trims. Developed and approved custom trims and labels. Strategized line enhancements with Merchants. Overhauled base layer programs with Polartec collaboration. Member of sustainable committee which evolved to become Sustainable Apparel Coalition. PLM SuperUser and Design Team liaison for new system implementation.
