Abby Rogol
Wakefield,RI
Summary
Adept at transforming concepts into marketable designs, I spearheaded the design team at Loren Hope Designs, driving innovation and trend-setting collections. My expertise in Adobe Photoshop and team management, coupled with a proven track record in leading successful overseas product development, showcases my ability to deliver exceptional results in the fast-paced jewelry design industry.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Design & Lead Designer
Loren Hope Designs
Newport, RI
03.2017 - Current
- Design heirloom vintage inspired jewelry and specialty collections with a modern twist
- Work with local vendors in RI and Overseas to source, produce and develop designs
- Create designs in both Adobe Photoshop and hand manipulation
- In charge of creating and overseeing costing and speccing for designs
- Stone set, assemble, manipulate materials, and glue the initial design prototype when necessary.
- Conceptualize, Design and launch one of a kind specialty projects: butterflies series, small sculptures, flower bouquets and home decor.
- Work along side local model makers, casters, platers, stone suppliers and solderers
- Guide creative direction of the design team informed by forecasted trends.
- Bridge gaps in collaboration between marketing/advertising and design departments.
- Executed tasks adhering to the team's schedule.
Jewelry Designer
FAF /Catherine Stein Designs
Smithfield, RI
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Traveled overseas twice to China and Korea for product development, component sourcing and factory meetings
- Developed designs for fast fashion at Target, Ann Taylor, Walmart, Loft, The Limited and Express
- Designed in Adobe PhotoShop and with in house components
Jewelry Designer
Arden Jewelry Manufacturing
Johnston, RI
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Design from initial concept to final product
- Translate fashion trends into marketable brand appropriate product
- Handmade initial samples/ collections
- Work directly with Buyers, Led Design meetings with buyers, Product Development, Overseas Development/Production, Model Makers, Casters, and Sample Makers
- Manage multiple projects and product development under tight deadlines
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Jewelry Design And Metalsmithing
05-2010
Skills
- Design research
- Color theory
- Product design
- Team management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Creative direction
- Design leadership
- Comprehensive understanding of the creative process domestically and Overseas
- Strong communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Design & Lead Designer - Loren Hope Designs
03.2017 - Current
Jewelry Designer - FAF /Catherine Stein Designs
01.2015 - 03.2016
Jewelry Designer - Arden Jewelry Manufacturing
01.2010 - 01.2015
Syracuse University - Bachelor of Arts, Jewelry Design And Metalsmithing
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