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Alyssa Stenger
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Alyssa Stenger

Fort Wayne,IN

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

FreelancerTextile DesignerGraphic DesignerArtistProduct Designer

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Fort Wayne, INColumbus, OHDenver, COColorado Springs, COIndianapolis, IN
Open to relocation: Yes

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Company CulturePaid time offWork from home optionWork-life balanceCareer advancement

Summary

Artistic Textile Designer that is highly motivated to take on new challenges and seeks creative growth. Specializing in pattern design, a trained eye for color and fabric selection, ensuring creative and technical excellence in every project. Excels in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving to deliver designs that meet client expectations, brand consistency, and industry trends.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer

Alyssa Renae Art & Design
Fort Wayne, IN
2019 - Current
  • Created original artwork and illustrations to be used in fabric design by hand and computer-aided design software
  • Applied expertise and utilized color management tools for color matching and colorway creation
  • Adapted high-end designs for mainstream market in line brand positioning initiatives
  • Developed digital mockups to aid in design direction and present concepts
  • Prepared and delivered artwork files and color standards to overseas offices and factories for sample development and production

Assistant Surface Designer

Vera Bradley Designs
Roanoke, IN
11.2019 - 06.2024
  • Develop original artwork for textiles as well as trace and modify/recolor purchased prints to fit the brand aesthetic across various surfaces
  • Maintained consistent brand identity in surface and product designs, ensuring visual cohesion across multiple SKUs and seasonal collections
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with materials, color, and merchandising teams to assess samples, identify discrepancies, and execute precise layout and production file updates
  • Designed and constructed presentation layouts to effectively communicate product designs and artwork for approval and alignment with cross-functional partners and leadership
  • Construct print-ready files for vendors that include artwork, dimensions, Pantone and embellishment technique callouts
  • Collaborative licensing with brands including: Disney, Lucasfilm, Sanrio, Warner Bros, & Peanuts

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration

Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus, OH
05-2019

Skills

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Typography Design
  • Color Theory Expertise
  • Superior Color Discrimination
  • Basic Illustration Techniques
  • Product Design Concepts
  • Brand Alignment
  • Visual Branding
  • Market Analysis Techniques
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Assistant Surface Designer

Vera Bradley Designs
11.2019 - 06.2024

Freelancer

Alyssa Renae Art & Design
2019 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Illustration

Columbus College of Art & Design
Alyssa Stenger