COURTNEY B. FRENCH
NY POPULAR
SOMERVILLE,NJ
22
years of professional experience
Senior Creative Apparel Designer creating textile and silkscreen artwork for licensed apparel lines. Partners with production and management to move designs through approval, execution, and delivery for brands including NASA and Lifeguard. Brings branded product development, print-ready design, and factory coordination to apparel programs.
Work History
Senior Creative Apparel Designer
5 Years 8 Months- Developed and conceptualized new catalogs every year, incorporating photo shoots, developing new clothing lines and new artwork.
- Designed innovative apparel collections aligned with market trends and brand identity.
- Created detailed technical specifications for garment construction and production processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine design concepts and enhance product quality.
- Conducted trend analysis to inform design direction and ensure competitive edge in the market.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering creativity and skill development within the team.
- Leveraged CAD software to produce accurate designs and facilitate seamless communication with manufacturers.
- Streamlined design workflows, resulting in improved efficiency from concept to final production.
Senior Graphic Designer
1 Year 1 Month- Created new and innovative designs for product brands including ArmorAll, ENERGIZER, Five Below
- Collaborated with production to oversee development process and ensure design integrity.
- Worked closely with production to oversee development
Senior Graphic Designer
2 Years 5 Months- Designed innovative packaging for beauty products, enhancing brand identity for Bed Bath & Beyond, FiveBelow, Laura Ashley, TJ Max, Kohl's
- Collaborated with factories to streamline production and ensure timely distribution of product lines
- Partnered with clients to conceptualize and develop creative packaging for new holiday product lines
Senior Graphic Designer / Jr Director
1 Year 5 Months- Collaborated with licenses liaison to secure approvals and ensure adherence to brand aesthetics for Kathy Ireland Home, RAMPAGE, Joseph Abboud, ICEE
- Delegating day to day operations and product development and creativity for all distribution in the US and over seas China/India
- Delegating day to day operations and product development and creativity for all distribution in the US and overseas China/India
- Developed diverse projects including product/packaging designs, in-store graphics, and brand proposals.
Senior Graphic Designer
2 Years 2 Months- Developed branding and package designs that enhanced product distribution visibility
- Conceptualized and created packaging and displays for K-Y, Bengay, Zertec, Band-Aid, and Healthy Essentials, improving consumer engagement
- Designed advertising materials including FPFs and FSIs that increased circulation effectiveness
Graphic Designer
6 Months- Earned award for excellence in designing scientific posters for Meeting of Commerce in Berlin for Biocrepivir, enhancing conference visibility
- Crafted advertisements and print brochures for products including Claritin, Dr. Scholls, and Coppertone, effectively communicating brand messages
- Designed comprehensive logos for campaigns, strengthening brand identity and visual impact
Graphic Designer
8 Months- Created style guides for brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, GUESS, Harley Davidson, Bongo and Candies
- Developed build boards, flyers, and e-mail blasts to enhance marketing efforts
- Executed photo retouching, color correction, and lens replacement for fashion eyewear to achieve high-quality visuals
- Created line sheets featuring new products, colors, and designs to support brand merchandising
Graphic Designer
8 Months- Conceptualized designs and executed precise color management
- Assisted Art Director with photo shoots and layouts of Signature Line
- Redesigned cropping and photo manipulation techniques to enhance visual storytelling
- Prepared mock-ups for branding walls and developed mechanicals for print processing
POP Coordinator/Graphic Designer
1 Year 9 Months- Edited photos for Proof of Performance displays and campaign demonstration brochures, enhancing visual appeal and clarity.
- Conceptualized innovative presentation methods for client layouts in sneak peek proposals, improving client engagement.
- Edit photos for Proof of Performance displays and campaign demonstration brochures
- Organized and materialized artistic layout spreads with photo manipulation for client promotions, elevating brand visibility.
Assistant Production Designer
1 Year 4 Months- Assisted in day-to-day operations of the art departments
- Developed innovative designs for dinnerware, enhancing product appeal
- Redesigned Lenox Inc. back stamp logo to align with brand identity
- Transformed original watercolor painting designs into digital art for broader accessibility
Education
BFA - Fine Art with a concentration in Computer Graphics
- Comprehensive study in Painting Design
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Excel
Packaging design
Brand identity design
Print production
Dieline development
Art direction
Timeline
Senior Creative Apparel Designer
NY POPULAR
12.2020 - CurrentRead More
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02.2005 - 06.2006Read More
DUCRET SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN
from Comprehensive study in Painting Design
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Monmouth University
BFA from Fine Art with a concentration in Computer Graphics
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