Jamie Wilcox - McMullian
London England
Summary
Detail orientated senior creative designer with over ten years experience in handbags, sport bags,luggage, travel bags and accessories. I have a passion for innovation, trend analysis and design solutions
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Designer,Handbags,SLG,Accessories
Gina Group
New York, NY
10.2020 - Current
- Design and developing seven branded collections seasonally for handbags and small leather goods Brands Include, H Halston,Adriane Vittindini, Rampage,Kensie,Bearpaw, Daisy Fuentes
- Develop and collaborate with private brands for sport bags, everyday bags OEM development Include; Calia, Dicks Sporting goods, Nordstrom BP, Forever21
- Design and develop multiple categories of beauty and cosmetic accessories for Kids, Women, and Mens collections
- Designing Product and Packaging for all items
- Develop sketches, graphic artwork, print layouts and tech packs
- Manage calender and team of five associate designers
- Collaborate with sales teams,production teams and buyers
- Product categories include: Backpacks, Handbags,Lunch bags, Cosmetic bags, Cosmetics, Beauty Tools, Home accessories, Hydration, Tech accessories.
Design Director
Chariot Travelware
New York, NY
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Designed hard side and soft side luggage from initial concept through to final production
- Created and managed detailed technical packages for all designs including specs, sketches, developing print layouts, pitching color, providing detailed technical direction
- Communicated with factories and other vendor partners, responding to questions in a timely manner to ensure development is on calendar
- Ensured that all product development is in-line with market trends and is consistently following our creative business strategy
- Researched, developed trend packets and design boards for presentations
- Presented sample line to sales team prior to each market week and prepared showroom setup
- Met directly with retail buyers from all of the major department stores and discount stores to walk through the concept of our design and show samples to initiate and grow sales
- Oversaw the creation of marketing materials including advertisements, social media and websites
- Trained and directed design assistants in developing product tech packs, material sourcing, content, blogs, catalogs, line sheets and marketing materials
- Coordinated and designed new store concepts and trade show booth displays
- Regularly traveled to China to work on-site with factories
- Product categories include: luggage, travel bags, dog carriers, and blankets.
Senior Designer
Olivet International
New York, NY
09.2013 - 05.2018
- Responsible for entire product design process from initial concept through to final production samples, including but not limited to: market research, mood board creation, sketching with adobe illustrator and the creation of tech packs
- Conceptualized and designed innovative directional product lines and lead the team in adopting new and exciting design strategies
- Oversaw design across multiple brands including Jessica Simpson, Ellen Tracy, DDC and CRCKT brands
- Facilitated all OEM projects including: Tesla, Mark and Graham, Pottery Barn kids/teen/main, Athleta, Old Navy and Gap
- Collaborated with brand partners to ensure timely product design approvals
- Communicated with factories to deliver creative and cost-effective product development
- Traveled both domestic and internationally on a regular basis to visit core accounts and factories
- Prepared and delivered innovative presentations to buyers and hosted talks at large-scale events for brand promotion
- Coordinated with upper-management and CEO’s to deliver designs in a time sensitive environment
- Trained and managed design assistants in print creation, bag construction and color theory, with a heavy focus on brand aesthetic and how to translate that into the appropriate product
- Maintained multiple design calendars liaising with factory merchandisers and the design team to deliver exceptional samples for both sales meetings and brand approval meetings
- Product categories include: hard-side and soft-side luggage, wheeled luggage, travel bags, backpacks, travel accessories, fashion handbags, active-sports bags, lunch bags, cooler bags and cosmetic bags and accessories.
Senior Designer
USF COLLECTIONS
New York, NY
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Responsible for design and product development from concept through to final production including packaging , hang-tags, print layouts and product construction details
- Created graphic prints and hardware, prepared tech packs and coordinated with both India and China factories to achieve competitive costing
- Regularly traveled to Europe, Canada, and throughout the US to uncover the latest trends in accessories and cold weather knits to build seasonal programs for large retail partners
- Developed exciting trend presentations and presented collections during sales meetings
- Managed design assistants and interns to distribute workload and ensure timely turnaround for product development
- Organized story boards, hired models and directed photo shoots to further the brand lifestyle image
- Built in-house fabric and trim libraries for the design studio
- Product categories include: duffel bags, backpacks, wallets, tech accessories, SLG's, headwear, cold weather, socks, and packaged gifts.
Designer
COCOMO CONNECTION INC
New York, NY
09.2009 - 09.2011
- Oversaw and designed accessories for the teen and women's market
- Developed sketches, graphic artwork, print layouts and tech packs
- Managed and coordinated product approvals for all licensed partnerships
- Liaised with production staff to approve lab dips, fabrics and all material components
- Designed story boards and presented new collections during market weeks
- Organized design studio, sample room, fabric library and showroom displays
- Hired and managed assistant designers and interns to produce trend reports and color revisions
- Product categories include: handbags, headwear, belts, cosmetic bags, and packaged gifts Competitor research.
Associate Designer
CHILDREN'S APPAREL NETWORK
New York, NY
09.2005 - 09.2009
- Designed children's apparel and accessories for Sesame Street license
- Worked with senior designer and head merchandiser to deliver 8 collections annually in a fast-paced environment
- Communicated with factories regarding samples, revisions and final production
- Worked with in-house pattern maker to approve fit samples
- Sourced innovative fabrics and print techniques to influence new and exciting texture and style
- Directed the in-house sewing and embroidery teams during the sample making processes
- Supported sales team with catalogs, line sheets and presentation boards
- Product categories include: Infant, toddler children's apparel, hats, sun-suits and layette packaged gifts Accessories design Graphic design.
Education
BFA - Fashion Design, Accessories Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY05.2007
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign
- Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Expert in manufacturing processes
- Extensive knowledge of bag construction
- Competitor research
- Print and Graphic design
- Phenomenal problem solver
- Excellent sense of style
- Innovative thinker
Timeline
Head Designer,Handbags,SLG,Accessories
Gina Group
10.2020 - Current
Design Director
Chariot Travelware
05.2018 - 05.2020
Senior Designer
Olivet International
09.2013 - 05.2018
Senior Designer
USF COLLECTIONS
09.2011 - 09.2013
Designer
COCOMO CONNECTION INC
09.2009 - 09.2011
Associate Designer
CHILDREN'S APPAREL NETWORK
09.2005 - 09.2009
BFA - Fashion Design, Accessories Design
Fashion Institute of Technology