Julia Trujillo
North Hollywood,California
Summary
Design professional skilled in creating impactful solutions, with over 20 years of design experience. Managed all stages of a product life cycle – from initial concept, design phase to completion, production, and marketing. Proven track record of transforming ideas into compelling designs that align with clients' visions and business goals. Effective team player with outstanding communication, presentation, and creative skills. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic environments, bringing creativity and precision to every project. Seeking a challenging position, where I can use experience and skills to help grow a company.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer - Role Play – Softlines
Disney Store
07.2007 - Current
- Responsible for designing and developing costumes and accessories generating in excess of $75M in annual sales
- Responsible for conceptualizing t designs for all aspects of role-play business
- Categories handled include; Costumes, and accessories such as tiaras, wands, shoes, jewelry play sets, shields, light up helmets, swords, and all Pet Non consumable products
- Collaborations with Disney Studio, Disney Channel, Pixar, Lucas Film, Parks, and special events like D23.
- Worked closely with our liaisons overseas to achieve a line that closely resembled original concepts
- Delivered final designs on time and on budget meeting our competitive margins
- Managed all aspects of production, including final mold approvals
- Continuously partnering with tech department, to ensure proper fit on all items
- Help track and maintain department budget (market samples, department tools, and freelancers)
- Traveled to overseas and worked closely with manufacturing vendors to ensure all concept designs were executed in the production North America
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Produced high-quality mockups for approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
- Presented creative solutions to challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all marketing materials.
- Organized and led creative workshops to explore innovative design solutions.
- Analyzed market trends to advise on design directions that align with user expectations.
Assistant Designer – Baby – Softlines
Disney Store
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Company Overview: North America
- Conceptualized and created a baby assortment that was staple of The Disney Store business
- Managed all aspects of product development, from conceptualizing to manufacturing
- Partnered with development team in the US and Asia to ensure final product meet specifications
- Responsible for developing flat sketches for line sheets and tech packages
- Created and prototyped samples for quarterly line presentations
- Extensive market and trend research
- North America
Associate Designer
Kandy Kiss of California
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Developed girls clothing line that was on trend and delivered to market on expedited timeline
- Conceptualized and developed line for various retail chains, such as Macy’s, Sears, and JC Penny
- Performed design research and sketches for various projects
- Supervised and trained sample room employees
- Sketched flats for line sheets and technical packages
Assistant Designer
Jerry Leigh Entertainment Apparel
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Developed apparel lines for various licensees, most notably Disney
- Developed women’s and men fashion, accessories, and baby lines
- Performed design research and sketches for various projects
- Managed lab dips for imported goods
- Sketched flats for line sheets and technical packages
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising- FIDM
Los Angeles, California06.2003
Skills
- Bilingual (English / Spanish)
- Flat Sketching
- Prototyping
- Sewing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
Community Engagment
- Tierra Del Sol, Circle of Inspiration Member, Have helped raised over +50K in donations since 2014, Have helped organize events to help promote campus and programs to the community.
- Adelante Mujer Latina, Presenter, 2014, Provided 3 workshops about a career in fashion for high school girls., Received certificate of appreciation from U.S. House Representative Judy Chu.
Freelanceexperience
- Hot Kiss
- Hot Topic
- Torrid
- Anchor Blue
- Panfame America
- Cruisewear By Jill Whelan
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Designer - Role Play – Softlines
Disney Store
07.2007 - Current
Assistant Designer – Baby – Softlines
Disney Store
09.2006 - 06.2007
Associate Designer
Kandy Kiss of California
01.2004 - 01.2005
Assistant Designer
Jerry Leigh Entertainment Apparel
01.2000 - 01.2002
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design And Merchandising- FIDM
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