Hardworking and creative Senior Designer responsible for synthesizing future trends and translating them into inspiring product concepts. Curious researcher, passionate storyteller, and creative catalyst.
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Mallory Hunter
Dallas,TX
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fossil Group
Sr. Concept & Color Designer
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Create inspiring, immersive seasonal concepts for Fossil brand through mixed media physical displays and digital briefs.
- Research and analyze art, fashion, and current culture to inform seasonal kick-offs.
- Synthesize consumer insights and emerging aesthetics, translate findings into actionable product and marketing inspiration.
- Curate seasonal color palettes. Partner with sourcing, product development and creative directors to ensure smooth color development for materials across Fossil's product categories.
- Present seasonal concepts alongside the VP of Design to senior leadership, design teams, merchandising, product development, marketing teams.
Fossil Group
Sr. Trends Analyst
02.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Lead consumer trends research to inform strategic decision-making across Fossil Group brands.
- Strategize, prepare, and present trend insights to internal teams and external license partners (C-suite, department heads, designers, etc).
- Drive product innovation by synthesizing aesthetic trends into actionable requests for Fossil Group’s manufacturing partners.
- Design and facilitate immersive workshops to inspire product innovation for global watch and jewelry teams (creatives, merchants, product development, and executive leadership team).
- Travel domestically and internationally for trend research & trend presentations.
Fossil Group Inc.
Product Designer
05.2018 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Designed seasonal watch product for DKNY and Marc Jacobs brands.
- Conducted accessories trend research and analysis. Presented to internal & licensor partners.
- Prepared & reviewed technical specs to ensure accurate production of designs. Communicated with overseas manufacturers for product development.
Joyya
Creative Design & Communications Manager
12.2016 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Led creative design and new development across product lines.
- Developed & executed strategies for marketing materials & advertising campaigns.
- Directed campaign to launch new product line of women’s handbags. Managed graphic designers, photographers, web developers, & content creation to create a cohesive vision.
- Traveled domestically to trade shows & internationally to factories.
Turning Point Events
Event & Communications Designer
08.2016 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Designed engaging and immersive experiences to meet client needs.
- Collaborated with vendors to execute designs for client events and styled shoots.
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
Education
University of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Design
05.2017
University Overview
Skills
Concept Design
Visual Storytelling
Trend Forecasting
Trend Research
Presentation Skills
Creative Collaboration
Think & Act Strategically
Product Design
Timeline
Sr. Concept & Color Designer
Fossil Group
02.2023 - Current
Sr. Trends Analyst
Fossil Group
02.2020 - Current
Product Designer
Fossil Group Inc.
05.2018 - 02.2020
Creative Design & Communications Manager
Joyya
12.2016 - 05.2018
Event & Communications Designer
Turning Point Events
08.2016 - 12.2019
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science from Industrial Design
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