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Mason Warner

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Creative thinker offering 20+ years of marketing experience along with a decisive and hardworking approach. Talent for devising creative strategies. Demonstrated knowledge of concept, retail design, artist collaboration and project management. Excels in product development, budgeting and time management with an overall creative vision.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Owner

Pink's Inks, Inc.
06.2018 - 06.2024
  • Cooperated with staff and clients to achieve customer service goals and surpass team objectives.
  • Managed vendor selection and relations to guarantee best pricing and on-time deliveries.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, vendors and industry influencers to create positive brand experiences.
  • Spearheaded strategic brand plans for multiple product lines to increase market share and brand awareness.
  • Researched and identified new opportunities for product and brand development.

Special Projects Manager

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
03.2013 - 04.2018
  • Diversified product offering through collaborations with other creative professionals such as artists and the art department.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Performed event coordination for in-store releases.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate efficient sample management and support project timelines.

Design Consultant

Lands' End
08.2009 - 02.2013
  • Developed innovative design concepts to meet clients'' unique needs and preferences.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects while meeting strict deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
  • Conducted site visits to ensure adherence to design specifications, addressing any issues promptly for seamless project execution.
  • Evaluated clients'' existing spaces to identify opportunities for improvement or enhancement based on their goals and objectives.
  • Prepared strategies and proposed concepts for client approval.
  • Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.

Owner

WTHN
03.2006 - 06.2009
  • Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track e
  • Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Designed the overall concept, retail space and in-store programming to offer a unique retail experience.
  • Managed open-to-buy budgets effectively, balancing inventory needs with financial constraints in order to maximize profitability.
  • Planned and conducted special projects in the retail space, resulting in a forward thinking retail experience.

Creative Director

UBIQ / Jako Enterprises, Inc.
05.2004 - 02.2006
  • Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
  • Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
  • Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
  • Developed comprehensive assortment strategy to maximize product variety and customer satisfaction.
  • Researched and identified new suppliers and vendors.
  • Built strong relationships with artist, leading to long-term relationships and collaboration opportunities.

Store Opening Lead

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
05.1995 - 04.2004
  • Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy.
  • Built strong vendor relationships to facilitate favorable pricing on required materials.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive library of design assets for easy access and reuse.
  • Developed prototypes for testing and presentation purposes.
  • Designed and implemented effective budgeting policies and procedures.
  • Developed art and design concepts.
  • Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.

Education

High School Diploma -

Canoga Park Senior High School
Canoga Park, CA
06.1989

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Customer Relations
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Project Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Complex problem solver
  • Client Presentation
  • Design thinking
  • Marketing knowledge

Timeline

Co-Owner

Pink's Inks, Inc.
06.2018 - 06.2024

Special Projects Manager

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
03.2013 - 04.2018

Design Consultant

Lands' End
08.2009 - 02.2013

Owner

WTHN
03.2006 - 06.2009

Creative Director

UBIQ / Jako Enterprises, Inc.
05.2004 - 02.2006

Store Opening Lead

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
05.1995 - 04.2004

High School Diploma -

Canoga Park Senior High School

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