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Maura Houston

Pleasant Hill

Summary

Dynamic Textile Designer and CAD Artist with a proven track record at Beverly Hills Polo Club, known for innovative designs and trend analysis. Expert in Adobe Illustrator, I excel in problem-solving and thrive under pressure, enhancing team productivity and driving sales through cohesive collections and effective marketing strategies.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

Beverly Hills Polo Club
01.2021 - Current
  • Incorporated out-of-the-box thinking to create new designs for BHPC projects.
  • Collaborated with fashion designers to create cohesive collections, resulting in increased sales for the company.
  • Developed intricate and unique designs using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Conducted trend research and analysis, allowing for timely creation of fresh and appealing textile designs.
  • Created sketches and technical drawings to present design concepts to clients.
  • Implemented a digital asset management system for organizing designs efficiently increasing productivity across the team.

Senior Game Artist

Blue Shell Games
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Mentored junior artists, improving their skills and contributing to a more cohesive team dynamic.
  • Developed UI/UX designs that aligned with gameplay mechanics while maintaining an intuitive user interface for players.
  • Provided creative input during concept phase, developing memorable characters that resonated with players worldwide.
  • Streamlined asset creation pipelines, increasing overall efficiency within the art team.
  • Optimized in-game assets for improved performance across various platforms.

Game Artist

K Factor Media
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Collaborated with the development team to optimize in-game performance, ensuring smooth gameplay experiences.
  • Spearheaded the creation of stunning marketing materials including trailers, promotional images, and key art pieces.
  • Gathered feedback from players during testing phases, making necessary adjustments to improve visual elements accordingly.
  • Utilized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create consistent, quality appearance to implement into software.
  • Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates and address potential issues.

Game Artist

Slide Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Used freehand drawing and Adobe Illustrator to create game backgrounds.
  • Assisted in establishing art guidelines for new projects while maintaining consistency across existing games within the franchise.
  • Collaborated with artists to achieve appropriate visual style.
  • Excelled in multitasking by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality output and attention to detail.

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

JDFine & Co
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Remained savvy in new and upcoming trends to design new patterns based on popularity and demand.
  • Developed intricate and unique designs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Increased efficiency in design processes by implementing new software and technology tools.
  • Worked closely with marketing teams to develop promotional materials showcasing new textile collections effectively reaching target audiences.

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

Esportia International
02.1998 - 01.2004
  • Developed intricate and unique designs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
  • Displays self-motivation to meet deadlines and produce new products with public appeal.
  • Displayed exemplary artistic skills across different media, both physical and digital.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Provided guidance and advice to junior design team members on design-related matters.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art With A Design Option

California State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-2001

Skills

  • Fashion illustration
  • Hand drawing
  • Digital textile design
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Punctual and dependable

Timeline

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

Beverly Hills Polo Club
01.2021 - Current

Senior Game Artist

Blue Shell Games
01.2011 - 01.2015

Game Artist

K Factor Media
01.2010 - 01.2011

Game Artist

Slide Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2010

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

JDFine & Co
01.2004 - 01.2007

Textile Designer and CAD Artist

Esportia International
02.1998 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Art With A Design Option

California State University Los Angeles

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