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Michelle Damore

New Hyde Park,NY

Summary

Enthusiastic designer responsible for creating, developing and producing unique products. Reliable team member with strong communication skills and ability to adjust work for various environments

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Director

All In One Event Studio
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed memorable branding materials, contributing to successful events, parties, and camps
  • Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
  • Developed and streamlined internal templates that led to increased efficiency in production processes.
  • Presented concepts, copy and art during internal and client reviews.

Creator

NYC Tarot
06.2020 - Current
  • Conceptualized, designed and produced NYC Tarot though a successful Kickstarter campaign. Received glowing 5 star reviews and sold in many retail stores
  • Streamlined design processes for greater efficiency, resulting in faster project completion times.
  • Enhanced brand recognition by implementing innovative design strategies and concepts.
  • Design products such as Tarot decks, books, packaging, home goods, stationary, candles, clothing, and accessories


Pumpkin Artist

The Rise Of The Jackolanterns
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and trend preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
  • Work in a fast paced environment to meet deadlines.


Footwear Designer

ES Originals
08.2014 - 05.2017
  • Designed women’s footwear for Rampage, Sugar, and London Fog
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Lead designer of special projects including design of packaging & marketing materials
  • Created patterns and prints for textiles
  • Traveled internationally to source materials, and work closely with the factory to ensure product quality
  • Promoted from assistant to associate designer

Sportswear Designer

Fairway Fox
08.2012 - 09.2014
  • Launched branded women’s golf apperal though initial introduction of over 20 products
  • Designed performance apparel and accessories
  • Sourced materials and hardware
  • Produced patterns and prints for textiles
  • Created packaging, marketing materials, and look books.

Assistant Designer

Satya Twena
02.2012 - 07.2013
  • Assisted Designer with creation of handmade hats and accessories
  • Sourced and created materials
  • Organized photo shoots, trade shows, and trunk shows


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
05.2012

Associate of Arts - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
05.2010

Skills

Illustration

Adobe Suite

Surface Design

Packaging Design

Project Management

Print and Graphic Design

Concept Development

Print Production

Sketching abilities

Typography Expertise

Branding and Identity

Timeline

Art Director

All In One Event Studio
03.2023 - Current

Pumpkin Artist

The Rise Of The Jackolanterns
09.2022 - 10.2023

Creator

NYC Tarot
06.2020 - Current

Footwear Designer

ES Originals
08.2014 - 05.2017

Sportswear Designer

Fairway Fox
08.2012 - 09.2014

Assistant Designer

Satya Twena
02.2012 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology

Associate of Arts - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
Michelle Damore