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Mitchell Rodbell

Summary

Accomplished Artist and Founder of MRodbellart LLC, who is extremely passionate about creating beautiful artwork and growing as an artist. Ambitious individual who is constantly thinking of new ideas to market and exhibit art and help other emerging artists. Skilled artist who readily shares concepts and best practices to help the Art Students League develop new strategies and identify new opportunities for the future.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

Artist and Founder

MRodbellart LLC
08.2023 - Current
  • Consistently creates original art inspired by nature and interprets into landscapes, still lifes and abstracts, utilizing acrylic and watercolors.
  • Utilizes website and social media platforms to promote artwork and engage with clients and followers.
  • Works well with galleries and art leagues in the tri-state area to present personal artwork and work of other artists.




Creative Director

Jessica Howard, Division of G-iii
09.1986 - 11.2022
  • Responsible for all research and development for well recognized national brand clothing collection from inception to finished product delivering at peak $100 Million in annual sales.
  • Created all designs, fabrications, colors and concepts to deliver fashion right monthly deliveries.
  • Traveled to Mainland China, Vietnam and Hong Kong to develop overseas programs.
  • Oversaw design staff of 20 people and consistently interfaced with store buyers from department stores including Macy's, Dillard's and Nordstrom.

Head Designer

Parade Dress Company
09.1976 - 09.1986
  • Developed design deliverables that elevated the customer base for each season.
  • Responsible for all designs, color, merchandising concepts and selection of fabrications.
  • Interfaced with all buyers from major department stores.
  • Made several trips to Hong Kong to develop overseas programs
  • Initially hired as Sales Manager and worked closely with key accounts.

Education

BFA - Illustration And Advertising

Syracuse University
Syracuse,New York
06.1976

Skills

  • Painting and Drawing
  • Graphic Design
  • Proficient in Social Media
  • Visual communication expertise
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Staff recruitment
  • Concept Development
  • Creative Direction

Affiliations

  • Member Long Beach Art League
  • Member Pleiades Gallery
  • Member Art Students League

Timeline

Artist and Founder

MRodbellart LLC
08.2023 - Current

Creative Director

Jessica Howard, Division of G-iii
09.1986 - 11.2022

Head Designer

Parade Dress Company
09.1976 - 09.1986

BFA - Illustration And Advertising

Syracuse University
Mitchell Rodbell