Founder and Designer at Adornment Archive  2010-2017

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Product and accessories designer.

Designing new collections Utilising 2D and 3D computing skills (AutoCAD / Solidworks ).

Managing production of making by external contractors

Research: Style and trend forecasting & research. Manufacturing methods, fabrication, external suppliers and contractors

Making: for prototypes using a variety of mediums.

 

Specific skills include

 

• Able to facilitate all aspects of the design process from the initial idea, making drawings, models, 3D modeling, material research and technical drawings, photography, styling.

• A strong understanding of materials

• A good understanding of a variety of production processes including, CNC machining, Vacuum forming, laser cutting and wood and metal work, including casting and lost casting.

• Ability to produce detailed technical drawings and specification packages to ensure efficiency and accuracy in product development.

• Model making and prototyping.

• Knowledge of Solidworks, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite, Auto CAD, keyshot, Word and Excel

• Effective project management – experience in development of briefs & research.

• Style and trend forecasting & research.

• Experienced in working directly with manufacturers to develop products from concept to manufacture.

• Flexibility and an ability to handle multiple projects

• Communicating with clients & manufacturers & subcontractors.

• Signing off samples and prototypes.  

• Exhibitions, involvement in preparing stands, organizing press material and liaising with industry and the public.

• Branding and integration of social media, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Mailchimp.

• Writing of newsletters, Press release material and small features for other organizations.

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