Haley Cole: Illustrator and Surface Designer in San Juan Capistrano, CT

Create illustrations, designs and surface patterns to be used across various mediums including apparel and accessories. Create tech pacs for manufacturers to know exact specs Create storyboard to ensure collection and/or designs are cohesive with brand guidelines and vision Create hand-drawn typography to be utilized across various mediums including print, apparel, and packaging Conduct market research to ensure client designs are on trend and in alignment with target demographic

Communicate with vendors throughout the development and production process to ensure packaging is executed correctly and aligns with branding standards ? Create SKUs to keep track of inventory ? Create purchase orders to ensure packaging is printed and shipped to the warehouse by the deadline provided ? Source new vendors to find the top talent to create our products ? Collaborate with various departments (marketing, product development, design, etc.) to ensure everyone is on the same page and effectively working towards company goals ? Create meaning card orders for vendors and negotiate price if necessary to ensure the department stays within budget ? Design packaging for upcoming and current products including the Alex and Ani brand and company partners (Disney, Harry Potter, Warner Brothers, etc.) ? Implemented new data system to track POs and SKUs ? Create packaging guide for warehouse to ensure products get packaged correctly

? Managed $2.2 million budget by recording purchases to ensure department was under budget during the fiscal year ? Managed over 70 projects at a time on the UCONN Storrs campus by conducting meetings with vendors and stakeholders, gathering quotes, negotiating contracts with vendors, and ensuring all aspects of the project were up to code and the University's standards ? Provided designs for various renovations by selecting color scheme, furniture, lighting, flooring, and materials to ensure the space looked professional and appealing ? Met with vendors and stakeholders to ensure final product met their needs, wants, and applicable codes.