Heather Baughman: Designer/ Owner in Seattle, CA
Heather Baughman
Designer/ Owner
Seattle | United States
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Dancing
Photography
Art
Adrenaline
People
Work experience
Rhys Atelier
Designer/ Owner | 05/2018 - Current
* Creates one-of-a-kind handbags from repurposed leather, canvas, hardware, deconstructing items, using elements out of their context, generating original ideas and concepts, working with preexisting style lines and elements within the item.
* Conceptualize, sketch, pattern and execute handbags from prototypes to final product for contemporary market.
* Studies textiles in order to maximize use of design elements, stretching key details across multiple bags for cohesive collections.
* Analyze trends for color, prints, graphics, surface texture and style to create on trend designs in alignment with brand and style.
* Patterns 3D designs, analyzing the functionality of the product, materials and their characteristics and limitations.
Iam A Freelancer
Textile Designer | 02/2019 - 12/2021
* Creates repeat pattern designs for home furnishings, wovens and knits using a variety of mediums such as pencil, ink, paint and digital rendering to create an array of dynamic designs.
* Administers products from first stage sample to final fruition by foreseeing potential issues and creating a cohesive resolution.
* Proficient in creating plaids, classic prints, graphic placement art, color separating and formulating color palettes.
* Understanding of color composition and theory with a quick, learned eye for color and materials
* Skilled in creating graphic placement art, using design parameters, and color separation for screen printing.
Aether Apparel
Technical Designer/ Brand Ambassador | 05/2017 - 11/2020
* Research and deliver color, design, market, and lifestyle trends that influence and impact the product
* Learned fundamental skills to interpret the direction of the market in color, prints, textiles, and silhouettes
* Drive overall product quality to higher levels through research, design, and color execution
* Assisted in producing tech packs, ensuring product quality and fit throughout sampling process. Assisted in fittings, suggesting design corrections and alterations, followed up with the design and implementation of technical design corrections.
* Learned how to design for the brand’s identity, designing with a concept theme that is consistent with market trends and demands, without compromising the technical functionality, delivering premium performance in the product.
* Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create a merchandisable line from concept to commercialization
* Successfully transitioned between multiple projects, shifting between sales, retail merchandising, product development and events while managing deadlines.
Xtian Collection
Assistant Designer | 10/2016 - 05/2017
* Assisted designer on dress designs and lavish beading design placement, translated verbal concepts and drapes into sketches.
* Managed the design team’s tasks, time management, and responsibilities to ensure deadlines are met.
* Designed textile prints and applique arrangements in Photoshop and technical drawings and specs in Illustrator for manufacturers.
Heather Baughman Styling
Fashion Stylist | 08/2008 - 02/2011
* Guided clients in selecting a new style that accentuates their assets, while complimenting their profession.
* Successfully worked within each client’s budget, executing the desired look with customized services, providing style advice.