• Exploration and illustration of new art looks for memory, craft and stationery products
•Collaboration with fellow designers on themed collections, packaging and presentation completion
•Creation of mock-ups for presentations to major retailors such as JoAnn Fabrics, Michaels, Target, Wal-Mart and Hobby Lobby
• Layout, pre-press review and finalization of product and packaging for production in China
• Trend research and presentation including color palettes, pattern influences and market comparison
•Proposal and implementation of Colorbok, Inc. Studio Blog
•Lead designer on Heidi Grace Designs brand

•Responsible for the design of original art for greeting cards and other products within the fast-paced environment of the studio in collaboration with other illustrators, designers and creative directors
•Provided copywriting and hand lettering for sentiments related to greeting cards and art collections
• Concepted brand materials such as collateral inserts, brochures, tear sheets and store fixtures
• Presented art collections to prospective clients as part of the licensing team
• Provided company with pertinent and current color and style trend information as well as application of trend research to product concepts such as apparel, paper goods, home goods and seasonal merchandise
• Proposed, implemented and maintains blogs for The Studio and Kathy Davis brands

• Participated in collection building in the Rice Process Center, creating illustrations that reflected fresh, impactful approaches to color and processes such as foil, glitter, flock and emboss
• Created greeting cards in all stages: sketch, approved layout and completion
• Focused on the awareness of consumer targets and research, consequently applying this knowledge to illustrations

Branding, marketing, websites and email blasts for professional service firms.