Topher MacDonald

New York, NY, USA

Work Experience

Strand Book Store

Illustrator

· Create unique graphics for use on brand merchandise including tote bags, apparel, promotional products, etc.
· Design on-brand materials for print, web and store display.
· Assist Design Manager with brand cohesion throughout all projects.
· Communicate with Retail Managers to complete design tasks quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
August 2013 - Present New York, New York, United States

Hugo & Marie

Design Intern

· Work with Creative Director on various design and illustration projects including book covers, apparel graphics, advertisements, type treatments, and logo development.
· Assist in web development production and collateral design for various luxury fashion brands and companies.
· Work with outside printers and developers to complete projects in an effective and timely manner.
· Clients include: Stella McCartney, The Fader Magazine, L'Oreal, FastCompany, Squarespace, Jen Kao, ESP Institute, Bloomingdales, etc.
October 2011 - June 2011 Brooklyn, New York, United States

Brew City Brand Apparel

Senior Designer

· Create innovative apparel designs and presentations
for a wide range of clients including:
Urban Outfitters, Old Navy, Spencer Gifts, Walt Disney World
Harley-Davidson, Experimental Aircraft Association, MillerCoors
· Communicate with sales department and clients to manage
and complete projects under tight deadlines.
August 2009 - August 2011 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Heavy Rotation

Intern

· Design and produce "give back" T-shirt line.
· Assist Art Department with design, color separation, output of files, preparation of screens and printing of product under tight deadlines.
June 2008 - August 2008 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Education

Milwaukee Institute Of Art And Design

Illustration, Integrated studio Arts

August 2004 - May 2008 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Skills

InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop,