Footwear Design Lead
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With 20 years of design experience, having 15 years centered on footwear design, I have an encompassing skill set. I am a capable, award winning design leader. I have the abililty to create the higest caliber design solutions in alignment with brand initiatives.
I am able to navigate the modern work flow using the latest technology with ease. I possess an extensive knowldge of the footwear industry and am fully seasoned in all stages of design and development. I am a highly motivated self-starter.
I strive for results and thrive in leading a team in the creative process.
Vans Head of Design - Classics & Surf, 2007 - Current
Establish & direct brand seasonal creative vision - Lead seasonal footwear design direction - Manage design team execution & strategy - Oversee design solutions for inline briefs - Create & oversee exp. projects & advanced concepts - Manage and mentor designers and interns - Manage color and material direction on new concepts - Align with product management & marketing teams
OTIS College of Art and Design Bachealor of Fine Arts Communication Design 2001-2005
