Polly Baumgartner

Industry expert with broad range of experience and a focused interest in technical design processes. Proficient in fine and costume techniques. A detail oriented, creative problem solver and collaborative team player who is dedicated to achieving objectives.

Designer - OK Originals

(2025-09)

• Worked on client specific designs for brands that included Hot Topic, Urban, Windsor, Zummiez, Pacsun, Kohl's and Francesca's
• Created in-house on trend samples using originally designed components
• Used Adobe programs to CAD new designs
• Designing PDQ structure and carding artwork, product placement allignment and setting die lines for factory production
• Leading comments and communication with factories on account PP samples
• Creating detailed spec sheets for all designs to send to factories for production

Owner and Designer - Modhemia LLC - Williamsburg, Brooklyn

(2017-05)

• Launching a brand, building a brand voice, and designing core collection
• Fabricating sample set and modifying/prepairing for production
• Costing and sourcing materials for designs and production
• Opened a storefront space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Designer - Lulu Frost

(2018-09 - 2019-04)

• Working closely with founder & team to design new seasonal collections
• Specing out detailed CAD designs to be sent and produced in China factories
• Constructing pieces in-house using new and vintage elements
• Communicating with China on designs, updates, and quality issues
• Major role in designing and developing new fine jewelry charm collection

Junior Designer - Ballet Jewels Inc.

(2017-12 - 2018-09)

• Designing seasonal trend groups and revising designs in Adobe programs
• Creating mood boards seasonally, using new & best selling sillhouettes
• Building pieces in-house with sample makers as needed
• Using teamwork to fill a showroom with seasonal designs in all categories

Jewelry Production Manager - In God We Trust

(2015-08 - 2017-04)

• Coordinating with designer to determine efficient production processes
• Monitoring inventory and prioritizing products to be produced
• Assisting with costing & budgeting for new designs and custom projects
• Delegating tasks and managing a team of jewelers
• Fabricating, repairing, and resizing jewelry styles according to standards
• Personally assisting customers with accurate, relevant product knowledge

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Jewelry and Objects - Savannah College of Art and Design (2012)