DONNA KWON
San Pedro
Summary
Creative Textile/Graphic designer with experience designing and executing original surface patterns in multiple colorways for printing on fabrics and apparels. Skilled and efficient at using CAD software to create and refine designs, meeting client specifications. Skilled textile designer with eye for color and designs. Excellent reputation for design skills and improving customer satisfaction. Self-motivated to produce trendy and in-demand products every season.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
HER BOTTARI
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with the design team on seasonal trend research while independently conceptualizing and developing original design ideas from inception to execution.
- Developed original textile prints and created specific engineered placement graphics tailored to individual garment patterns and silhouettes.
- Conducted seasonal color research to develop extensive colorways and executed technical color separations for graphic production.
- Performed photo retouching and color correction on model photography to ensure high-quality visual presentation for the collection.
- Actively participated in design meetings to discuss seasonal trends and concepts, ensuring creative alignment with the team through effective communication.
Textile Designer
Neman Brothers & Associates
01.2017 - 03.2023
- Worked independently and in team environment to design new print patterns and colorways.
- Attend customer meeting to create custom design/colors and demonstrated excellent design skills.
- Research upcoming trends to design new patterns based on popularity and demand.
- Decided buying artwork and developed various version of designs/colors.
- Created design portfolio and trend board.
Textile Designer
UNICOLORS, INC
07.2014 - 01.2017
- Developed textile designs and colorways that support company's mass fabric product design strategy.
- Created and repaired custom designs and demonstrated excellent design communication skills.
- Research upcoming trends and developed new designs based on popularity and demand.
- Attend meeting and review designs with design manager.
- Prepared for seasonal design portfolios and print trend boards.
- Assist Mimaki and matching colors on fabrics.
- Manage and training new designer assistances.
Textile Designer
GOLD ORCHID
01.2012 - 03.2012
- Worked independently and in team environment to created new print designs for women's apparel.
- Developed print designs using photoshop, illustrator.
- Generated print patterns and fixed patterns as instructed by design manager.
- Maintained organized and routinely back up digital files.
- Handling plotter system and packed design for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fiber, Textile, Weaving Arts
Dongduk Women's University
SEOUL IN SOUTH KOREA02-2012
Skills
- Strong collaborative communicator with a proven ability to align creative visions within a team environment
- Strong creative design and drawing skills
- Strong knowledge in textile designs
- Adobe creative Suites and Ned Graphics, Easy coloring
- Compliance with deadlines
Languages
English
Limited Working
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Graphic Designer
HER BOTTARI
03.2023 - Current
Textile Designer
Neman Brothers & Associates
01.2017 - 03.2023
Textile Designer
UNICOLORS, INC
07.2014 - 01.2017
Textile Designer
GOLD ORCHID
01.2012 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Fiber, Textile, Weaving Arts
Dongduk Women's University