Fishing

Lifestyle

Outdoor

PORTFOLIO WEBSITE
http://www.coroflot.com/brianwallace136

Creative and detail-oriented Apparel Designer and Product Designer I have a very diverse background. I am adept at working on various product categories, inclusive of knits, wovens, and outerwear to personal use products.  Passionate about my craft, I am accustomed to performing well in fast-paced and deadline-driven business environments.  With strong attention to detail and a desire to continue learning and growing, I am actively seeking to join a team where my skill set can attribute to the financial success of the organization by helping to build a great product. 

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator CS, PowerPoint, Rendering, 3-D Modeling, Microsoft Office, Pro Engineer, Rhino, Alias, Hypershot, Keyshot, PTC, FlexPLM

•	Managed two outdoor private label Brands and accessories
        --	Product categories Men’s & Women’s- Denim, Knits, Wovens, and Outerwear
        --	Accessories inclusive of headwear, gloves, socks, and backpacks
•	Managed a season of team sports using the Adidas license 
        --	Designed apparel for both Men's and Boy's baseball
        --	Designed apparel for Women's and Girl's softball
•	Supported lead Designer in the development of color palettes, silhouettes, fabric development, and print/pattern direction
•	Managed the BOM and tech pack sketch creation: as well as update throughout the season as needed
•	Managed the organization of all trend, trim, and fabric folders
•	Managed all trim development communication-initial development request to final approval
•	Partnered with Product Manager and Lead Designer in the ideation of new product concepts for the upcoming seasons
•	Key coordinator for all Trend Presentation room setups
•	Attended all fittings- actively participate in providing comments and updated tech packs
•	Strong communication skills: clear and concise-both written and spoken
•	Traveled to tradeshows and domestic market for trend research
•	Designed a portion of the assortment and present product concepts to the VP of Design

Accomplishments:
•	Assisted in the development of a new Outdoor Brands that grew by 258% in 1 year
•	Led concept, vision, and designed all garments for new Fishing Brand to launch in Spring 2021
•	Was a key member of the team who established the process for onboarding Designer 
•	Won internal recognition award for being a great team player and exceeding expectations


Apparel Designer

•	Designed an array of different clothing items including performance hoodies, loungewear pants/tops, yoga pants, headgear (beanies, caps, balaclava, facemasks, gaiters, headbands), cold weather gloves, t-shirts, and polo shirts
•	Designed several types of package and tag designs
•	Created Tech Packs for manufacturing: specific information on placement, measurements, construction details, fabrics, and the overall design of the garments
•	Created client presentations
•	Clients included Kohl's, Wal-Mart, Snap-On, Everlast, Dick's, Cabela's, Academy, Reebok, and Kryptek

Accomplishments:
•	Worked on multiple projects and maintained all deadlines
•	Stayed within budget on all projects


Freelance Designer

•	Designed Gloves for the Outdoor & Action Sports market  
•	Created all initial concepts, designs, and tech packs 


Product Designer

•	Managed designs and development of new apparel lines from initial concept through sales samples to production confirmation
•	Designed and developed multiple apparel lines that were introduced into the marketplace
•	Worked with suppliers and vendors to learn about materials and usage while maintaining knowledge of the current competition
•	Created designs, sketches, material specifications, measurement templates, construction sketches, tech packs, and logo designs
•	Traveled to tradeshows and domestic market for trend research

Accomplishments:
•	Effectively developed several apparel lines that were introduced in the marketplace
•	Worked with fabric suppliers/vendors to learn about materials and their usage
•	Maintained knowledge of current competitors' products
•	Provided presentation materials and storyboards to present new collections
•	Created designs, sketches, material specifications, measurement templates, construction detail/construction sketches, logo/label design trim detail, and color assortments


Designer/Developer

•	Managed concurrent internal and external design projects for a silicone-based technology company
•	Successfully implemented key projects that resulted in building customer awareness of silicone uses
•	Designed and created architectural floor plans, interior design plans, and product display cases for the new Dow Corning Design Center
•	Managed a group of college interns while working closely with marketing and engineering teams

Accomplishments:
•	Successfully implemented key projects that resulted in building customer awareness of silicone uses
•	Created architectural floor plans, developed interior design plans, and designed product display cases for the new Dow Corning Design Center
•	Consistently remained ahead of schedule


•	Researched design concepts and designed consumer-based products
•	Designed bathroom scales, hairdryers, flat irons that were introduced into the marketplace
•	Delivered concepts, updates, and product model presentations to management
•	Prepared concept sketches, 3D computer models, and model prototypes

Accomplishments:
•	Developed several products introduced in the marketplace


Find out detailed information about Brian Wallace,  in Coraopolis, PA

Brian Wallace: in Coraopolis, PA

Brian Wallace

Dick's Sporting Goods

Lucky Zone Design Group, LLC

Truck Gloves

Rocky Brands

Dow Corning

Conair Corporation

College for Creative Studies

Monroe Community College