Brian Wallace

Freelance and Contract Designer for Multiple Companies- Coraopolis, PA – 06/2020 - Present
Joketown – Provided research, sketches, Rhino/Keyshot 3-D renderings, & AI production files for a new product
Zelus Group, LLC – Provided research, sketches, Rhino/Keyshot 3-D renderings, & production files for a new product
WERX Design – Provided research, sketches, and AI drawings for a new apparel line
All-Star Sports – Provided research, sketches, Rhino/Keyshot 3-D renderings
Diamondback Tools – Created Tech Packs for manufacturing: specific information on placement, measurements, construction details, and fabrics, Created BOMs (bill of materials) to be used for manufacturing, Created cut file

• Managed two outdoor private label Brands and accessories
-- Product categories Men’s & Women’s- Denim, Knits, Woven’s, 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 ideating new product concepts for the upcoming season
• Key coordinator for all Trend Presentation room setups
• Attended all fittings- actively participate in providing comments and updating 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 VP of Design

Accomplishments:
• Assisted in the development of new Outdoor Brand 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

• 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 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

• Provided designs and sketches for two different models of Snow Ski gloves.
• Glove models are for ski patrollers, skiers, or anyone wanting to protect their hands from outside elements.
• Active participant in the design of gloves from initial concept through the final stages.

• 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, logo designs, and color assortments.
• Traveled to tradeshows and domestic market for trend research

• 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 new Dow Corning Design Center.
• Managed a group of college interns while working closely with marketing and engineering teams.

• Mentored a senior at University of Northumbria (London, England) in the design of a cordless men’s hairdryer with a carry case, providing feedback and professional guidance.

• Researched design concepts and designed consumer-based products.
• Designed bathroom scales, hair dryers, 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.