Senior Graphic Artist

Carolina Gomez

Forest Hills, NY

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I’m a highly creative professional who has had a passion for art since a young age.

Looking to further develop my career and obtain a position that will utilize and challenge my creative skills in design,illustration, and computer graphics.

Have been working as a full-time kids Graphic Artist for the fashion industry since 2001.

Also have freelanced for various clients:

Kohls, Blair, Nick & Eddie, Studio Mack, Palmon USA and Rewire clothing.
Education
- BFA ILLUSTRATION
  
  Fashion Institute of Technology
  
  1997 - 2001
  
  AAS General Illustration- 5/99 Magna Cum Laude received award for outstanding achievement. BFA General Illustration- 5/01 Magna Cum Laude received department honor award for outstanding merit.
Experience
- Senior Graphic Artist
  
  Sears Holdings
  
  Mar 2006 - Present (18 years 8 months)
  
  - Work on Infant/Toddler Boy graphics,prints and yarndyes for Sears/Kmart main store brand (Wonderkids, Toughskins, Joe Boxer Sleepwear, Outerwear, Swimwear, Baby Route 66, Baby SK2).
  - Occasionaly work on girls prints and graphics.
  - Work closely with designers to create and implement design concepts consistent with private brand strategies.
  - Partner with graphic manager to stay current on new and developing art and trends to create art concepts.
- Graphic Artist
  
  Little Me
  
  Nov 2004 - Mar 2006 (1 year 4 months)
  
  - Worked on Newborn,Infant,and Toddler Boy playwear line.
  - Partnered with designer in research and development of seasonal trends and concepts.
  - Assisted on boy and girl sleep wear product.
- Graphic Artist
  
  Target
  
  Jan 2003 - Sep 2004 (1 year 8 months)
  
  - Worked on Infant/Toddler/Juvi Boy graphics for Targets main store labels-Circo/Cherokee.
  - Have occasionally assisted on girls graphics.
  - Participate and partner with designers in research and development of seasonal trends, themes, concepts and color.
- Graphic Artist/Designer
  
  Art Zulu
  
  Mar 2002 - Dec 2002 (9 months)
  
  - Created flat sketches, graphics and textile prints.
  - Oversaw production for an image branding company.
  - Designed and created presentation boards, catalogs and media kits.
- Design Artist
  
  Promises Fulfilled
  
  Jun 1999 - Jun 2000 (1 year)
  
  -Created and painted designs for a children’s furniture / toy store. Painted and personalized design with precise detail on toy chests, rocking chairs, table tops, play pens, etc.
  -Very fast paced environment required creative design concepts as well as excellent attention to detail.
Skills
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@carolinagomez, member since 2010
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Carolina Gomez

Director and Associate/Full Professor, Myron E. Ullman Jr. School of Design, College of DAAP

Director, Industrial Design