Jessica Andersen

-Product development from ideation to production approval for PetRageous Designs & multiple external accounts
-Design packaging for PetRageous Designs & private labels
-Daily communication with overseas factories in China & India
-Prepare presentations for internal and external use
-Designed schematic and tech pack templates for streamlined communication to overseas factories
-Established and structured design department shared drive
-Travel to China for development, sourcing and factory inspection

-Attend ICFF, Global Pet Expo, SuperZoo and CIPS
-Products include bowls and mugs, feeders, apparel, toys and various accessories

-Collaborated with both sales and design team to create a variety of entertainment home goods
-Developed concepts in metal, ceramics and wood with focus on kitchen, organization and various decor
-Created schematics and communicated with factories to schedule product sampling
-Assisted with inventory and quality control of product upon arrival
-Photographed product, prepared images for web use, and designed various product packaging

-Created ads for small and corporate businesses for promotion within their local communities
-Prepared and proofed color separations for screen printing
-Successfully met monthly goals in a fast paced environment

-Created fixtures and completed planograms within JDA Space Planning
-Worked on a fast paced team transferring data from one program to another

-Designed sets in indoor and outdoor locations
-Selected and arranged decorative elements on set
-Constructed foam brick props for fight scene and assisted with prop management

-Completed internship, working in all steps of production, including screen printing
-Experienced in sanding and finishing techniques
-Gained knowledge of wood, including grain characteristics and defects
-Processed client orders and shipping information