Karen Lin

• Designed and developed footwear for the Hello Kitty®, Garanimals® and Lisa Frank® licenses.
• Created footwear patterns, original graphics and textile prints supporting brand identity.
• Translated and incorporated key seasonal trends in apparel and accessories into footwear styling.
• Worked closely with department team to discuss new product styling and feasibility.
• Produced detailed technical packages and illustrations.
• Corresponded/consulted with overseas agents to facilitate the sourcing process and to ensure desired look of samples.

• Designed flip flops for Kohl’s Girls SO® brand initiative.

• Developed seasonal footwear across genders from concept to final product.
• Designed women's sandals and slippers for Jessica McClintock and XOXO® Brands.
• Increased sales opportunities through the development of JCPenney’s Mixit® and Sears’
Trader Bay® brand sandal programs.
• Created tread designs for outsoles and embossed patterns for uppers and pile fabrics.
• Designed original graphics for screen prints.
• Created embroideries, bead and rhinestone embellishments.
• Collaborated with CAD department to create customized catalogues and trend boards for sales presentations.
• Communicated daily with multiple manufacturers to address sourcing and technical issues.

• Managed creative development of Barbie™ footwear seasonal lines.
• Designed children’s footwear and legwear for licensed brands such as Nickelodeon™, Mudd® and Disney®.
• Created placed graphics, print repeats, embroideries, patches, packaging and retail displays.
• Traveled domestically and overseas to research latest trends.
• Partnered with merchandising and sales teams to develop product for various customers.
• Created detailed product specs to be sent overseas for development.