Krystal K
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About
Hi, I'm Krystal!
I'm an experienced Fashion Designer turned Visual Designer with a multidisciplinary background. My skillset in both Fashion and Visual Design means I’m an all round unique blend. I received my BA in Fine Art from Otis College of Art and Design and recently a Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Design with UI/UX focus from Santa Monica College. It has always been my passion to create aesthetically appealing and meaningful designs. I'm a firm believer in the capacity of art and technology to do good in the world.
I've worked for over 10 years in Fashion Design and have designed for and collaborated with a variety of clients. I specialize in brand identity, packaging and graphic design. I have a curious mind and am always looking to push boundaries where possible. When it comes to designing, the main ingredient of my work includes a “less is more” kinda flavor, fused with a juicy combination of color. -
Education
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Certificate of Acheivement Graphic Design, UX/UI DesignSanta Monica College2019 - 2020
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Certificate Designing Ethical FuturesCopenhagen Institute of Interaction Design2019 - 2019Summer Program
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Bachelors of Fine Arts Fashion DesignOtis College of Art and Design2006 - 2010
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Experience
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Freelance Graphic DesignerKrystal Kim DesignJul 2016 - Present (5 years 3 months)• Analyzed client needs with user tests to generate visual designs for
brand building projects, including logo and website design
• Developed wide range of brand collateral, including stationery, flyers,
business cards and advertisements
• Created original graphics and branding for clothing print material -
Visual Designer | StudentSanta Monica CollegeSanta Monica, CAApr 2019 - Jun 2020 (1 year 2 months)• Implemented launch of Student Service Center InfoMate- an organized
system to connect students with departments & resources effectively
• Developed multiple UX projects through iterative design process
• Concepted and created mobile app design and prototypes through
competitive research, prototyping and user testing -
DesignerLos Angeles, CAMay 2016 - Mar 2020 (3 years 10 months)• Designed and developed denim lifestyle brand, private label collection
• Established brand identity through trim packages for partner retailers
• Coordinated with local and international suppliers to achieve required
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Freelance Associate DesignerLos Angeles, CAOct 2015 - Dec 2015 (2 months)• Design CAD line sheets and tech packs for both production and sampling
• Assist Senior Designer with upcoming season collection ideas and trends -
DesignerLos Angeles, CASep 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 1 month)• Responsible for brand strategy for young contemporary collection
• Presented proto samples through production within outerwear,
wovens, knits, and denim categories
• International travel to collaborate directly with overseas offices -
Associate DesignerLos Angeles, CADec 2012 - Sep 2014 (1 year 9 months)• Managed multiple accounts to clients expectations and standards
• Extensive overseas travel to strengthen and build business partnerships
• Frequent international markets for trend research and sourcing -
Assistant DesignerLos Angeles, CAOct 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 2 months)• Identified seasonal trends and forecasting research
• Communicated with vendors from early to final production stages
• Created tech packs to ensure consistent fit and quality standards -
Design InternLos Angeles, CAJun 2009 - Sep 2009 (3 months)• Assisted with sketching CADs, linesheets, tech packs, trim & fabric sourcing, trend/research boards
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Design InternLos Angeles, CAJun 2009 - Sep 2009 (3 months)• Trend/Research boards, garment production, marketing & press kits, trim & fabric sourcing
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Awards
Design Research Challenge Winning Team
SMC Student Service Center InfoMate 2019
Silver Thimble Award
Selected by Mentor/Designer Todd Oldham for 2009 Otis Fashion Show
Otis Scholarship Award
Awarded scholarship from 2006 - 2010
Outstanding Contribution Award
Led donations for 2010 Haiti earthquake victims -
Affiliations
AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts)
Contributing Member | 2020 - Present -
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@krystalkim4, member since 2010
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