MINDY NIRENBERG

East Meadow, NY *****

Cell Phone: 917-***-****

Email: adtbmz@r.postjobfree.com

Portfolio Website: http://mindystoys.com/

OBJECTIVE: Seeking a position where creativity, innovation & design are required. Working with a skilled team where I can offer my expertise, grow & learn from my peers.

EDUCATION:

1995-1999 Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY

• B.F.A., Toy Design, Cum Laude, May 1999.

• A.A.S., Fine Arts, Cum Laude, May 1997.

SKILLS: Fast, efficient & focused worker when creating.

Proficient in the following programs:

• Illustrator

• Photoshop

• Excel

• Powerpoint

EXPERIENCE:

November 1, 2021- present • H.E.R Accessories, New York, NY

• Design Hair, Jewelry and small toy accessories

• Work on products from concept to production including packaging and displays

• Work on adult and kids’ hair and jewelry accessories

• Work directly with licensing and overseas

October 2020 – October 2021• Concept One! New York, NY

Designer

• Design Kid/Adult products – Luggage, Bags, Wallets, Hats, Cold Weather, Accessories

• Work on products from concept to production

• Packaging and displays created when needed

• Work directly with licensing and overseas

2017 – 2020 • Bioworld Merchandising New York, NY

Senior Designer for girl’s team - Kids Division

• Design Licensed bags and Accessories

• Working with every license in the industry

• Designing and conceptualizing using my Toy knowledge to think outside the box and create unique and innovative products.

•Communicates directly with overseas and licensors.

•2016 - 2017 • FAB, New York, NY

Creative Director

• Lead design for licensed and non licensed room decor.

• Lead design for girls licensed backpacks and handbags.

• Lead design for licensed and non licensed cold weather.

• Head liaison for multiple licenses.

• Manage senior designers to conceptualize designs and execute

development.

• Traveled overseas for trade shows, trend shopping and License hosted trips to inspire trend and innovation.

•2014 - 2016 • Global Design Concepts, New York, NY

Senior Designer

• Design and manage all work for Shopkins product as well as other brands when needed. Ie. Disney, Nickelodeon, generic…

• Working closely with overseas to maintain accuracy and quality control.

• Ability to work in very fast paced creative environment.

• Works very well with others - a team player!

2004-2014 • Cudlie Accessories/What’s Next

Head Designer/Creative Director

• Design and manage all work for Disney product for the UK as well as some US product.

• Working closely with overseas to maintain accuracy and quality control.

• Working directly with the buyers from the UK Disney offices to create multiple lines/various character art – all seasons.

• Stationery, Accessories, sun wear, rainwear & warm wear product developed from concept to production.

• Design infant layette, diaper bags, gift sets and many other items including packaging and displays.

• Ability to work in very fast paced creative environment.

• Works very well with others - a team player!

• Manage freelance designers when needed.

2002-2004 • Fantas-Eyes, Inc., New York, NY

Creative Director

• In charge of all creative design for the company.

• Create concepts for product, packaging & displays.

• Primary liaison with multiple licensors - responsible for all design from concept to product development as well as handle all approvals.

• Manage & work closely with designers & production team.

• Ability to design for various product categories (toys, accessories: jewelry, hair, belts, sunglasses & bags)

1999-2002 • Pyramid Accessories, New York, NY

Design Manager-Stationery Department

• Designed complete product lines.

• Worked with the marketing director & planner to develop and place innovative product.

• Worked closely with several major licensors.

• Helped in the creation and growth of a new division.

• Managed freelance designers.

June 1999-October1999 • RoseArt Industries, Livingston, NJ

Product Manager

• Worked on expanding & improving existing product lines.

• Designed concepts for possible licensor developments.

June 1, 1998- August 28, 1998 • Tyco Preschool New York, NY

Summer Intern-Toy Designer

• Helped in creating fun & exciting product for the plastic toys division.

• Worked on presentations for product lines. (i.e. Boards, mock ups)

• Brainstorming on developing new product.

• Worked on drawings & color studies.

Spring 1998 • Cardinal Spellman Head Start Program New York, NY

Teaching Assistant

• Worked with children ages 3-5

• Helped with reading & working with craft projects.

• Aided the teacher in keeping a safe environment.

References furnished upon request

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