Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Emily Simpson is a versatile and accomplished CMG Designer and Trend specialist with a diverse background in the apparel, footwear, and ski industries. She leverages her keen eye for design, deep industry knowledge, and creative problem-solving abilities to drive innovation and deliver exceptional products.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a CMG Designer + Trend at HEYDUDE, Emily is responsible for conceptualizing and executing trend-forward designs for the brand's footwear collections. She collaborates cross-functionally to translate consumer insights into compelling, on-brand visual concepts that resonate with the target market. Additionally, Emily serves as a Ski Designer at Parlor Skis, where she designs custom ski graphics and collaborates with the product development team to bring unique, high-quality skis to market.
Career Progression
Emily's professional journey has been marked by steady growth and a diverse range of experiences. Prior to her current roles, she held positions as a Custom Footwear Graphic Designer at Converse, an Associate Graphic Designer at NOBULL, and a Graphic Designer at Igloo Products Corp. and Inkd Apparel. She has also demonstrated her versatility as a Teaching Assistant at Blue Door Art Gallery & Studio and an Assistant Designer at Kathryn Egnaczak Graphic Design.
Academic Background
Emily holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design from a prestigious university, where she honed her technical skills and developed a strong foundation in design principles and practices.
Areas of Expertise
- Trend forecasting and analysis
- Footwear and apparel design
- Ski graphics and product development
- Collaborative design processes
- Creative problem-solving
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Emily has made significant contributions to the brands she has served. At Converse, she played a key role in designing custom footwear graphics that resonated with the brand's target audience, driving increased customer engagement and sales. At NOBULL, she contributed to the development of eye-catching and performance-driven graphic designs that elevated the brand's visual identity. As a Ski Designer at Parlor Skis, Emily has been instrumental in crafting unique and innovative ski designs that have garnered praise from industry experts and customers alike.
Conclusion
With her versatile skill set, strong industry expertise, and proven track record of success, Emily Simpson is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in the CMG design and trend forecasting landscape. Her commitment to excellence, collaborative mindset, and passion for creating compelling, trend-forward designs make her a valuable asset to any organization in the apparel, footwear, or ski industries.
