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Chrissy Creative is a product and packaging design studio specializing in consumer packaged goods.
We help brands take products from concept to shelf, developing fully realized product lines that include branding, packaging systems, product design, and print production.
We partner with startups and global brands alike, including L’Oréal, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Johnson & Johnson, and Sazerac. From cosmetics and personal care to home and pet products, we create thoughtful design that elevates brands and helps products stand out in the competitive CPG marketplace.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Owner at Chrissy Creative Studio
February 1, 2018 - PresentSupport clients through branding and packaging design; art direction, digital media design, and in-store merchandising vehicle construction and design; production-ready boxing, label, and direct print files; coordinate with factories domestically and overseas; organize and direct product photography; maintain long-term client relationships as they grow their product lines.
Senior Designer at L’Oréal
April 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018Print and merchandising design for Maybelline Cosmetics; production files prepared for Walmart, Target, CVS; renderings of store banners and counter top mock-up displays; biweekly presentations at marketing meetings.
Cosmetic Design Director at Just One LLC
April 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018Launched 62 SKUs of CAI cosmetic line; led packaging design files, art direction, photo shoots, and 2-D/3-D comps; led branding and logo creation; silk-screen printing and color work; coordinated shipping and retail distribution; produced first 100 displays.
Packaging Design Manager at Homewear Linens
June 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017Designed and implemented packaging artwork for home accessories; hang-tags, gift bags, belly-bands; tracked samples and communicated with overseas factories; collaborated with Sales and Art Director on design direction.
Design Director / Packaging at Beatrice Home Fashions
February 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016Developed seasonal trends for bedding, bath, window and tabletop. Designed packaging as well as visual end-caps and floor displays; staged showroom for markets; managed a small design team; contributed to 20% growth of the Pooch Pen line; presented to retailers biweekly resulting in more orders and SKUs.
Design Manager at e.l.f. Cosmetics
August 1, 2010 - February 1, 2015Oversaw art department producing packaging dielines, graphics, and mechanical specs for USA, Canada and Europe; collaborated with Creative Director, Sales, and Production; managed multi-season product roll-outs; holiday sales grew ~20% YoY.
Product Developer at Townley
August 1, 2008 - July 1, 2010Designed original cosmetic components and packaging for kids and tween retailers; built handmade samples for sales; liaised with licensors (Disney, Sanrio, Nickelodeon); traveled to client sites in US, Canada, and Hong Kong.
Gift & Stationery Designer at Tri-Coastal Design
November 1, 2007 - May 1, 2008Produced gift lines; designed artwork, color-corrected patterns, and packaged collateral for overseas production; presented mocked-up items to department heads.
Lead Animator at Animation Collective / Kappa Mikey
June 1, 2005 - August 1, 2007Led animation projects; directed animation pipeline and collaborated with artists on TV/film assignments.
Animation Director at B Train Films LLC
April 1, 2004 - April 1, 2005Directed animation sequences for Generation Jets on CBS Sunday Morning; oversaw storyboarding and editorial planning.
Assistant Animator at Nickelodeon – Blue's Clues
September 1, 2003 - March 1, 2004Supported animation team; contributed to sequences for Nickelodeon programs.
Education
BFA at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003Qualifications
Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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