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Hi, I’m Karen Lowe—a Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a passion for visual storytelling. I combine traditional and digital methods to create purposeful and meaningful designs, graphics and artworks.…

Karen Lowe

Textile Designer, Illustrator, Graphic Designer, +1

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Hi, I’m Karen Lowe—a Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a passion for visual storytelling. I combine traditional and digital methods to create purposeful and meaningful designs, graphics and artworks.…

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Karen Lowe—a Senior Graphic Designer and Illustrator with a passion for visual storytelling. I combine traditional and digital methods to create purposeful and meaningful designs, graphics and artworks.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Illustration

Experience Level

Adobe Illustrator

Expert

Illustration

Expert

Work Experience

CAD Designer at White House Black Market

November 3, 2022 - July 31, 2025

Designed and developed exclusive, trend-driven prints and patterns for women’s fashion collections, aligning with the brand’s sophisticated and modern aesthetic. Conducted market research and competitor analysis to forecast seasonal trends, colors, and patterns, driving innovation and originality in all designs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including merchandising, product development, and technical design, to ensure seamless integration of patterns into garments.

Senior CAD Designer at Global Brands Group

July 1, 2014 - November 1, 2022

Spearheaded the design of custom prints that resulted in a 20% increase in sales for key seasonal collections. Utilized Adobe Creative Suite, NedGraphics, and hand-drawing techniques to create print layouts, repeats, and colorways with technical precision. Partnered with global suppliers to oversee the production process, ensuring the accurate translation of designs from concept to final product.

CAD Manager / Senior CAD Designer at Susan Lawrence Clothing Company

September 29, 2009 - June 29, 2014

Directed a small team of CAD designers to navigate a new direction following changes in company structure and product aesthetic. Created and maintained a comprehensive digital and physical print archive to streamline design references and updates for future collections. Played a pivotal role in brand storytelling through the creation of signature prints that strengthened customer loyalty and enhanced brand identity.