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I love what I do! I am an experienced professional with a strong background in creative direction and design encompassing textiles, products, print, and digital media, as well as product management and photography. Over the course of two decades, I have cultivated a wealth of expertise within the field of Design, making me a valuable contributor with a profound depth of knowledge to offer. I enjoy working with a team or heading up a team. Proficiency in multitasking is one of my core strengths. In fast-paced settings, adaptability is essential, as one must seamlessly transition between tasks when necessary. My professional demeanor is characterized by both flexibility and meticulous organization.…I love what I do! I am an experienced professional with a strong background in creative direction and design encompassing textiles, products, print, and digital media, as well as product management and photography. Over the course of two decades, I have cultivated a wealth of expertise within the field of Design, making me a valuable contributor with a profound depth of knowledge to offer. I enjoy working with a team or heading up a team. Proficiency in multitasking is one of my core strengths. In fast-paced settings, adaptability is essential, as one must seamlessly transition between tasks when necessary. My professional demeanor is characterized by both flexibility and meticulous organization.

Nikki Klein

Designer, Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, +3

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I love what I do! I am an experienced professional with a strong background in creative direction and design encompassing textiles, products, print, and digital media, as well as product management and photography. Over the course of two decades, I have cultivated a wealth of expertise within the field of Design, making me a valuable contributor with a profound depth of knowledge to offer. I enjoy working with a team or heading up a team. Proficiency in multitasking is one of my core strengths. In fast-paced settings, adaptability is essential, as one must seamlessly transition between tasks when necessary. My professional demeanor is characterized by both flexibility and meticulous organization.…I love what I do! I am an experienced professional with a strong background in creative direction and design encompassing textiles, products, print, and digital media, as well as product management and photography. Over the course of two decades, I have cultivated a wealth of expertise within the field of Design, making me a valuable contributor with a profound depth of knowledge to offer. I enjoy working with a team or heading up a team. Proficiency in multitasking is one of my core strengths. In fast-paced settings, adaptability is essential, as one must seamlessly transition between tasks when necessary. My professional demeanor is characterized by both flexibility and meticulous organization.

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I love what I do! I am an experienced professional with a strong background in creative direction and design encompassing textiles, products, print, and digital media, as well as product management and photography.

Over the course of two decades, I have cultivated a wealth of expertise within the field of Design, making me a valuable contributor with a profound depth of knowledge to offer. I enjoy working with a team or heading up a team. Proficiency in multitasking is one of my core strengths. In fast-paced settings, adaptability is essential, as one must seamlessly transition between tasks when necessary. My professional demeanor is characterized by both flexibility and meticulous organization.

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Surface Pattern Design

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Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer / Product Designer at Westfield Outdoors

October 15, 2015 - Present

Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging design, pattern development, and product photography to standardize workflows and improve efficiency. Trained international teams on design software, print production processes, and packaging development, ensuring global consistency and quality standards. Recognized with the 2020 Innovation Award for creative leadership and new product development. Designed beach chair products and textile patterns that enabled the launch of Westfield Outdoors' first beach product line, securing retail placement with Walmart and Sam’s Club.

Senior Product/Graphic Designer at Westfield Outdoors

October 15, 2015 - Present

Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for packaging design, pattern development, and product photography to standardize workflows and improve efficiency; trained international teams on design software, print production processes, and packaging development; conducted overseas supplier and factory audits for textiles, print materials, and fabrics to ensure quality control and vendor compliance; recognized with the 2020 Innovation Award for creative leadership and new product development; designed beach chair products and textile patterns that enabled the launch of Westfield Outdoors’ first beach product line (2024), securing retail placement with Walmart and Sam’s Club.

Senior Product/Graphic Designer at Bakery Crafts

October 1, 2013 - November 25, 2015

Managed retail product placement for seasonal baking accessories, securing floorstand placement in Kroger (Halloween and Christmas 2014); executed inline merchandising strategy for Walmart, supporting Valentine’s Day and Easter product launches.

Sr. Graphics Manager at Galerie

August 1, 2007 - October 1, 2013

Delivered client-facing design support for Walmart, creating seasonal candy aisle graphics across six product cycles, ensuring brand consistency and retail compliance. Developed and implemented a paperless graphic design approval workflow, improving process efficiency and cross-functional collaboration. Led implementation of packaging design software and trained team members, increasing production efficiency and standardizing design processes.

Senior Graphics Manager at Galerie

August 1, 2007 - October 1, 2013

Delivered client-facing design support for Walmart, created seasonal candy aisle graphics across six product cycles, ensured brand consistency and retail compliance; developed and implemented a paperless graphic design approval workflow; led implementation of packaging design software and trained team members, increasing production efficiency and standardizing design processes.

Product Line Coordinator at Totes Isotoner

June 1, 1999 - July 1, 2007

Executed integrated marketing campaigns, coordinated product placement and brand exposure on national television programs; designed and implemented retail merchandising displays for Walmart, Target, and Kmart, driving mass market growth and developing long-term in-store display solutions.