Original illustration and pattern work for personal and commissioned projects; focus on symbolic imagery, narrative-driven motifs, and surface applications; experience adapting artwork for textile, print, and product formats.

Remote Contributing Artist at Kelly Lahl Studio

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Designed original, production-ready textile print patterns for apparel, home goods, and accessory collections; collaborated with lead designers to develop cohesive pattern collections; executed seamless repeats with precise attention to color, scale, and substrate-specific constraints using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; presented trend and market research to guide pattern development.

Senior Production Assistant at Apliiq

February 1, 2023 - November 23, 2025

Built and maintained detailed digital print presets for each garment type, ensuring accuracy across substrates, colors, and brand standards. Assisted with sample tracking, production testing, and fabric compatibility evaluation, supporting on-time delivery and quality goals. Maintained organized print and color libraries to align with seasonal launches, referencing substrate performance and vendor history. Collaborated cross-functionally with design and production teams to troubleshoot material issues and ensure final output met aesthetic and technical requirements. Trained and mentored new hires on safety protocols and DTG file prep for print clarity and consistency.

DTG Production Lead at Printfly Philadelphia

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023

Led a team of ~15 production staff in a high-volume direct-to-garment (DTG) facility; managed print floor operations across multiple shifts, including job scheduling, print queue prioritization, and real-time problem solving to maintain output standards. Conducted quality control inspections and coordinated with pre-press, post-production, and customer service teams to resolve design and production issues. Served as an internal bridge between design and floor operators to communicate limitations and substrate behavior, ensuring best practices and visual consistency. Observed growing role of automation and tools in apparel production.