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I’m a product developer and designer with over a decade of experience shaping decorative finishes, CMF, and product solutions for premium brands. I thrive at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, turning ideas into tangible, production-ready solutions. I lead cross-functional teams, curate CMF libraries, and onboard new factories to expand manufacturing reach. I stay ahead of trends, translate insights into seasonal offerings, and deliver robust documentation and production artwork that keeps projects on track.…I’m a product developer and designer with over a decade of experience shaping decorative finishes, CMF, and product solutions for premium brands. I thrive at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, turning ideas into tangible, production-ready solutions. I lead cross-functional teams, curate CMF libraries, and onboard new factories to expand manufacturing reach. I stay ahead of trends, translate insights into seasonal offerings, and deliver robust documentation and production artwork that keeps projects on track.

Mark Severson

Product Designer, Designer, Brand Designer, +3

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I’m a product developer and designer with over a decade of experience shaping decorative finishes, CMF, and product solutions for premium brands. I thrive at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, turning ideas into tangible, production-ready solutions. I lead cross-functional teams, curate CMF libraries, and onboard new factories to expand manufacturing reach. I stay ahead of trends, translate insights into seasonal offerings, and deliver robust documentation and production artwork that keeps projects on track.…I’m a product developer and designer with over a decade of experience shaping decorative finishes, CMF, and product solutions for premium brands. I thrive at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, turning ideas into tangible, production-ready solutions. I lead cross-functional teams, curate CMF libraries, and onboard new factories to expand manufacturing reach. I stay ahead of trends, translate insights into seasonal offerings, and deliver robust documentation and production artwork that keeps projects on track.

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I’m a product developer and designer with over a decade of experience shaping decorative finishes, CMF, and product solutions for premium brands. I thrive at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, turning ideas into tangible, production-ready solutions.

I lead cross-functional teams, curate CMF libraries, and onboard new factories to expand manufacturing reach. I stay ahead of trends, translate insights into seasonal offerings, and deliver robust documentation and production artwork that keeps projects on track.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Product Developer - Color Material Finish at TMS

April 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025

Developed innovative decorative finishes and surface treatments on premium drinkware for Starbucks and Disney. Led projects with engineering teams and factory partners troubleshooting techniques to deliver results. Oversaw onboarding of core treatments at new factories to diversify manufacturing country of origin. Ideated on seasonal offerings synthesizing emerging innovations and industry trend analysis. Engineered complex surface decorations for plastic, stainless steel, and silicone substrates. Managed extensive CMF treatment database for cross functional teams to utilize. Built specification guides, process documentation, and production artwork.

Product Designer at CURiO Brands

June 1, 2019 - March 1, 2022

Designed products across two industry leading fragrance brands - Thymes (Frasier Fir) and Capri Blue (Volcano). Guided projects from initial ideation and sourcing through final design execution and packaging. Oversaw new product development in home fragrance, bath and body, and home care categories. Managed timelines with 20+ domestic and overseas vendors with strong attention to detail. Produced trend and market research reports informing teams with strategic insights. Facilitated meetings with external partners to ensure project deliverables were met.

Associate Product Manager at Seasonal Specialties

January 1, 2018 - December 1, 2018

Lead development and execution of 100+ artificial Christmas tree and green goods SKUs sold at Target stores. Coordinated projects with engineering, design, and sourcing teams to meet technical and cost requirements. Oversaw communications with vendors managing all new development and product adjustments. Evaluated production samples ensuring specs, aesthetics, and functionality met requirements. Collaborated with Target buying teams on assortment strategy and key design initiatives.

Product Designer at Talisman Designs

January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2014

Developed kitchenware, giftables, and home decor sold in Bed Bath & Beyond, Sur La Table, and Paper Source. Analyzed market trends through competitive shopping, trade show visits, and customer research. Designed by way of illustration, graphic design, specification guides, 3D modeling, and rendering. Collaborated with sales and marketing teams alongside contract designers to execute projects. Managed all communications with overseas vendors ensuring production remained on track.