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I am a Creative Services & Design professional with more than seven years of experience delivering cross-functional fashion, branding, and consumer goods projects from concept to production. I specialize in coordinating design, merchandising, and marketing teams, managing timelines and budgets, and maintaining brand standards across multiple SKUs and global vendor networks. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning data-driven insights into practical, scalable workflows. My experience spans fashion design, costume design for film, graphic design, and project management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget.…I am a Creative Services & Design professional with more than seven years of experience delivering cross-functional fashion, branding, and consumer goods projects from concept to production. I specialize in coordinating design, merchandising, and marketing teams, managing timelines and budgets, and maintaining brand standards across multiple SKUs and global vendor networks. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning data-driven insights into practical, scalable workflows. My experience spans fashion design, costume design for film, graphic design, and project management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget.

Cara E Indiano

Designer, Graphic Designer, Costume Designer, +2

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I am a Creative Services & Design professional with more than seven years of experience delivering cross-functional fashion, branding, and consumer goods projects from concept to production. I specialize in coordinating design, merchandising, and marketing teams, managing timelines and budgets, and maintaining brand standards across multiple SKUs and global vendor networks. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning data-driven insights into practical, scalable workflows. My experience spans fashion design, costume design for film, graphic design, and project management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget.…I am a Creative Services & Design professional with more than seven years of experience delivering cross-functional fashion, branding, and consumer goods projects from concept to production. I specialize in coordinating design, merchandising, and marketing teams, managing timelines and budgets, and maintaining brand standards across multiple SKUs and global vendor networks. I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning data-driven insights into practical, scalable workflows. My experience spans fashion design, costume design for film, graphic design, and project management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget.

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I am a Creative Services & Design professional with more than seven years of experience delivering cross-functional fashion, branding, and consumer goods projects from concept to production. I specialize in coordinating design, merchandising, and marketing teams, managing timelines and budgets, and maintaining brand standards across multiple SKUs and global vendor networks.

I thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at stakeholder communication, and enjoy turning data-driven insights into practical, scalable workflows. My experience spans fashion design, costume design for film, graphic design, and project management, with a track record of delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget.

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Associate Fashion Designer at The Territory Ahead

March 1, 2020 - December 1, 2025

Manage full lifecycle of seasonal design projects across Men’s Wovens, Knits, Sweaters, Outerwear, and Accessories—from concept development through production delivery. Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation in collaboration with senior leadership. Coordinate daily workflows across design, merchandising, technical design, and marketing to support on-time product launches. Serve as primary liaison with global vendors, reviewing samples and approving production within budget. Maintain documentation for 200+ SKUs per season, ensuring accuracy and brand standards. Apply data-driven decisions to adjust scope and resourcing while tracking risks and dependencies across multiple projects.

Freelance Graphics Designer at Motionwear

June 1, 2011 - January 1, 2020

Oversaw production of nine annual catalogs, managed creative workflows and timelines, and led graphic and marketing projects from intake through final delivery. Collaborated with creative, design, and production teams to ensure brand, quality, and technical standards. Managed digital asset systems and implemented process improvements to optimize timelines and resource use. Served as primary liaison between stakeholders and creative teams to clarify requirements and maintain alignment.

Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Cincinnati – College of DAAP, Fashion Department

August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019

Supported instruction and curriculum delivery for 75+ students across multiple courses. Coordinated schedules, grading systems, and deliverables to ensure course milestones were met. Guided students through complex research and presentation projects, reinforcing clear communication and structured workflows.

Brand Experience Design Co-op at Procter & Gamble – Pampers

May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2018

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop a sustainable product and service concept, managing scope and key milestones. Created and presented proposals and decks to leadership to secure stakeholder alignment and resource support. Conducted materials research and analysis to support future innovation initiatives and product development roadmaps.

Graduate Research Assistant at University of Cincinnati – College of DAAP, Social Innovation Hub

August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018

Managed a research project addressing healthcare accessibility for transgender students, coordinating interviews, data analysis, and reporting. Synthesized findings and presented actionable recommendations to senior university administrators. Oversaw project documentation, timelines, and deliverables in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Costume Designer at Various Film Projects

November 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

Directed all phases of the costume design process for multiple film productions, including concept development, budgeting, scheduling, and on-set delivery. Led cross-functional collaboration with directors, producers, actors, and art departments. Conducted extensive research to produce authentic designs and managed vendor relationships and wardrobe logistics.

Apparel Design Intern at Motionwear

January 1, 2013 - April 1, 2013

Coordinated cross-team projects to improve sewing efficiency and documentation. Managed photoshoots and ensured deliverables met marketing and production schedules. Developed technical packages to guide manufacturing and ensured consistent quality standards.

DAAPWorks Exhibit Project Manager at Master of Design Class DAAPWorks Exhibit

February 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Led planning and execution of the annual DAAPWorks exhibit, coordinating schedules, resources, and communication among graduate students to ensure a successful showcase.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Motionwear

June 1, 2011 - January 1, 2020

Oversaw production of nine annual catalogs, managing creative workflows, timelines, and cross-departmental collaboration. Led graphic and marketing projects from intake through final delivery, balancing competing priorities and tight deadlines. Partnered with creative, design, and production teams to ensure all deliverables met technical, brand, and quality standards. Managed digital asset systems and implemented process improvements that streamlined project timelines and optimized resource use. Served as a key point of contact between stakeholders and creative teams to clarify requirements and maintain alignment.

Graduate Research Assistant (Fashion) at University of Cincinnati – College of DAAP, Social Innovation Hub

August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2018

Film Screener at Heartland Film Festival

January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Evaluated film submissions, providing detailed feedback to assist the festival’s selection committee in curating the event program.