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Hi, I’m Lee Dawn, an illustrator and product designer with 7+ years of professional experience creating original, trend-driven pattern collections for residential, commercial, and consumer products. I’m passionate about crafting cohesive pattern systems and delivering production-ready files with strong technical accuracy.
I enjoy translating trend insights into brand-aligned artwork for major retailers and collaborating across teams to bring concepts from concept through approval and production.
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Language
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Work Experience
Product Designer (Contract) at Whatever Company
February 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025Led original design development for product graphics and surface patterns, translating trend insights into brand-aligned, commercially viable artwork for major retailers such as Hot Topic, Spencer's, Home Goods. Built cohesive pattern systems for product lines, including hero prints and coordinating/supporting designs for versatile application. Owned projects end-to-end from concept through approval and production application; managed revisions, deliverables, and timelines across overlapping priorities.
Production Manager at Minuteman Press
August 1, 2025 - PresentOwned production workflows across multiple concurrent jobs. Maintained high standards of technical accuracy and quality control (file checks, output readiness, color consistency) to reduce rework and prevent downstream errors. Improved workflow reliability through stronger file organization standards, version control practices, and process documentation.
Pattern Designer (Contract) at Astek
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024Designed original surface patterns for wallpaper across multiple categories and scales, supporting both residential and commercial applications. Executed advanced repeats and coordinated colorways; maintained technical accuracy for production environments and substrate constraints.
Lead Pre-Press Technician at API Marketing
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020Led prepress operations: file preparation, proofs, troubleshooting, and quality control to ensure production-ready output under tight timelines. Strengthened workflow discipline via improved file organization, version control, and documentation—raising reliability and reducing preventable errors.
Product Designer at Whatever Company
February 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025Led original design development for product graphics and surface patterns, translating trend insights into brand-aligned, commercially viable artwork for major retailers such as Hot Topic, Spencer's, Home Goods. Built cohesive pattern systems for product lines, including hero prints and coordinating designs for versatile application. Owned projects end-to-end from concept through approval and production application; managed revisions, deliverables, and timelines across overlapping priorities.
Product Designer (Contract) at Wildflower Cases
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Developed production-ready pattern and graphic artwork for consumer products; ensured strong on-product readability, scale control, and consistent color use. Adapted artwork across product formats/substrates while maintaining design integrity and technical repeat accuracy. Contributed in collaborative reviews; incorporated feedback efficiently while protecting core design direction and deadlines.
Education
BFA Illustration, Design Minor at ArtCenter College of Design
January 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024BFA Illustration at ArtCenter College of Design
January 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024Qualifications
Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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