Hi, I'm Jacqueline Adams, a passionate textile designer with a BFA in Art focusing on Fabric Design from the University of Georgia. I have hands-on experience creating production-ready CADs, developing unique patterns, and collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring innovative fabric designs to life. I enjoy blending traditional techniques with modern software tools to create beautiful and functional textiles. When I'm not designing, I love exploring color trends and diving into texture research to keep my work fresh and ahead of the curve. I'm excited about continuing to grow in the textile industry and contributing my creativity and skills to exciting new projects.

Jacqueline Adams

Hi, I'm Jacqueline Adams, a passionate textile designer with a BFA in Art focusing on Fabric Design from the University of Georgia. I have hands-on experience creating production-ready CADs, developing unique patterns, and collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring innovative fabric designs to life. I enjoy blending traditional techniques with modern software tools to create beautiful and functional textiles. When I'm not designing, I love exploring color trends and diving into texture research to keep my work fresh and ahead of the curve. I'm excited about continuing to grow in the textile industry and contributing my creativity and skills to exciting new projects.

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Hi, I’m Jacqueline Adams, a passionate textile designer with a BFA in Art focusing on Fabric Design from the University of Georgia. I have hands-on experience creating production-ready CADs, developing unique patterns, and collaborating closely with teams and clients to bring innovative fabric designs to life.

I enjoy blending traditional techniques with modern software tools to create beautiful and functional textiles. When I’m not designing, I love exploring color trends and diving into texture research to keep my work fresh and ahead of the curve. I’m excited about continuing to grow in the textile industry and contributing my creativity and skills to exciting new projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Textile Designer at Balta Rugs
January 1, 2024 - Present
Develop production-ready CADs for e-commerce collections and customer requests, focusing on trend forecasting, color, patterns, and textures. Collaborate with product development and sales teams to create new collections, ensuring designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Communicate with clients and vendors to understand design needs and offer design solutions while meeting project deadlines. Analyze industry trends and consumer preferences to provide fresh and innovative design concepts aligned with market demands. Served as point person for Walmart.com and Walmart Youth Account. Contributed rug design selected for production at Ashley Furniture in stores and online. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Nedgraphics Texcelle.
Textile Design Intern at Balta Rugs
March 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Created CAD rug collections for custom and seasonal collections, adapting client direction and ensuring designs were production ready. Refined and recolored archived artwork to reflect updated trends and client requests. Supported product managers by preparing visual presentations, trend and color projections, and swatch packets for buyer meetings and trade shows. Participated in design reviews, contributing research on material trends and client preferences.
Textile Design Studio Intern at Carolyn Ray Inc.
December 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025
Assisted in hands-on dyeing and production of custom textile orders, supporting studio operations from color mixing to final fabric output. Maintained detailed records of color formulas and fabric testing to ensure color consistency and repeatability. Prepared workspaces and materials to streamline daily production flow. Performed quality checks on hand-painted textiles before shipment, ensuring design and craftsmanship met company standards. Attended client meetings to ensure design team had proper documentation for mood boards and client desires.
Senior Sales Associate/Product Flow Specialist at Urban Outfitters
January 1, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Managed inventory, warehouse organization, and maintained accurate sample tracking. Oversaw product flow operations, including shipment processing, inventory management, and stockroom organization. Provided personalized styling and product recommendations, aligning fashion forward retail with focus on trend awareness and brand storytelling. Styled floor sets and visual displays to reflect current brand trends and ensure consistency of product flow to enhance the shopping experience. Trained new associates in visual standards, POS systems, and customer engagement strategies.

Education

BFA at University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia - Lamar Dodd School of Art
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Adobe Illustrator Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Adobe Photoshop Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Adobe InDesign Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Adobe Lightroom Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 21, 2025
Cynthia Yavinsky Art Abroad Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other