Sabrina Sands

● Create turnover packets and illustrations for plush in Photoshop and Illustrator. ● Design samples, WL/LL models and pattern files for use in manufacturing. ● Document product life cycle through overlays and comments.

● Designed figures, plush, and role play items from concept through production, integrating cost considerations, design language, and strategic objectives. ● Developed comprehensive concept designs, turnover packets, deco files, sculpt direction, submissions, instruction sheets, and sample documentation. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and market research to inform design strategies. ● Communicated and collaborated with brand licensors and manufacturers, as well as with other internal departments.

● Created turnover packets and illustrations for collectible pin, plush, and figures in Photoshop and Illustrator. ● Managed product life cycles from concept through production, including strike off and FEP. ● Developed key strategies to enhance workflow and pipeline efficiency between departments. ● Fostered effective communication and collaboration with manufacturers and internal departments

● Designed samples, WL/LL models and pattern files for use in manufacturing plush in Photoshop and Illustrator. ● Hand sewed prototypes with use of sewing machine, embroidery machine, and sublimation heat press to create factory-ready samples

● Commission work including: illustration, plush design, sample productions sample making, file programming

•Completed animation and cleanup assignments •Responded to constructive criticism from supervisor •Researched and recommended relevant production material

-Illustrates portraits of patients tailored to specifications -Provides emotional support and companionship for patients

•Produced hand drawn, well timed colored animation •Received character design assignments, submitted to team for approval •Created animation guides for artists to follow to produce desired design style

-Assisted young children on the Autism Spectrum to express emotion through visual mediums -Maintained cleanliness of spaces related to art activities -Coordinated art activities relating to holidays or special events

-Maintained cleanliness of spaces for children to work on creative projects -Monitored young children participating in active play and art-related activities -Coordinated art-related events for children