Claire Paton
ClaireAPaton@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/ClairePaton | (404)644-2560
Georgia Institute of Technology B.S. Industrial Design
WORK EXPERIENCE
Furniture.com | Atlanta, Ga
Design Intern
July 2023– Present
- Redesigned the company's benefits guide, aligning it seamlessly with the established branding, resulting in a visually cohesive and user-friendly employee resource.
- Created digital guides to be highlighted on main product walls; sourcing imagery, creating a visual hierarchy, and incorporating established brand language throughout.
- Created wireframes and designed multiple web pages, including the password reset pages, product wall pages, and style guides.
- Designed a standard internal PowerPoint theme and template, incorporating brand language and allowing internal users to create cohesive and professional presentations.
TCEC | Los Angeles, CA
Apparel Design Intern
June 2022– August 2022
- Implemented designated design projects, transforming conceptual designs into technical flat sketches. Selected fabrics, trims, and stitching details to align with the lead designer's vision.
- Developed and executed thorough tech-packs, incorporating precise measurements and detailed fabric-sourcing information to enhance the efficiency of the design-to-production process.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with the Production team during prototype fittings, recording fit comments, and communicating with manufacturers to implement modifications.
- Conduct market research to inform design decisions, curating inspiration boards aligned with forecasted trends for upcoming seasons (6-9 months prior) in the women’s apparel industry.
Wholesale and Marketing Intern
June 2021–August 2021
- Provide direct support to the Head of Sales and Marketing, taking the lead in customer outreach, coordinating appointment schedules, and processing sales orders.
- Conduct in-depth research on customers' brand identities and target markets to create customized line sheets showcasing the latest styles.
- Consistently refresh content on online wholesale platforms, introducing new styles with information such as clothing descriptions, fabric details, and shipping information to maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date digital presence.
SKILLS
Software: Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro), Figma, Microsoft Suite, Fusion360, Keyshot
Digital Design: CAD, Sketching, Wireframing, Concept Development, User Research, Storyboarding
Computer Language: HTML, CSS, Arduino
Soft-Skills: Trend Forecasting, Cross-team Collaboration, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, Fashion Styling
EXTRACURRICULAR
IDSA Georgia Tech
Phi Mu Fraternity Georgia State University
Vice President- Chapter Development January 2021- August 2021
- Led the planning and execution of weekly meetings, orchestrating guest speakers and external facilitators to support chapter development.