Alyssa Augustine

Sales Associate - Clothing

Phoenix | United States

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In my own words

— Alyssa

Industrial Designer inspired to question norms, explore creativity, and improve quality of life for the individual & the planet through design.

Originally an apparel designer, I gained my industry experience as a technical designer/product developer in the juvenile industry ranging from infant hosiery to hard good design. This led me to Arizona State University where I completed my master degree in Industrial Design.

Now, I push the realm of traditional design by cultivating great product experiences with purpose. Product can't just be "pretty" anymore, it should make the user feel something, fulfill the desired need & be respectfully and responsibly designed... & that is the challenge I am here for.

"If you are what you should be, then you will set the world on fire." --St. Catherine of Siena

Trajectory

May 2019 — Now

Sales Associate - Clothing · REI (Recreational Equipment Inc)

-Gain high level of knowledge in technical material development, unique features and benefits of soft goods products -Assist customers with outfittings for outdoor adventures & travels, both domestic & international - Familiarize and study leading outdoor industry brand's market placement to provide customers appropriate product knowledge

May 2018 — Apr 2019

Technical Designer - Travel Goods & Accessories (Freelance) · Goldbug Inc

-Designed & developed goods & accessories for the travel category including: soft shell baby carriers, children’s harnesses, backpacks, shopping cart covers & after market car seat accessories (seat protectors, car seat liners, strap covers, headsupports) -3D modeled & rendered silicone & plastic products including pacifier holder, shopping cart snack tray & snack cup -Evaluated & communicated with factories & production team on all samples from 1st development to top of production

Feb 2017 — May 2018

Technical Design Manager & Product Developer · Goldbug Inc

-Managed Technical Design team to develop, review & evaluate high liability product (soft & hard goods) in the newborn, infant, toddler accessories, hosiery, shoes & cut & sew travel goods markets from creation to production -Communicated cross-functionally & partnered with internal teams, including, product integrity/quality control, sales, design & merchandising; and with external customers such as Target & Wal-Mart technical teams -Reviewed competitor & similar product patents to avoid product infringement -Created & maintained construction & graded specifications for all product categories including owned & licensed brands -Communicated approvals, rejections & changes with oversea vendors & factories -Worked with design, merchandising, sales & production planning departments to implement cohesive & on time development calendars

Aug 2015 — Feb 2017

Technical Designer · Goldbug Inc

Jul 2014 — Aug 2015

Technical Design Assistant · Goldbug Inc

Apr 2014 — Jul 2014

Customer Service Representative · Exxel Outdoors

-Assisted customers with defective outdoor products such as backpacks, tents & apparel & ensured positive outcomes -Successfully navigated inventory management software (EBA) to order & return/exchange merchandise -Expanded knowledge of the outdoor industry & outdoor products