Christine Cramer
Owner/Founder/Designer · Guppy Ink Designs
Grand Rapids, MI
In My Own Words
I am a little old school, but I follow the work rules that my dad has always taught me. First, always say thank you because getting a lot of work is better than getting zero work. Second, be humble. Never act like you know everything because there is always someone else who can teach you a thing or two. Finally, if you're going to leave make sure you leave it better than it was.
Work Experience
Owner/Founder/Designer
Guppy Ink Designs2007 – Present
- Created and execute all branding and design. - Create CADs for production use - Tech Packed and overlooked any products for clients. - Researched color and trends - Continuously educate myself and honing my skill set to keep up with the latest design trends and techniques.
Project Manager/Sales Support
Meta4mat2021 – Present
- Engaged a team of designers, fabricators, and operators to successfully complete each project. - Participated in brainstorming and development of prototypes. Planed layouts, determined materials, and scheduled outside services as needed. - Developed production plans and schedules for simple and complex projects. - Prepared installation guides. - Monitored progress and proactively communicated to management potential issues that will impact project scope and/or budget. - Communicated with customer on all aspects of each project.
Developer 1
Merrell2016 – 2021
- Communication 3D visual ideas to deliver to the product design and development teams. - 3D modeling for seasonal designs ready for 3D printing and/or prototyping. - Assist design team with detailing, including producing specific detailed artwork of various items and components (such as graphics, logos, and hardware). - Supporting the product development team members to ensure accurate product specification packages (color cads, artwork) and tech packs within product line management.
Product Development Manager and CAD designer
HexArmor2014 – 2016
- Developed new product ideas, sourced materials, and offered exclusive design concepts. - Manage relationships with suppliers and manufacturers who are overseas and in the US. -Improve existing products and create/manage cost sheets. - Sketched 2D concepts for spec sheets and prototypes. - Created 3D CADS to help manufacturers build molds and prototypes in-house.
CAD Artist
Meijer Corporation2010 – 2014
Temporary CAD Artist For BoyToddler/Softlines(8/2010 - 1/2011): -Designed graphics for Boy Toddler Falls Creek Area - Collaborated with other artists to create new ideas for Boys Toddler graphics and assisted other CAD artists who were challenged with short deadlines. CAD Artist/Textile Designer For Men’s Sportswear/Activewear, Women’s Activewear, and Mens/Women's Seasonal(8/2011 - 2/2014): -Research trends for men’s apparel and women’s activewear for up coming seasons -Collaborate on creating color pallets for men’s apparel and women’s activewear. Create all over prints, plaids, and patterns for each of my areas -Design graphics for promotion seasons such as Halloween, Americana, and St. Patrick’s Day T-shirts at Meijer.
Assistant to the Director/Graphic Designer
Screen Ideas2008 – 2010
- Oversaw production for each job. - Helped design the artwork for different businesses. - Assisted in collaboration of different ideas for self-promotions, T-shirt designs, and logos. - Brought in sales and customized requests of each customer. - Balanced the workload for the embroiderer and screen-printer. - Formulated new ideas to help the production of the company. - Prepped work for screen printing, promotional items, and paper production. - Worked with customers with design samples and helped create designs to fit their ideas.
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