Skills
Printed and digital visuals
Sketches
Moodboards
Color exploration
Logotype
Branding
3D modeling
3D rendering & Mock-up
3D printing
Line drawing & Dimensions
Packaging
Layout & Presentation
Flyers, Datasheets & Posters
Website creation
Software
Illustrator
Photoshop
InDesign
Rhinoceros 3D
Keyshot Rendering
Figma
Languages
English - Proficient
French - Native Language
Spanish - Elementary
Interests
Art
Design
Sports & Yoga
Travelling
About me
I’m a French designer living in Los Angeles. I have worked as a graphic and industrial designer for 10 years, in different industries and parts of the world. I am seeking a dynamic and creative company where I can take on the responsibilities of strategic vision, communication, and creation. Education
M.A. Design
Ecole de Conde, Bordeaux, France
2012-2014
2010-2012
2009-2010 Foundation in Arts
Ecole de Conde, Bordeaux, France
B.A. Design
Ecole de Conde, Bordeaux, France
Supervised a cross-functional team of 5 designers, evaluating individual design deliverables and overall team performance. Created a new strategy to better position the company by developing a consistent brand identity and new line of products.
2014-2015 Design Manager
ELEK Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Work Experience
Senior Designer
14TH ROUND Los Angeles, CA
2019-2023
• Led the design process for top cannabis companies, creating innovative products and graphic content to enhance brand identities.
• Designed products (devices, pods, cartridges, pop displays, packaging) from conception to completion.
• Creation of printed and digital graphic content, brand identity, logo, icons, illustrations for 14th Round and our customers.
• Worked for leading brands in the North-American cannabis industry like Heavy Hitters, Pacific Stone, Sherbinskis, Dosist, Kiva and more.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design quality and consistency ; engineers, sales and manufacturing in China.
• Created engaging presentations to showcase product development to clients.
Monitored and designed products on different sectors of industry; electronic goods, transport, hospitality. I was relied upon to be the first point of contact with our customers, created strong and stunning presentations detailing the scope of each project and ensuring a seamless design process.
2015-2016 Industrial Designer
OUTSIGN Paris, France
Worked with diverse companies, creating visually appealing designs for different projects. From designing flyers and labels for GT’s Kombucha to creating artistic cans and murals for Boomtown Brewery, my work aimed to enhance brand identity and engage audiences effectively. 2016-2018 Freelance Designer Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
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