Jill’s Résumé & Portfolio
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design | DE LA SALLE - COLLEGE OF SAINT BENILDE, SCHOOL OF DESIGN AND ARTS
DESIGN SOFTWARE
OPERATING SYSTEM
OTHER SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
WORK EXPERIENCE
Creative Director & Designer | Jill Smith Studio
Founder and registered sole-proprietorship in professional design services in 2023, providing creative directions for start-ups and small business across the globe.
Collaborating with clients in B2B (Business-To-Business) projects to effectively execute shared goals and objectives.
Managing design projects remotely with clients from UAE, UK and Canada.
Facilitating design briefs and creating compelling project proposals for effective project pitch presentations.
Leveraging in-depth research and trend analysis to curate creative mood boards and formulate a strategic marketing approach, producing visually impactful branding.
Developing unique business names and verifying domain availability for entrepreneurs seeking to establish their brands.
Designing original icon logos from inception and selecting innovative logotypes to embody brand identity.
Creating 3D visual renders, graphics design and presentations for product design, packaging design and interior design.
Providing comprehensive brand guidelines tailored to start-ups, to establish a strong online presence and confidently initiate production, product launch and promote services.
Designing customized packaging for small and retail businesses.
Developing mock-ups and prototypes to kickstart product testing phase, ensuring thorough evaluation and refinement.
Producing detailed blue-prints and technical drawings for custom interiors, packaging designs and product design adhering to manufacturing, supplier and contracting standards.
Collaborating closely with associates to effectively navigate budget limitations, coordinate with suppliers and meet project deadlines.
Developing design concepts and art illustrations for case studies in branding and product design, expanding and showcasing the portfolio for Jill Smith Studio.
Continuously expanding proficiency in UI/UX design and other design-related tools, while dedicated to self-learning new software and acquiring additional skills.
Overseeing and managing Jill Smith Studio website, utilizing platforms like Squarespace and others to enhance online presence.
Exploring potential business expansion in digital downloads and product merchandise.
Exhibition Designer | Global Experience Specialists (GES)
Developed design concepts and layout plans for exhibition stands, country pavilions, events and mall kiosks in a fast pace industry, adhering to design briefs, budget constrains, trade show floor plan, rules and regulations.
Produced innovative designs in activations and installations for blue-chip accounts and event organizers participating in tech events.
Utilized comprehensive background research into client’s branding, products and services, combined with trends and innovative insights to achieve marketing impact through exhibition design.
Provided 3D renders, blueprints, specifications, graphic designs and technical drawings using multiple design software such as, Vectorworks, Artlantis, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, in compliance with GES in-house production builders and engineering team.
Worked predominantly in custom build designs and modular (Sodem System) structures.
Collaborated with blue-chip client’s marketing teams, in liaise with the GES sales team and accounts department to effectively execute goals and objectives.
Worked with repeat and existing clients to incorporate existing booths in compliance to various trade show locations.
Visual Merchandising coordinator | Landmark Group - Home Centre
Assisted in developing store design, window displays, point of purchase (POP) and layout plans for all 90 Home Centre - Gulf Corporation Council (GCC) branches.
Produced creative mood boards in interior design and room styling to promote Home Centre’s merchandise in furniture, home accessories and products.
Collaborated with the head of visual merchandising and team of designers to develop various interior design concepts for room styling, VM guide book and marketing materials.
Developed 3D renders, graphic designs and technical drawings for visual presentations.
Facilitated in reinforcing and implementing VM guide books for window display, store design and point of purchase (POP) in all Home Centre GCC branches, coordinated with floor managers, VMs and various suppliers to adhere to mall rules and regulations.
Junior Industrial Design | Inovent Inc.
Collaborated with senior industrial designers, business development team and software engineers in developing innovative product design concepts for local brands, digital marketing and advertising companies.
Developed 3D models and rendered visual designs using multiple software such as 3D Studio Max, V-Ray, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Brand Development
EVENTS, TRADES & EXHIBITIONS
PACKAGING DESIGN
