Margaux Laibe
Education
School Of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL --- BFA
The American University Of Paris
Paris, France --- BFA
+1 (504) 909 8110
laibe.margaux0@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
Lana Jewelry, Chicago IL Design Coordinator
January 2023-May 2024
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Spearheaded comprehensive brand development and design initiatives, seamlessly integrating product creation and strategic marketing efforts
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Liaised with overseas factories to develop fresh designs and source new materials that increased profit margins by 20%
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Oversaw the end to end process of collection development, design, and production while managing and collaborating closely with local jewelers to create exclusive product lines
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Crafted detailed technical spec sheets to analyze and record each component of the design for future replication and pricing.
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Curated product organization for the collection, crafted mood boards, created renderings, and developed design concepts.
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Coordinated model photo shoots and product shots for the website, ensuring a cohesive and visually compelling presentation while editing photos post shoot.
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Designed the interior of the inaugural Lana store, meticulously curating furniture, decor, and other design elements. The strategic design overhaul contributed to exceeding sales goals, with a remarkable achievement of $100,000 in sales within the first month
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Developed and produced captivating graphic designs and collaborated closely with installers to craft captivating store window installations, increasing the stores foot traffic by ~10%
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Collaborated with the ecommerce team to conceptualize and implement visually appealing graphics for the website, emails, and various social media platforms
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Produced renderings for the company's packaging, contributing to a cohesive and attractive brand image
OBLANC, New York, NY Production Intern/Assistant
May 2019- August 2019
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Full-time design and production intern to Olivia LeBlanc, founder, and designer of OBLANC, actively contributing to the seamless execution of garments
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Delivered high quality garments to almost double the customer count by executing seamstress duties for various garments ensuring meticulous attention to construction and design
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Managed orders, coordinated deliveries, and actively participated in fabric shopping and material sourcing for the upcoming collections
ReVive, New Orleans, LA Owner and Designer
March 2020- August 2022
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Improved the safety of 800 customers by founding a mask company during the Covid-19 pandemic, catering to individuals with and without disabilities and using recycled materials
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Dontated ~$3,000 to the Louisiana Second Harvest Food Bank by leveraging excess cash flow
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Innovated diverse mask designs catering to specific individual needs, ranging from adjustable tying mechanisms for comfort to incorporating specialized features like built-in pacifiers for individuals with disabilities and oral fixation
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Handcrafted each mask and spearheaded social media marketing, alongside managing the business website for product sales and impact showcase.
SKILLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom
Technical Software: Netsuite, Accumark Explore, Pattern Design Software, Gerber, Matrixgold, Figma, Monday, and all social media outlets
Design: Typography, color theory, graphics. Collection Development and Research. Technical packs, illustrations, and flats. Sewing, pattern making, and fabric manipulation
Other: UI, UX, problem solving, project management, time management, organization, and networking
AWARDS & EXHIBITS
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Fashion Council Diversity and Inclusion Award—2022: recognized for furthering diversity and inclusion within the fashion industry
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Parents and Family Council Award—2021: awarded for potential within the fashion industry
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SAIC Recognition Scholar—2018-2022: earned for exemplary portfolio of artwork
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SAIC Fashion Online Exhibition Webpage—2021&2022: showcased my college thesis on improving fashion inclusion and diversity
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The Nora Project Fall Newsletter—2020: highlighted ReVive’s impact on creating accessible masks for people with disabilities
LANGUAGES
English (mother tongue)
French -- proficient
ASL-- beginner