Brandy Cripps
Denver, CO www.brandycripps.com
Qualifications
·Jewelry designer with extensive CAD experience using Rhino, Matrix, ZBrush, KeyShot and V-Ray software to create one-of-a-kind and collection fine jewelry pieces.
·Solid foundation in concept research and development, and also in 2D design methods of hand sketching, technical rendering and manipulation of images using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
·Thorough knowledge of rapid prototyping processes and experience with ProJet, Solidscape, and Formlabs 3D printers.
·Working metalsmith knowledge of precious metals, stones, construction, and thorough understanding of manufacturing.
·Bench skills including casting, forming, fabrication, soldering, laser welding, basic stone setting, cleaning, polishing and stringing.
·Extremely detail oriented, with a very keen eye for maintaining high standards for quality products and beautiful aesthetics.
·Project management of custom and mass production pieces utilizing Trello, Katana, Slack and CRM software.
·Excellent communication, organization and collaboration skills.
·Corporate management and leadership experience.
Experience
Owner and Designer
Form LLC
2010-current
Research, design, sourcing and production of custom fine jewelry. Attending industry shows, and building relationships with vendors and artisans. Previous freelance design for Melanie Clark, Tomas Martin Jewelry Ltd., Trebbianno, Rachael Leigh, GTO London, Dannijo, and LC Betz Jewelers.
Production Manager
CLP Jewelry
March 2023-current
Oversee all incoming orders and use Katana software to manage supply inventory, place orders, and create the shop production schedule. Ensuring all wholesale, inventory, and special project pieces are made by deadlines. Provide recommendations to the store owner to improve workflow and efficiency, and obtain tools to increase productivity and improve quality of finished pieces.
Store & Operations Manager
Cronin Jewelers
2021-2022
Managed day to day store operations to include but not limited to: oversaw point-of-sale systems, sales records, project management of all custom orders, inventory management and light book keeping. Provided recommendations to the store owner to improve workflow and efficiency. Researched and engaged product lines and new vendors for special orders. Ensured excellent customer service. Scheduled, training and managed sales associates. Implemented marketing, merchandising and social media. Built and maintained vendor and wholesale account relationships. Supported the repair and production shop with project management and scheduling.
3D CAD
Harry Winston
2016-2020
Translated design illustrations into 3D models with necessary dimensions and tolerance, for both finished aesthetic representation and production parts. Created and provided technical spec sheets and assembly maps for jewelers and vendors. Created and maintained CAD template files, and redesigned file organization. Operated and maintained 3ZPro, Solidscape, and Form 2 printers, and Sarin and ELux 3D scanners. Worked with vendors on adaptation of CAD files for mass production processes. Reviewed vendor-developed 3D CAD files for aesthetic and production standards. Reviewed prototypes to ensure production of CAD files met aesthetic expectations. Collaborated with jewelers and product development team to improve 3D models and design for cost effective production techniques. Reviewed and documented project changes throughout the design development process.
Technical Designer
Alexis Bittar
2014-2016
Researched seasonal market and design trends, and designed into seasonal concepts. CAD development, including but not limited to: created CAD files for styles and for 3D model components, produced CAD renderings and technical images, and assisted Design team members with CAD issues. Reviewed files made by the design team to ensure quality of the models, repaired files, and exported appropriate files for overseas vendors. Created technical spec sheets for overseas vendors. Performed QC inspection of jewelry samples and approved production samples. Ensured updates to 3D CAD files and Specs were completed after first protos and market, and all changes were properly documented. Created and maintained organizational systems for the design process.
CAD Consulting and Sales Associate
LC Betz Jewelers
2010
Provided information and perspective to the owner and manager about integrating CAD production processes into the business. Worked with customers on repairs, product purchases, and custom designs.
3D CAD Designer
llyn strong fine jewelry
2008- 2014
Translated all design sketches and concepts into functional 3D models, frequently working with irregular and one of a kind gemstones. Created renders of models for customer design approval and maintained the design library. Designed jewelry styles for stock collections. Coordinated with jewelry CAM companies on the outsourcing of production. Collaborated with the metalsmith on construction solutions for new design concepts. Initiated a production calendar organization system and file transfer system for regular file backups using google calendar and google drive. Designed layout of stock and custom CAD job sheets for better communication of information on CAD projects. Operated and maintained the 3D printer and ordered materials as necessary. Assisted with bench work, studio maintenance, and customer service.
Keyholder
J. Crew
2006-2008
Managed store operations and staff, including but not limited to: provided superior customer service, received and distributed product and supply shipments, processed all items shipped from the store, planned and executed floor set changes and visual merchandising of store windows and displays, assisted in planning and leading store meetings, trained and supported associates, and stayed up-to-date on sales reports and company initiatives. Opened and closed store location, and ensured all loss prevention protocol was followed.