ANNA
MCPHEE
ABOUT ME
With over 16 years of footwear industry experience I have proven to be a versatile, proactive and passionate Designer. I have been praised for my professionalism, attention to detail, strong color sensibility and focus on team collaboration.
I have spent a large portion of my career in roles that are focused on highly cost sensitive product making me a leader in designing to cost and a strategic problem solver. In addition, I have a strong business sensibility, experience designing into a broad range of consumer targets and proven success in executing high volume commercial collections.
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I find inspiration through travel, materials, color in nature and architecture. I have extensive experience working with leather, textiles and synthetics from premium to price point. I love finding the perfect leather or mix of materials to help bring a story and product to life.
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Finally, I am a trusted Design Manager committed to fostering a relationship focused on professional growth, transparency and empowerment. It has brought me incredible joy in offering young designers their first job and helping them find their path to success.
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
May 2021 - Present
KEEN Footwear - Sr. Footwear Designer - Lifestyle & Kids'
Responsible for design of Men's, Women's and Kids' Lifestyle product.
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July 2020 - Present
ANNA MCPHEE DESIGN - Freelance Footwear & Graphic Designer
FOOTWEAR DESIGN - Cole Haan
Responsible for helping design team through a crunch period in a fast paced environment. Completed color rotations and tech packages for various Men's & Women's styles.
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GRAPHIC DESIGN - KAT6A Foundation
Responsible for t-shirt graphic design and evolving existing brand identity.
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May 2019 - June 2020
TIMBERLAND LLC - Sr. Footwear Designer - Women's Casual & Contemporary Casual
Responsible for design of global Women's product.
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August 2013 - May 2019
TIMBERLAND LLC - Sr. Footwear Designer - Timberland Factory Outlet & Value Channel
Responsible for leading design of Men's, Women's and Kids' product for Timberland Factory Outlet, US Value Channel and European Tier III Distribution.
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January 2006 - July 2013
TIMBERLAND LLC - Footwear Designer - Kids'
Responsible for design of global Kids' Casual and Outdoor footwear. Responsible for establishing seasonal color harmonies and assisting Design Director in creation of seasonal color palette.
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May 2005 - December 2005
ADECCO STAFFING AGENCY - TIMBERLAND LLC - Footwear Design Assistant (Men's & Kids' Casual)
Responsible for supporting design team with line art, tech packages and color rotations.
October 2004 - December 2005
ABIGAIL LEBAY SWIMWEAR - Freelance Graphic Designer
Responsible for swimwear line art, print design and corporate collateral design.
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