Aubrey Ament

About Aubrey Ament

Design professional experienced in conceptual creative direction, spatial design, design…

Experience

1. Senior Color Designer

   Nike

   Jun 2022 — Present

   Trend Research and Color Palette Direction- Research color trends and contribute in building the Brand Color strategy, direction and narrative- Identify key hue spaces, creating seasonal color directions to define modern sport- Create seasonal and seasonless palettes, exploring color combinations and finishes- Assist with the physical and digital build of the color innovation frameworks, global palettes, and creating presentations and other tools as needed- Build knowledge of color theory, color sustainability, manufacturing methods, digital color and trend development- Provide design support and collaboration to Color Design LeadershipColor Design Execution – Plans and executes color designs. Collaborates with design, product marketing, development and material consultants to focus color solutions for market success. Reviews all samples to achieve marketable solution review with design, marketing and development. Clearly communicates all changes for final confirmation. Maintains color calendar/timelines/deadlines for category/division resulting in the timely completion of each product. Develops line art, color design server, GPIN, merchandising line, cutting samples & working with material consultant to coordinate materials for products. Leverages expert knowledge and practices in all phases of product execution; shares design and product expertise across categories and design group. Color Solutions – On key financial and statement models and/or lines, uses exceptional design skills to create original, innovative, retailable color solutions. Advances design image, and inspired targeted consumers. Researches and delivers color, design, market and lifestyle trends that influence and impact the product category process from product briefing to product concept to samples. Key contributor to seasonal color strategy for products, line segments and initiatives.

Education

• University of Oregon

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Product Design

  2009 — 2012

• Pratt Institute

  Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Interior Design

  2019 — 2023

Skills

• Illustration
• Quickbooks
• Product Development
• Vs2
• Concept Design
• Sketching
• Industrial Design
• Sewing
• Social Media Marketing
• Product Design
• Design Strategy
• Drawing
• Photography
• Rhino 3d
• Microsoft Excel
• Illustrator
• Adobe Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Apparel
• Graphic Design
• Woodworking
• Concept Development
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Creative Direction
• Solidworks