Top Talent like Marie are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Marie Thompson

Product Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Product Design and Development Expert with Brand Strategy Experience
With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial and Product Design from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, and a background in Graphic Design from Champlain College, this professional has a strong foundation in design. They have held roles such as Senior Product Developer at Dragonfly Commerce, Lead Industrial Designer at Pakt, and Product Developer/Designer at L.L.Bean, where they were responsible for product design, development, and market analysis. Their expertise extends to brand strategy, as demonstrated during their tenure at Boston Bag. Their diverse experience also includes roles in office management, reception supervision, and personal training. With a passion for innovation and a data-driven approach, they have consistently driven success across various product categories. Their adaptability, strategic mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement make them a valuable asset in the design and development field.

Work History

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Senior Product Developer

DragonflyAs a Senior Product Developer at Dragonfly Commerce, specialized in identifying and capitalizing on strategic product opportunities within the dynamic Amazon marketplace. Leveraged background in product design and development to meticulously analyze market trends using cutting-edge tools and metrics to gain insights into the Amazon marketplace. Stayed ahead of the competition by pinpointing untapped opportunities and formulating innovative merchandising and development strategies. With a proven track record of successful product launches, brought a data-driven approach, ensuring optimal market positioning and sustained growth. Initially focused on Home & Garden product categories, role quickly evolved to encompass all consumer goods categories at Dragonfly, showcasing adaptability and ability to drive success across diverse product ranges. Passionate about driving results and staying at the forefront of ecommerce trends, thrived in an environment that values innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.
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Lead Industrial Designer

PaktAug 2020 - Aug 2021 • 1 yr 1 moLeading product design and development of innovative and responsibly-sourced travel accessories.
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Product Developer / Designer

L.L.BeanMar 2016 - Mar 2020 • 4 yrs 1 mo- Acted as the sole product developer for L.L.Beans Bag and Luggage category. - Seasonally identified market opportunities and presented product concepts and material innovations to senior leaders and cross-functional business partners. - Designed new products, completed their BOMs and technical specifications. - Conducted research and visited trade shows to identify material innovation and product trends. - Designed hang-tags and packaging for products in our line. - Acted as the main channel of communication between suppliers and vendors throughout sampling, and cost negotiations. - Frequently traveled to Asia to meet with mills and factories to develop new materials and improve construction quality. - Adhered to multiple seasonal calendars to meet production deadlines. - Responsible for cost engineering of all new and existing products. - Ensured that margins and quality aligned with overall brand position and merchants pricing strategies. - Vetted quality through lab testing and integrating customer feedback from focus groups and MESH01 wear testing. - Acted as the Product Developer for co-label and private label projects with Flowfold, Eton Electronics, and the American Watch Company.
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Product Designer / Brand Strategist

Boston BagMar 2013 - Apr 2017 • 4 yrs 2 mosProduct Designer & Brand Strategist Coordinated the expansion and re-design of Boston Bag Co. Developed and introduced a new product line and brand identity for the 88 year old company. Initiated full re-design of their bags from industrial, into a high-end consumer product. Supervised factory changes and material sourcing to integrate the new product line into their factory. Envisioned and brought to life the companys web presence through Squarespaces content management system.
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Reception Supervisor

Hale Barnard Services for Older PeopleSep 2013 - Apr 2014 • 8 mosBrought on to develop a new communication system between the receptionists and the nursing department resulting in 83% drop in filing and communication errors. Trusted to manage the residents schedules, transportation, and medical paperwork. Developed a new training guide and employee handbook and trained new receptionists. Oversaw three direct reports.
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Office Manager

The College Club of BostonMay 2012 - Dec 2013 • 1 yr 8 mosManaged the B&Bs main office. Maintained the office communications and administrative upkeep and oversaw new hire training and site management staff.
M

Design Consultant

Medical Device StartupJun 2013 - Aug 2013 • 3 mos
W

Asst. Personal Trainer

Wolverine World WideFeb 2013 - Aug 2013 • 7 mosCo-facilitated boot camp style outdoor fitness classes while coaching the participants through their fitness journey. Managed the indoor gym facility.
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Owner

Echo DesignsJan 2007 - Jan 2011 • 4 yrs 1 moDesigned, manufactured and marketed handcrafted jewelry and utilitarian art objects sold through local businesses, online and at Maines Common Ground Fair.

Education

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Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design2011 - 2015
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Champlain College

Graphic Design2009 - 2011

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Product Design and Development Expert with Brand Strategy Experience
With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial and Product Design from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, and a background in Graphic Design from Champlain College, this professional has a strong foundation in design. They have held roles such as Senior Product Developer at Dragonfly Commerce, Lead Industrial Designer at Pakt, and Product Developer/Designer at L.L.Bean, where they were responsible for product design, development, and market analysis. Their expertise extends to brand strategy, as demonstrated during their tenure at Boston Bag. Their diverse experience also includes roles in office management, reception supervision, and personal training. With a passion for innovation and a data-driven approach, they have consistently driven success across various product categories. Their adaptability, strategic mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement make them a valuable asset in the design and development field.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Top Talent like Marie are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Marie Thompson

Product Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

D

Senior Product Developer

DragonflyAs a Senior Product Developer at Dragonfly Commerce, specialized in identifying and capitalizing on strategic product opportunities within the dynamic Amazon marketplace. Leveraged background in product design and development to meticulously analyze market trends using cutting-edge tools and metrics to gain insights into the Amazon marketplace. Stayed ahead of the competition by pinpointing untapped opportunities and formulating innovative merchandising and development strategies. With a proven track record of successful product launches, brought a data-driven approach, ensuring optimal market positioning and sustained growth. Initially focused on Home & Garden product categories, role quickly evolved to encompass all consumer goods categories at Dragonfly, showcasing adaptability and ability to drive success across diverse product ranges. Passionate about driving results and staying at the forefront of ecommerce trends, thrived in an environment that values innovation, agility, and continuous improvement.
P

Lead Industrial Designer

PaktAug 2020 - Aug 2021 • 1 yr 1 moLeading product design and development of innovative and responsibly-sourced travel accessories.
L

Product Developer / Designer

L.L.BeanMar 2016 - Mar 2020 • 4 yrs 1 mo- Acted as the sole product developer for L.L.Beans Bag and Luggage category. - Seasonally identified market opportunities and presented product concepts and material innovations to senior leaders and cross-functional business partners. - Designed new products, completed their BOMs and technical specifications. - Conducted research and visited trade shows to identify material innovation and product trends. - Designed hang-tags and packaging for products in our line. - Acted as the main channel of communication between suppliers and vendors throughout sampling, and cost negotiations. - Frequently traveled to Asia to meet with mills and factories to develop new materials and improve construction quality. - Adhered to multiple seasonal calendars to meet production deadlines. - Responsible for cost engineering of all new and existing products. - Ensured that margins and quality aligned with overall brand position and merchants pricing strategies. - Vetted quality through lab testing and integrating customer feedback from focus groups and MESH01 wear testing. - Acted as the Product Developer for co-label and private label projects with Flowfold, Eton Electronics, and the American Watch Company.
B

Product Designer / Brand Strategist

Boston BagMar 2013 - Apr 2017 • 4 yrs 2 mosProduct Designer & Brand Strategist Coordinated the expansion and re-design of Boston Bag Co. Developed and introduced a new product line and brand identity for the 88 year old company. Initiated full re-design of their bags from industrial, into a high-end consumer product. Supervised factory changes and material sourcing to integrate the new product line into their factory. Envisioned and brought to life the companys web presence through Squarespaces content management system.
H

Reception Supervisor

Hale Barnard Services for Older PeopleSep 2013 - Apr 2014 • 8 mosBrought on to develop a new communication system between the receptionists and the nursing department resulting in 83% drop in filing and communication errors. Trusted to manage the residents schedules, transportation, and medical paperwork. Developed a new training guide and employee handbook and trained new receptionists. Oversaw three direct reports.
T

Office Manager

The College Club of BostonMay 2012 - Dec 2013 • 1 yr 8 mosManaged the B&Bs main office. Maintained the office communications and administrative upkeep and oversaw new hire training and site management staff.
M

Design Consultant

Medical Device StartupJun 2013 - Aug 2013 • 3 mos
W

Asst. Personal Trainer

Wolverine World WideFeb 2013 - Aug 2013 • 7 mosCo-facilitated boot camp style outdoor fitness classes while coaching the participants through their fitness journey. Managed the indoor gym facility.
E

Owner

Echo DesignsJan 2007 - Jan 2011 • 4 yrs 1 moDesigned, manufactured and marketed handcrafted jewelry and utilitarian art objects sold through local businesses, online and at Maines Common Ground Fair.

Education

M

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design2011 - 2015
C

Champlain College

Graphic Design2009 - 2011

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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