Mary Clark

Creative & Brand Strategist

Brand Identity

Brand Development

G-Suite

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Presentation Design

UI/UX Design

Graphic Design

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Contracts

Fashion Design Consultant | Brand Strategist

I'm a design lead specializing in physical and digital product creation. My journey spans iconic brands like Ralph Lauren and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as innovative startups, where I've directed teams across diverse categories. Recognizing a need for stronger product validation and unique storytelling, I broadened my expertise to include Brand, Visual, and UX/UI work, crafting cohesive customer experiences. I combine big-picture thinking with hands-on proficiency in digital tools. My background with established retail brands and emerging digital spaces allows me to collaborate effectively with clients and deliver solutions to any challenge. I hold a BS from Cornell University and certifications in UX/UI and Graphic Design

Projects

Film Production House Website Revamp & Brand Identity Definition

MCM is a production house located in New York City. They offer various pre-production, production and post services and wanted to revamp their website to showcase one-stop-shop capabilities while improving their visual brand identity. I collaborated with the MCM Marketing team to lead development of a defined brand identity through cohesive visuals and brand narratives (brand guide creation in Illustrator and InDesign). Additionally, I conducted UX Research to determine how to position MCM's website to attract more traffic, while also providing strong brand visuals and a cohesive brand narrative. Project completion included high fidelity mockups and prototyping in Figma.See More

Handed - A Luxury Sustainable App

A licensee for premier retailers, sought to develop a sustainable luxury lifestyle brand. Under the guidance of executive leadership, we developed physical product concepts for "Handed," while I also created a companion app focused on transparent material sourcing and ethical manufacturing. My process included competitive analysis, consumer surveys, and UX ideation sessions to build a data-driven foundation for the brand's potential digital presence and market strategy.See More

Carbon Market Access Platform for Developing Nations

CLIMATE 6, conceptualized by a collaborative team between Jakarta, Indonesia and Maputo, Mozambique was an early-stage startup focused on assisting organizations and individuals in accessing and implementing NBS (nature based solutions) projects within the voluntary carbon market. The platform aimed to facilitate the involvement of the Global South in the climate crisis movement, driving toward exponential scalability. Project accomplishments: Spearheaded UX research on carbon credit platforms and key verification bodies (Gold Standard, Verra) to shape platform strategy and market positioning Architected complete brand identity from ground up, including company name, visual language, and strategic messaging framework Designed UI components and mockups to convey the platform's vision and user experienceSee More

Bridging Italian Sport Heritage with Contemporary Street Style

A licensee company who collaborates with major retailers including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and Macy's in both B2B and B2C markets developed a new streetwear brand under the Lotto Sport Italia license, blending athletic heritage with modern street style: PROJECT: 1/ Directed development and launch of three mass-produced collections and Atmos capsule collection, optimizing sourcing and manufacturing processes 2/ Designed and directed brand collateral across digital platforms (email campaigns, social media content, website design) and physical touchpoints (packaging, trade show booths, print materials, retail concepts) 3/ Led cross-functional initiatives across sales, marketing, creative, and stakeholder teams to ensure successful market executionSee More

Work History

Design Consultant

Self EmployedAs a Design Consultant, I lead user experience, brand development, and product design initiatives across diverse sectors, with recent work spanning fashion, climate tech, and media production. I specialize in conducting user research, developing brand identities, and creating end-to-end digital solutions from wireframes to product launches. I also design and develop physical products, bringing ideas from concept to production.

Sr. Manager - Apparel & Consumer Products

AndboxApr 2019 - Apr 2021 • 2 yrs 1 moLed end-to-end product development for e-sports apparel and fan merchandise. Directed design strategy and production across multiple seasonal collections. Optimized development processes and vendor partnerships.

Product Manager - Apparel, Textiles and Accessories

The Metropolitan Museum of ArtSep 2016 - Dec 2017 • 1 yr 4 mosDirected product development across multiple categories. Led cross-functional teams for retail product strategy. Managed vendor relationships and production development.

Design & Development Consultant - Sweaters

Ralph LaurenDec 2014 - Jun 2016 • 1 yr 7 mosDesigned for multiple Ralph Lauren divisions. Developed seasonal collections and technical specifications. Collaborated with international manufacturing partners.

Senior Design Lead

Cutter & BuckJan 2011 - Mar 2014 • 3 yrs 3 mosLed design team across multiple product categories. Directed seasonal collection development.

Education

Cornell University

BS, Textiles and Apparel Design

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