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Pavithra Ananthanarayanan

Bangalore

Summary

Creative jewelry designer with extensive experience in custom design and client management. Expert in Adobe Photoshop and trend analysis, consistently crafting pieces that satisfy and exceed client expectations. Skilled in collaborating with clients to transform ideas into unique jewelry creations. Adept at integrating traditional techniques with modern design trends.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Jewelry Designer/ Consultant

Self employed
Bangalore
07.2015 - Current
  • Designed unique jewelry pieces for clients and stores, enhancing brand offerings.
  • Created conceptual designs from hand-drawn sketches and Photoshop based on client requirements.
  • Utilized available materials to develop innovative and distinctive jewelry designs.
  • Conducted thorough research on trends to inform design choices.
  • Produced detailed sketches reflecting customer specifications and current fashion trends.
  • Adjusted designs according to client feedback to ensure satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality materials for production.
  • Selected appropriate metals and gemstones to achieve desired aesthetic effects.

Jewellery Designer / Consultant

STUDIO TARA
Chennai
11.2011 - 06.2015
  • Created manual design sketches and translated them into polished Photoshop designs.
  • Consulted with clients to understand requirements and crafted unique jewelry pieces.
  • Developed innovative designs using a variety of precious and semi-precious stones.
  • Adapted designs based on the shape, size, and properties of selected stones.
  • Conducted multiple boutique shows while enhancing visual product displays.
  • Specialized in custom jewelry, transforming existing pieces into new designs.
  • Submitted rough drafts for client and management feedback to ensure alignment.
  • Researched design topics thoroughly to inform creative processes.

Trainee/Intern

Tanishq
Bangalore
01.2011 - 10.2011
  • Implementing the MTR systems across all the stores in India for easy indenting process.
  • Uploading the sales of the previous day into the system.
  • Regular calls and checks with the store managers for replenishing their stock after the previous day's sale.
  • Understanding the system and procedures of the merchandising team and traveling to various stores to identify any issues related to the software.
  • Also assisting and training individuals on each store on how to operate the software on a daily basis.

Education

Certificate course -

Swasti Garg Designs(DESDES)
Bangalore
05.2023

Color stone grading diploma course -

GIA(Gemological Institute Of America)
Bombay
08.2016

BBA - Jewellery Design Management

Manipal Institute of Jewelery Design Management
Manipal
05.2011

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Concept development
  • Custom design solutions
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Gemstone expertise
  • Product knowledge
  • Event coordination
  • Client relationship management
  • Custom jewelry creation
  • Excellent communication
  • Teamwork
  • Jewelry design

Awards

  • 4th place in national design competition - Bombay.
  • University gold medalist

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil
  • Hindi

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
C1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Freelance Jewelry Designer/ Consultant

Self employed
07.2015 - Current

Jewellery Designer / Consultant

STUDIO TARA
11.2011 - 06.2015

Trainee/Intern

Tanishq
01.2011 - 10.2011

Certificate course -

Swasti Garg Designs(DESDES)

Color stone grading diploma course -

GIA(Gemological Institute Of America)

BBA - Jewellery Design Management

Manipal Institute of Jewelery Design Management
Pavithra Ananthanarayanan