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Design can take many shapes - web, graphic, apparel, brand, gaming, and so much more. During this panel, we'll explore the journey into the many fields of design and how to thrive in them. Whether you are a founder, a senior leader, or aspiring to be one of the two, design takes a front seat in the most creative and innovative companies. So grab a chair front and center with our diverse and distinguished panelists as we discuss how to design your design career!
Senior Packaging and Display Designer - Coty
Kate Doheny is a Senior Packaging and Display Designer at Coty, a major manufacturer of cosmetics and scenting products. Kate has held positions at Oscar de la Renta, GAMCO investors, and Christian Dior Parfums. She has lived in New York since graduating from Fordham University in 2015, where she earned a degree in Visual Arts and Business Administration. Kate volunteers as a mentor in the AIGA/NY design mentorship program where she is paired with a creative high school student. Kate’s current role at Coty allows her to develop concepts ranging from carton and bottle design to Instagram content for brands including Nautica, Katy Perry, Vera Wang, and Coty Classics. Most recently, Kate has started making enamel pins under her label Doheny NYC and is eagerly expanding her inventory.