Stephanie King
About Stephanie King
Stephanie King is a Jr Textile Fabrication Specialist at LAIKA, LLC, where she develops custom textiles for costume design using techniques such as dye sublimation, embroidery, and laser cutting. She has a background in product design and has held various roles in the textile and footwear industries.
Work at LAIKA
Stephanie King has been employed at LAIKA, LLC since 2021 as a Junior Textile Fabrication Specialist. In this role, she develops custom textiles tailored for costume design. Her work involves utilizing advanced techniques such as dye sublimation, embroidery, and laser cutting. Stephanie's contributions are integral to the creative processes at LAIKA, a company known for its innovative stop-motion animation.
Previous Experience at Nike
Before joining LAIKA, Stephanie King held several positions at Nike. She worked as a Senior Footwear Tech Stitching for 11 months in 2017-2018, where she focused on footwear production. Additionally, she served as a Tech Sample Producer for 8 months in 2018 and later as a Concept Project Coordinator for 8 months in 2018-2019. These roles provided her with extensive experience in product development and technical processes within the footwear industry.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie King earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Product Design from the University of Oregon, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Prior to that, she attended Butte College for one year, focusing on Art/Art Studies. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in design principles, which she applies in her current role. Stephanie has expertise in dyeing fabrics to meet specific aesthetic and performance requirements, contributing to her diverse design portfolio.
Diverse Design Portfolio
Stephanie King's design portfolio showcases a variety of projects, including footwear, lighting, furniture, and softgoods. This diverse experience highlights her versatility as a designer and her ability to adapt her skills across different product categories. Her work in textile fabrication and design reflects a commitment to innovation and quality in the materials she develops.