# Yuan Fang

> Manager of Design and R&D Department

Location: Fremont, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/yuanfang

My journey in the world of fine jewelry is marked by innovation, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. I thrive in dynamic environments, collaborate effectively with diverse teams, and excel in project management.

If you're passionate about jewelry design, luxury craftsmanship, or creative collaborations, I'd love to connect and explore potential opportunities.

## Work Experience
### Communication skills @ BLOOMINGDALE'S
Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | PALO ALTO, CA
Gain a thorough understanding of customers' needs and preferences in order to effectively introduce and recommend appropriate jewelry and watches.
Utilize extensive knowledge of jewelry brands, jewelry processing, design, and gemstones to confidently answer customers' inquiries and provide informed recommendations.
Manage payment and return transactions with precision and accuracy, while maintaining thorough records of all transactions.
Consistently monitor and manage jewelry inventory through regular stock counts, ensuring that all items are properly maintained and visually displayed to maximize sales potential.

### Product Manager- Design and R&D Department. @ Shenzhen Zhaojin Gold Industry Co., Ltd.
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | SHEN ZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA
Formulate the annual product R & D plan. Overall-design theme series such as Wedding/ Chinese Zodiac/ Filigree Art/Fashion/Exhibition etc. 
 Guide each team for project designing. Promote the project due on time.
Accurately refine the value of products and participate in planning, publicity and marketing programs, report to FVP ( First Vice President).
Supervise the whole process of new product design and making.

### Chief Product Designer- Design and R&D Department @ Shenzhen Zhaojin Gold Industry Co., Ltd.
Jan 2017 – Jan 2020 | SHEN ZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA
1） 24k gold jewelry design
2）Developing and submitting product proposals
3）Designing product packaging
4）Exhibition jewelry design (for new jewelry concepts)
5) Communicating and coordinating the production.

### Jewelry Designer and Buyer @ HwaTsang Industrial (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 | SHANGHAI, CHINA
Participated in the design and production process of the《Green Earth》high jewelry project, a collaboration between the Hwa Tsang and the MIKIMOTO designer Nagai Junko. The series consisted of 27 products. During the collaboration, responsible for communicating and resolving production issues with the Japanese designer team.

As a gemstone buyer, sourced required gemstones and facilitated special cutting and polishing according to design requirements. Assisted in the overall progress of the product line.

Communicated with clients to design and customize unset gemstones.

### Visual Merchandising Intern,- Visual Merchandising Department @ Tiffany & Co.
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 | SHANGHAI, CHINA
Communicate and brief guideline to vender for window installation. Help VM Supervisor to manage and direct BTQ daily display. 
 Implement seasonal event（Such as: Mongolia, Bridal, The Great Gatsby, Christmas Holiday and Valentine’s day and store update）window display launch, case-line presentation, pedestal set up, showcase display installation and lighting,etc. 
Working with product team, implement the new product launch and window display. Keep good communication with each team.


## Education
### Master of Fine Arts - MFA in Metals/ Jewelry/ CAD-CAM.  金属/珠宝设计/ 电绘
Temple University

### Diploma in Graduate Gemologist （G.G）
GIA (Gemological Institute of America)

### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Art / Studio Art
Millsaps College

### Graduate Gemologist Diploma (G.G)
GIA (Gemological Institute of America)


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/yuanfang0928

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Last updated: 2026-04-13