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JESSICA WALIGORA
JESSICA WALIGORA
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SAFFRON
B R A N D E D A P P A R E L
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P R O J E C T S A F F R O N
As Print Production Manager at Sweetgreen, I directed production ops
for Project Saffron, the brand’s NYSE IPO launch. Partnering directly with founders and Allbirds, I managed end-to-end logistics to produce and distribute over 7,000 custom co-branded tees across
200 retail locations nationwide, ensuring 100% on-time delivery for listing day.
Serving as the primary authority on substrate specs and color precision, I spearheaded pre-production validation for the NYSE exterior banner, ensuring exact brand alignment for peak global visibility.
NAOMI
N A O M I O S A K A S W E E P S T A K E S
To launch Sweetgreen’s partnership
with athlete ambassador Naomi Osaka,
I managed production and vendor sourcing for a custom promotional campaign. The objective was to reverse-engineer Osaka’s one-of-a-kind chain-stitched signature bucket hat, producing a limited run of 15 autographed VIP pieces alongside 400 internal branded units.
Navigating severe supply chain shortages during peak 2021 market demand, I secured specialized apparel manufacturing and enforced strict quality control.
I delivered all custom inventory on schedule to maximize marketing impact.
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TSHIRTS
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T - S H I R T S
Throughout my tenure at Sweetgreen, I directed full-lifecycle apparel production and national distribution models ranging from 25-piece custom drops to 7,000-unit retail rollouts across hundreds of store locations. I managed multi-vendor print networks specializing in high-volume screen printing and precision heat transfers. My technical oversight included enforcing strict pre-production validation for complex color executions, including up to 12 Pantone spot-color matches with 3 half-tone layers.
DAVID CHANG
D A V I D C H A N G L A U N C H
For Sweetgreen’s spring seasonal rollout featuring Chef David Chang’s kelp bowl, I led production and distribution logistics for an eco-conscious influencer kit and private VIP event. I directed nationwide fulfillment across hundreds of high-profile creators while maintaining strict sustainability parameters.
Prioritizing environmental governance, I managed vendor execution for 50 percent recycled SFI-certified packaging, 100 percent post-consumer recycled press collateral, and repurposed surplus warehouse newsprint for zero-waste packing fill.
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BAGS / MISC
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G I V E A W A Y S
Partnering with the New Restaurant Opening team, I directed localized merchandise and collateral production for regional market expansions. For our Texas go to market campaign, I managed cross-functional workflows between external illustrator Will Bryant and internal creative teams to execute custom branded tote bags. Additionally,
I spearheaded production governance for cross-promotional print collateral, integrating local business partnership assets into a unified launch experience.
A B O U T & C O N T A C T
Hi, I'm Jess Waligora! I'm a Senior Creative Operations and Program Manager based in Los Angeles, CA. Over the past decade, I’ve led remote-first teams, global vendor networks, and complex physical asset lifecycles for brands like Hims & Hers, Sweetgreen, and Evert Fine Art. I specialize in Phase Gate governance, RACI frameworks, and production routing across Asana, Airtable, and Monday.com. From Super Bowl ad shoot prop logistics to national retail rollouts and 3D architectural installations, I build systems that keep high-stakes campaigns on schedule and on budget. I enforce strict pre-production validation so every execution lands with precision. Driving cross-functional alignment, I partner closely with executive leaders to scale workflows efficiently. I look forward to collaborating to streamline your operations and bring big creative visions to life!
AD PLACEMENTS
2025 Super Bowl
2024 World Series
AWARDS
2026 Core77 Packaging Runner Up
2023 Dieline In-House Shortlist
2023 Self's Health Beauty Award
OOH PLACEMENTS
Broadway & Broome, NYC
Grand Street / Lafayette, NYC
West 3rd St. / La Cienega Blvd, LA
NOTABLE NEWSPRINT
Bon Appétit
The New Yorker
The New York Times
The Wall Street Journal
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