Kassi Gerk
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Education:
Anticipated Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences
December 2011
The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa, Alabama Major: Apparel and Textile Design
GPA: 3.4/4.0
Associate in Applied Science Interior Design December 2008
Jefferson State Community College Birmingham, Alabama
GPA: 3.4/4.0
Summary of Skills:
Design Skills
Develop concepts, color stories
Research market trends for future collections
Collect fabrics for appropriate applications
Create original designs
Design original textiles
Implement visual merchandising techniques
Technical Skills
Develop, manipulate, and construct patterns
Execute designs and patterns through draping techniques
Compose illustrations from concept sketches to final presentations
Render in mediums of colored pencil, marker, ink and charcoal
Create concept boards for design presentations
Specification development
Flat development in Adobe Illustrator CS5
Construct and fit garments
Computer Skills
Adobe Creative Suite CS5
Microsoft Office Suite 2007
Honors:
Deans List 2006 2008 Fall 2009
Presidents List Fall 2010
Fashion, Inc. member 2010-2011
Participant in Rock the Runway fashion show Spring 2010 Fall 2010
Participant in annual Tee Time fashion show 2010
Work Experience:
Victorias Secret
Birmingham, Alabama Tuscaloosa, Alabama
August 2006-December 2008: Category Supervisor
January 2009-Present: Sales Associate New Hire Trainer