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Education

- The Art Institute of Tucson, Tucson, Arizona Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Design - June 2011

- The Art Institute of California, Hollywood, California - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fashion Design courses - 2007-2008

- Tucson Design College, Tucson, Arizona - Associate of Applied Science, Fashion Design - June 2007

Skills

- Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite
- Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign CS5
- PAD System 4.5, Master Pattern Design MTM 4.5 En
- Knowledge of textiles and trend forecasting.
- Strong sketching abilities and Internet Savvy.

Field Related Experience

- Booth assistant, robb & hugo NYC booth at Project Las Vegas - 2012

- Attended NY Fashion Week shows and assisted with Factory 212 - 2012

- Alumni Designer, Sense of Style Fashion Show, Tucson, Arizona - 2012

- Designer, Sense of Style Fashion Show, Tucson, Arizona 2011, 2010, 2007

- Designer, Disabled Divaz Fashion Show, Tucson, Arizona - 2011, 2006

- Designer, Couture for Cancer Fashion Show, Tucson, Arizona - 2011

- Dresser, Tu Nidito Fashion Show, Tucson, Arizona - 2010

Experience:

Lead Designer/Production Manager, Primadonna Boutique - 2007-present

- Design and develop prototype products for leather accessory line such as wallets, passport cases, tote bags, toiletry bags, and luggage.
- Create and construct custom made-to-order sheeting, bedding, pillows, and other soft fine interior furnishings.
- Manage a team of seamstresses, tailors, and interns in garment production and alterations for clients.
- Assist with owner on company website by adding product images, details, and utilizing Photoshop/Illustrator software.

Intern, Piece Work Sewer, Arizona Apparel Manufacturing, LLC - 2011

- Assisted factory owner in constructing and finishing various knitwear items such as dresses and gaiters.

Tutor & Teacher’s Assistant, The Art Institute of Tucson, Tucson, Arizona - 2009-2011

- Aided students in pattern making, draping, sewing construction, computer design, and fashion illustration courses.
- Organized and maintained labs/classrooms.

Intern, Pour Moi Boutique, Tucson, Arizona - 2011

- Assisted store owner in recreating vintage couture garments into new looks.

Intern, Cry Baby Boutique, Tucson, Arizona - 2009

- Assisted store owner in recreating one of a kind piece garments into new looks.
- Assisted store fashion show event.

Associations

- Student Leadership Institute
- AiTu Fashion Club
- Club Interior Design
- Tucson Fashion Group
- SAAF Tucson

Accomplishments

- Student Ambassador for The Art Institute of Tucson
- Creative Arts Scholarship Winner 2008, 2009, 2010
- Dean’s List - GPA 3.9 - Tucson Design College
- Published illustration in text book, “How to Produce a Fashion Show: From A to Z” by Paula Taylor