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JESSICA BARKLEY
Los Angeles, CA
(949) 338 1408
jessicabarkleydesign@gmail.com
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Designer with 15+ years experience and three college degrees particularly skilled in the following:
o Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; Microsoft Office Suite
o Meeting deadlines/targeted goals
o Managing enterprises/providing team leadership
o Developing complete concepts
o Sketching/illustrating ideas skillfully
o Creating CADs and tech packs
o Communicating my ideas with ease
o Creating original prints and color ways
o Solving problems in a polite/professional manner
o Recognizing trends in advance
o Sourcing fabrics and prints
o Overseeing fittings and sample production
o Merchandising collections
o Creating editorial content
o Presenting collections to buyers
o Speaking fluently in Spanish, English, French and basic Italian
o Available for travel
EXPERIENCE
Vertigo (US Apparel Group) Los Angeles, CA
Freelance Fashion Designer 2015 Present
Creating Collections for off market
o buyers (eg. Marmax, Ross, etc.)
o Sketching original designs and developing CADs
o Creating tech packs for selected styles
o Creating mood boards to tie collections to seasonal trends
o Presenting collections to buyers
o Managing assistant designers in addition to other members of the U.S. Apparel team
o Creating original prints for textiles
o Approving dyes and color ways
o Organizing and overseeing photo shoots for editorials, press, etc.
o Merchandising showrooms along with booths at trade shows
AIE Official San Clemente, CA
Design Director 2013-2015
o Responsible for concept design and product development
o Overseeing the sample making process from start to finish
o Ensuring the timely completion of seasonal collections
o Selecting seasonal colors for each collection
o Researching flattering silhouettes for garments which follow trends within the market
o Estimating cost of production and pricing of garments
o Merchandising the collection for tradeshows
o Organizing photo shoots for editorials, press, etc
Jessica Barkley Designs Laguna Beach, CA
Fashion Designer/Creative Director: 2009-2014
o Developing a new collection each season then following the process from concept to finish
o Traveling overseas to Premier Vision for trend research and fabric/trim sourcing
o Creating inspiration boards and sketches for each collection
o Estimating cost of production and pricing of garments
o Directing photo shoots for editorials, press, etc.
o Working with pattern makers and sample makers to ensure timely completion of garments
o Visually merchandising the atelier
o Ensuring timely delivery of finished garments to boutiques
o Working closely with VIP clients
o Helping brides to develop custom bridal gowns
Lanficio Peru Lima, Peru
Production Assistant: 2004-2008
o Sketching original designs and creating CADs for knitwear
o Overseeing fittings of finished samples
o Researching seasonal trends and creating mood boards based upon trends
o Selecting color ways and approving yarn dyes
o Traveling to Peru to present ideas
o Directing photo shoots for editorials, press, etc.
o Sourcing yarns and trims from Europe
o Finding manufacturers to produce the collection
Denise Marciano Couture Paris, France
Freelance Designer 1995-1999
o Working closely with exclusive clients and scheduling fittings
o Organizing meetings with vendors and potential buyers
o Researching colors/trends for each season
o Translating from French to English for private clients
o Organizing special events
EDUCATION
ÉCOLE DE MODE Á PARIS: 1991
Major: Fashion Design
FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING, LA: 1989-1991
Graduate: Associate of the Arts Degree in Fashion Design
HARVARD UNIVERSITY: 1987
Majors: Government & International Law
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO: 1985-1987
Graduate: Masters Degree in International Affairs
LEWIS & CLARK COLLEGE: 1981-1984
Graduate: Bachelors Degree in Liberal Arts
