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JESSICA WEST
39430 Medina Court
Murrieta, CA 92562
jessica.west@verizon.net
951-775-4953
EDUCATION
California Polytechnic State University,
Pomona, CA December 2014
Bachelor of Science,
International Apparel Management Major GPA: 3.87
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Apparel Design and Merchandising Strategies
Wrote a business strategy report for an apparel manufacturer
Illustrated core, carryover, and new garments for the collection and created storyboard
Created line sheets and sales sheets for a seasonal product line.
Simulated a wholesale purchase using an open-to-buy budget for a small retail store
Digital Design
Developed mood boards using Adobe Photoshop to illustrate collection inspiration
Rendered textiles fabrications such as denim, tulle, and satin, and block repeat patterns
Researched fashion trends, designed technical and stylized flats.
Fashion Illustration
Designed a line of womens clothing using hand sketching and water color techniques
Created original croquis of female fashion figures in various poses
Apparel Product Analysis
Analyzed apparel construction features of ready-to wear apparel
Constructed samples on industrial equipment of various stitch and seam classifications
Created specifications and technical packages using CAD and spreadsheets
Textile Fabrication
Understanding of fibers, yarns, and fabrics, their structure, and production process
Analyzed the end-use requirements of garments to make appropriate textile selections
SKILLS
Excellent hand sketching and illustration, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop (CS6)
Proficient Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Explorer
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITES
Apparel Merchandising and Management Leadership Program
National Society of Leadership and Success, Member
Inland Valley Classical Ballet Theater, Corps de Ballet
