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Looking for a challenging position within your company as an extremely organized and Detail oriented professional with experience in Sketching, Computer Programs, and Technical Design.
Summary Of Qualifications:
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Strong background in retail and direct sales.
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator,Excel, Microsoft Office, and Web.
In-depth ability in Research, Sourcing, Organizing, and sketching ideas.
Knowledge in Fabrics, Sewing Construction, Draping, and Patternmaking.
Strong communication, presentation, multi-tasking & time management skills.
Education:
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fashion Design, Woodbury University. Burbank, CA. 2007
Associate of Arts degree in Fashion Design, The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Los Angeles, CA. 2002
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Communication
Performed administrative and general office tasks
Follow-ups: In-house collection samples and buyer requests
Worked with Design, Production, Overseas, and sewing team for the completion and approval of samples
Design
Analyzed market trends in Magazines, Television, and on the Web
Sourced and organized Fabrics and Trims
Developed sketches and concepts boards with color chips and fabrics
Tagged samples, Took pictures, edited images in Photoshop, and created Excel line sheets
Technical
Assisted in fittings and created fit comments
Measured samples and filed and organized all spec sheets
Created Technical flats on Illustrator and organized and created Tech packs
Created and updated Cost Sheets
Updated Work in progress reports
Assisted with color, lab dips, and fabrics
EXPERIENCE
Product Development Assistant, Histem International, Los Angeles, CA. Summer/Fall 2011
Fashion Merchandiser, Hot From Hollywood, Van Nuys, CA. 2009-2011
Handbag/ Accessories Designer, Jacline Designs (Self Employed), Van Nuys, CA. 2008-2009
Fit Tech Assistant/Temp, Dreamgirl Int. Lingerie, Los Angeles, CA. Winter 2008
Assistant Designer, Nonsense Collection, Los Angeles, CA. Summer/Fall 2007
Assistant Designer Internship, Volume One Apparel, Vernon, CA. Winter / Spring 2007
FREELANCE EXPERIENCE
Owner/Freelance Handmade Designer: www.grapedimples.com 2012-Current
Handbags, Baby/Childrens Items, and Accessories
Funky Yaz, Mesmerize Clothing, Juicy Couture, KWDZ (Beautees) 2008 - 2011
Reference Available Upon Request
References: Available upon request
