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EDUCATION
The Art Institute of Wisconsin 07/2011Present
Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design
Rufus King High School 08/2007-05/2011
High School Diploma
EMPLOYMENT
Moda Muñeca Designs 02/2009-Present
Milwaukee, WI
Founder/Designer
Responsible for creative design for Moda Muñeca.
Effective Communication
Follow up and keep track of customers\' orders, satisfaction and suggestions.
Project Development
Collaborating with team of models, hair stylist, make- up artist, photographers, etc. in the development of my clothing line, Moda Muñeca.
Project Management
Work directly with clients to create garments they want/ need and that also represent my design aesthetic.
Documentation
Write and edit documents for fashion shows & photo shoots (ex. liability forms, model application forms).
Old Navy 10/2009 08/2011
Brown Deer, WI
Sales Associate
Welcome customers as they enter the store
Operate the cash register
Manage and re-stock Inventory
Assist customers with fashion knowledge
Maintain a neat and orderly store
Kept back room and displays organized
Harley Davidson 06/2012 -Present
Milwaukee, WI
Design Assistant (externship)
Assist fashion and technical designers
Measure mens/ womens samples
Update/edit and create spec sheets in WEBPDM
Update sample comments in WEBPDM
Edit sketches in Adobe Illustrator
File and update fabric samples, lab dips, graphic samples
SKILLS
Proficiency in sewing/ sketching, Client satisfaction, Great Customer Service Skills, Critical thinker, Leadership abilities, Strategic Problem Solver, Self-starter, Perform well in high-demand, fast-paced environments, Effective Communication Skills. Great Organization Skills, Fresh outlook on Fashion, Creative, Ability to adjust to change, Fast learner.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Youngest fashion designer in The Fashion Revolution-Milwaukee, two years in a row, 2010-2011.
Featured designer on Redline Milwaukee\'s Recycled runway segment on The Morning Blend Milwaukee (3:25). http://www.themorningblend.com/videos/130186703.html
One of 500 young adults selected to participate in Teen Vogue\'s Fashion University program (NYC, New York). Accepted to program in 2010, 2011, 2012. Attended program in 2011.
Featured in: Skorch Magazine (online)-NY, Shepherds Express-WI, Brava Magazine (online)-WI, Milwaukee Magazine (online)-WI, Sugar Lips Lifestyle Tips (online)-WI/CA, Urban Mogul-Life
SOFTWARE
Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, WEBPDM
REFERENCES
Furnished Upon Request
