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SHARON M. HAROON
2881 Central Park Way NE #201
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
mumtazsh15@gmail.com
(310)773-7809
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a design position utilizing my creativity and vast
industry experience.
EXPERIENCE
LUCKY BRAND JEANS, Vernon, CA June 2008-Present
Colorist/Print Specialist
* Develop color palettes for both Mens and Womens apparel for
each season
* Approve/make comments on lab dips from the dye house
* Coordinate with overseas vendors on lab dips for each style
* Assist the designers in presenting concept to company founders
* Research current trends for color, print, and overall theme
inspiration
* Support the design team by providing training and assistance
with CADS and other color/print-related development, including
print recolors
* Schedule appointments with print vendors to purchase vintage
artwork
SWAT FAME, INC. City Of Industry, CA September 2007-April 2008
Associate Designer
* Developed embroideries, screen prints, and beading designs
* Worked closely with designer on preparing color and designs for
upcoming line
* Worked with patternmakers, sewers, and cutters for sample
development
* Scanned, cleaned, and recolored prints for approaching market
* Attended fittings and followed up on changes and corrections
* Sourced trim from local vendors for sample development
K. BELL SOCKS, El Segundo, CA October 2006-September 2007
Assistant Designer
* Check and spec sock designs from first prototype through production
* Recolor designs for customer purchase orders
* Work with designer on color, fabrication and designs for
specific customers
* Develop packaging for customer orders
SAMSUNG CARAVEL, Los Angeles, CA September 2006
Temporary Textile Sales Assistant
* Prepared fabric strike offs to be shipped to customers
* Submitted lab dips to the mills and customers
* Attend meetings with local fabric vendors
EDUCATION
Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI.
Bachelor of Applied Arts: May 2006
Major: Apparel Design and Merchandising
Minor: Marketing
DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING SKILLS:
CAD (Computer Aided Design), illustration, advanced apparel
construction, pattern
development, advanced textile knowledge, fashion buying, trend
forecasting, visual
merchandising and marketing basics.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Adobe Illustrator CS 2, Adobe Photoshop CS 2, Dream Weaver,
Lectra U4ia, Microsoft Office.
ACTIVITIES
Fashion Association of Merchandising and Design (2005-2006)
(2003-2004)
Fashion Designer for Central Michigan Threads Fashion Show (April
2006) (March 2004)
Fashion Group International Conference (2003)
