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My name is Tiana Rogers. My work and internship experiences have given me the proper set of skills and experience in order to perform above average in any entry level position. I have experience doing artwork for garments including patterns, and repeats in different color ways. I am also proficient with flat sketching, tracking production, preparing and maintaining tech packs, garment specs and fitting corrections, line sheets, fabric and trim sourcing, presentation boards just to name a few. I am also excellent with computers and applications including Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook, as well as Adobe PhotoShop and Illustrator. I feel that these qualifications would make me an excellent candidate for any entry level position.
I am aware of the responsibility and opportunities available today and I\'m ready for a new challenge. I am available at your convenience any weekday.I am able to provide excellent references, as well as a portfolio upon request. Thank you for your time and please feel free to contact me at my email address tianam.rogers@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position in the fashion industry that allows the opportunity for growth and advancement.

EDUCATION
Virginia Commonwealth University, School of the Arts August 2005 – August 2009 Richmond, VA
Degree: Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fashion Design GPA: 3.1

RELATED EXPERIENCE
 Feb 2010 – Dec 2010: Assistant Designer for Josh Brody in New York:
• Completed technical flats by hand and in Illustrator.
• Fabric and trim sourcing at local vendors.
• Steamed garments.
• Assisted Josh Brody and design team in preparation for Holiday 2010 and Spring 2011 Collections by taking notes during fittings and line review meetings.
• Compiled tech packs which include flats, fabric, trim, garment grading and garment specs.
• Maintained constant relationship with cutter and factory to ensure proper cutting and construction of garments for samples as well as production
• Prepared and participated for Holiday 2010 and Spring 2011 Photo shoots

 Jul 16th – Jul 20th 2010: Draper/Patternmaker for R&M Richards- Morgan Label:
• One time project where I was compensated to drape and pattern a day dress for the company

 May 2010-Present: Designer for Online Clothing Store:
• Complete CAD drawings in illustrator of different necklines, sleeves, tops and bottoms for interactive online clothing store.

 Aug - Dec 2009: Design intern for Betsey Johnson in New York:
• Assisted Betsey Johnson and design team in preparation for summer and fall 2010 Collections by taking notes during fittings and line review meetings.
• Styled Mannequins.
• Completed technical flats by hand and in Illustrator.
• Steamed garments.
• Compiled import design packages for knits and wovens including fabric, trim and color keys.
• Created and edited artwork in Photoshop for sweater intarsias, jacquards and prints.
• Helped with sewing mock up samples and alterations.
• Fabric and trim sourcing at local vendors.
• Helped with Preparations for the Spring 2010 “Betsey’s One Night Stand” Fashion Show. Assisted PR department with invitations, assembled gift bags, alterations, and was a dresser for the show.
• Set up and worked as cashier for sample sales.
• Created presentation boards for meetings and reviews.

 2007: Hannah Lauren Handbags and Accessories:
• Created custom made handbags.

 2007: Unique Tailors:
• Drew hand drawn technical flats of designer custom suits for men

SKILLS
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & Modaris. Excellent with sewing, draping and drafting. Work well with both knits and wovens. Ability to create concept boards and experience researching trends. Skilled with creating technical and hand drawn flats. Experience with designing prints and fabrics. Knowledgeable on garment specs as well as fitting garments. Experience with create design tech packages.

VOLUNTEER WORK
• 2009 Betsey Johnson Sample Sale: Worked as cashier and helped set up
• 2009 Fashion Night Out: Assisted at the Betsey Johnson Soho store helping customers
• Sept 2009 “Betsey’s One Night Stand” Fashion Show: Worked as Bellhop
• Sept 2009 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: Selected as volunteer
• May 2006 VCU Annual Fashion Show: Served as dresser
• 2006: SecaVision, Inc.: Assisted CEO in designing special needs characters for web site for non-profit organization @ www.secavision.com
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 2009: Critics Choice Award for Evening Wear
• 2009: Critics Choice Award for Modaris
• 2009: We Sew Cool Senior Fashion Show - (5) Garments
• 2009: Muse Annual Juried Fashion Show- (5) Garments
• 2009: Pollak Society Fashion Show – (1) Garment
• 2008: Digital Threads Annual Juried Fashion Show - (3) Garments
• 2008: Dean’s list
• 2008: Critics Choice Award for Knit Wear
• 2008: Article & photo in Richmond Magazine- May 2008 pg 46