Ann Chen
Fashion Designer — San Francisco, CA
About
Detail is retail. This is a manifesto I’ve learned, embraced, and grown with every step of the way in my professional career. It’s the “little things” that matter — I’ve learned through experience that people take notice when I shake their hands with a solid grip, present a project printed on hearty 44 lbs paper, or add a superfine contrast stitch detail to the inside of a blazer. Others take me seriously because I take myself seriously. I look forward to your challenge.
- Experience:
- 4 years
- Education:
- Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
- Affiliations:
- Phi Theta Kappa, International Honor Society
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Resumé
KEY STRENGTHS
. Ability to formulate color palettes
. Strong understanding of apparel construction
. Understands aesthetic form & the ability to design for different
consumers
. Great knowledge of manufacturing processes and impact of design
. Knowledge of textile and material construction and properties
. Excellent communication skills, proactive, resourceful, fluent in Mandarin
EDUCATION
FIDM / Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, San Francisco, CA
Associate of Arts Degree: Fashion Design
International Honor Society – Phi Theta Kappa
EXPERIENCE
Gymboree Corporation, San Francisco, CA
Associate Designer, Present
. Responsible for high-quality execution of design collections specifically for Kid & Baby Boy market
. Works with Product Director to give input on line and product direction bases on market research
. Create design packages during design process utilizing CAD software
. Tracks design schedule to ensure timely completion of predetermined development calendar
. Partner with merchandising to assort line and develop product in line with business strategy
Swellas Co., San Mateo, CA
Designer, Present
. Responsible for high-quality execution of designs in the outerwear category for men & women
. Researches industry and product periodicals for new & cause-related information
. Partners with global developers/material sourcing to create an environmental friendly product
. Update BOMs, line sheets, and sketches following sample fitting
Viogemini, Fremont, CA
Design Intern, 2010
. Worked independently inside a entrepreneurial but collaborative environment with Owner
. Interpreted design feedback and changes to create a finished product for fitting
. Created production/design kits for gowns and accessories as needed
PORTFOLIO & REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
