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Designer
Jul 2013 - Apr 2015 (1 year 9 months)
- Help with the design process, pattern and the development of prototypes
- Communicate with vendors, and sewing contractors to ensure quality control of all products
- Source leathers, trims, textiles, and notions from vendors
- Oversee the development and implement brand direction
- Assist in the development of both print and digital marketing including advertising, e-mail marketing campaigns and creating/updating social media sites
- Research trends for future seasons which include: arrangement of mood boards, inspiration boards and color story boards
- Prepare textiles for sewing which include: cutting, skiving, and marking
- Manage time to meet deadlines and solve problems when issues occur
- Create tech packs in Adobe Illustrator
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Associate Designer
Anthony James
Nov 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year 2 months)
- Overseeing production and ensuring quality control
- Work directly with the designers
- Source leathers, trims, textiles, and notions from local vendors
- Pattern and prototype accessories: Bowties, harnesses, holsters, backpacks and wallets
- Prepare textiles for the assembly process, which include cutting, skiving, and marking
- Assist in fittings for clients when needed
- Keep workspace tidy and organized
- Create tech packs in Adobe Illustrator
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Visual Merchandiser
Love Culture Inc
Jul 2012 - Aug 2013 (1 year 1 month)
- Conceptualized new window installations
- Traveled throughout the US with the Visual Team planning and executing store openings
- Developed visual directives for mannequins and windows
- Assisted the Manager of the visual department in the development and look of window displays
- Implemented Visual Guidelines at a retail level
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Intern
Odilon
Dec 2011 - May 2012 (5 months)
- Assisted the designer in the pattern making process and the construction of sample garments
- Prepared flats, tech packs and spec sheets for garment manufacturing
- Sourced trims, notions and textiles at showrooms
- Helped with the fall 2012 presentation at Milk Studios Fashion Week in New York City
- Daily tasks included: Running errands, organizing, social media updates and keeping the workspace tidy