Eugene Shin
Denim Designer — Newport Beach, CA
About
Designer experienced mostly in denim and denim-based clothing for 8 years now. Computer skills include Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Web PDM, Outlook, etc... Work with patterns, fabrics, trims, lining, sewing construction, threads, fits, dye and lab dips, denim washes, etc... Coordination with numerous contractors domestic and overseas. After all of my experience this has determined my future.
- Experience:
- 8 years
- Education:
- FIDM
- Affiliations:
- Fashion and Graphics
- Awards:
- Worked with well-known designers.
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Eugene Shin
396 Villa Point Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(714) 675-1134
eugeneral@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Apparel designer with hands-on experience in all aspects of garment completion. Specialize in Premium Denim-based market.
EDUCATION
FIDM 2003
SKILLS
• Sketching: By Hand and Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
• Web PDM (Tech Pack program)
• PC and MAC
• Concept/Mood boards
• Cut- markers, yield, etc.
• Fabric: sourcing, weights, content, and construction
• Sewing: familiarity with most industrial machines
• Thread: knowledge of different weights and content
• Wash: comprehension of techniques and chemicals used
• Hardware and trims: experience with application and machines used
• Pattern familiarity: Optitex, PAD
• Email: Microsoft Outlook, Lotus notes, Mac Mail
• Trend forecasting resources: WGSN, Denimhead, Style, etc.
DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Post’age Denim, Associate Designer
APRIL 2010 - PRESENT
• Create concepts with owner for new collections
• Sketch designs by hand, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Pick fabrics from vendors and developed samples
• Work with patternmaker to create new fits
• Provide contractors with proper information to receive perfect samples
PacSun, Denim Designer
JUNE 2008- JANUARY 2010
• Created “Premium” denim styles from lower price point resources
• Attended cross-functional meetings to ensure proper deliveries
• Perfected new fits and styles with Tech Team
• Researched trend forecasting services for new ideas
• Worked with Product Development to create new washes and styling details
• Coordinated with Merchandising to deliver desirable current trends to store
AG Jeans, Associate Design
AUGUST 2006- FEB 2008
• Attended fittings to ensure new fits looked beautiful on the body
• Designed styles consistent with the AG esthetic to strengthen brand identity
• Sourced high quality fabrics and developed innovative finishes for them
• Developed new label/hardware options and colorways
• Sketched new styles in Illustrator for fashion forward styles
• Managed assistants and assigned projects
• Created new collection under director’s concepts and market analysis
• Directed sample sewers to ensure proper sewing techniques
• Developed new washes and colorways
• Collaborated with patternmakers and provided accurate specs and detail information
Rock and Republic, Assistant Design
APR 2004- MAR 2006
• Followed up with samples at wash houses and sewing vendors
• Adjusted patterns according to owner Michael Ball’s call-outs
• Designed graphics for business cards and tee shirts
• Layout for Line sheets
• Finished samples to be salesman ready
• Partnered with vendors to develop new trims
• Sourced premium and cost efficient fabrics
• Coordinated with sales to provide enough presentable salesman samples
• Researched market for current and upcoming trends
Freelance Work
Denim of Virtue
Merchandised line for company’s debut into the Premium Denim market.
Cosa Nostra
Followed up with vendors on sample making process
Red Engine
Created new styles
Eclipse Noir/Unknown Factory
Sketched ideas from Owner’s direction
Evisu/Goldsign
Created an Evisu collection for the “Hollywood” market with Adriano Goldshmied himself
