Coroflot

Resume

Ken Townsend
New York, NY
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Education:
Bachelor of Science, Apparel and Textile Design
May 2004
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

Computer Skills (Mac & PC Platforms):
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Outlook, Entourage, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Specialties:
- Conceptual Design - CADS & Graphic Pattern Design
- Sketching figures and flats
- Wovens and Cut and Sew Knits
- Patternmaking, draping and fittings
- Sourcing fabrics and trims

Work Experience:

Assistant Designer - The Nat Nast Company - New York, NY
7/10-Present
- Assist in creation of four lines per year
- Create original and edit existing CADS using Adobe Illustrator
- Develop new bodies, details, and cable knit designs
- Create merchandising & presentation boards for private label and licensed projects
- Draw, edit, choose thread, and send out embroideries
- Approve and send out lab dips, handlooms, and fabric submits
- Set up seasonal plans and daily correspond with factories to ensure timely delivery of samples

Website Designer (Freelance) - Charlie's Custom Tailor - New York, NY
2/10-Present
- Website and online media consulting
- Creation of new company website
- Redesigned company logo
- Created artwork for woven garment labels
- Site maintenance

Operations Assistant - Alan Flusser Custom Shop - New York, NY
6/09-Present
- Take notes during garment fittings for custom clients
- Manage alterations calendar and coordinate deadlines with the tailor-shop
- Manage updates and out-lists of fabric books
- Re-sample and edit graphics for mood boards
- Showroom set up and merchandising
- Assist in training of interns

Denim Design & Pattermaker (Freelance) - Dazzee Designs - Chicago, IL
5/08-7/09
- Created concept sketches and sourced fabric and trims for denim and skirt designs
- Created production patterns and constructed denim jean samples

Patternmaker (Freelance) - Diavale Skate Brand Sportswear - Chicago, IL
8/7-2/08
- Created tech drawings of samples
- Made rubb-off and final pattern for cut and sew knit designs
- Drafted and graded sample patterns

Marketing and Brand Consultant - (Contract) - Alwayz Official Fashions Boutique - Chicago, IL
12/08-4/09
- Developed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and in-store traffic
- Developed social network marketing plan that increased brand image by 15%
- Worked with sales associates in marketing, and branding strategies
- Company liaison for fashion shows, in-store, and nightlife promotional events

Custom Designer - Infinite Fashions LLC - Chicago, IL & New York, NY
01/04-Present
- Create men’s and women’s custom & RTW apparel
- Create flat patterns, computer drafted, and draped designs for clients
- Source materials and trims for RTW product line and custom designs
- Organize schedules and agendas to meet deadlines for garments, fashion shows, and promotional events
- Trained interns and associates in Fashion CAD, line development, and fashion marketing strategies

Assistant Designer - Ima’g Bridal - Detroit, MI
3/98-10/00
- Assisted in altering patterns, cutting, and sewing for custom designs
- Made concept sketches for custom client designs
- Placed purchase orders for garments, fabrics, and trims from manufacturers (foreign and domestic)
- Assisted in fashion show set ups and garment preparation
- Aided clients with coordinating wedding attire
- Participated in test dying fabrics for custom bridal and bridesmaid dresses