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Freelance Apparel Designer
Self-Employed
Austin, TX
Apr 2021 - Present (3 years 5 months)
● Conceptualize and design over 100 apparel and accessory items, including athletic apparel,
leisurewear, golf apparel, cold weather accessories, hosiery and urban fashion.
● Collaborates with clients to understand their vision and requirements, successfully translating
ideas into tangible designs.
● Utilizes Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create detailed designs, ensuring they are in line with
current fashion trends and client specifications.
● Manages the entire design process, from initial sketch to final product, ensuring quality control
and adherence to deadlines.
● Conducted market research to stay ahead of fashion trends, incorporating innovative elements
into designs to keep offerings fresh and competitive
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Senior Designer
New York, NY
Jul 2016 - Apr 2021 (4 years 9 months)
● Spearheaded the design and development of seasonal collections, aligning with private label’s
strategic goals and market trends, resulting in a 20% increase in customer engagement.
● Collaborated with the marketing and sales teams to ensure product alignment with consumer
demand and brand identities, enhancing market presence and profitability.
● Mentored assistant designers and interns, fostering a creative and productive work environment
conducive to innovation and team growth.
● Utilized expertise in textile selection, pattern making, and prototype evaluation to ensure
high-quality product offerings.
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Associate Designer
New York, NY
Mar 2013 - Jan 2014 (10 months)
● Collaborated with the design team to develop seasonal collections for leg apparel, including socks, tights, leggings and cold weather accessories aligning with market trends and consumer preferences.
● Utilized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create detailed designs and print patterns, improving
the design process efficiency by 20%.
● Conducted competitor analysis to identify gaps in the market, resulting in the introduction of a
highly successful eco-friendly leggings line that increased department revenue by 15%.
● Coordinated with the production team to ensure designs were accurately translated into final
products, maintaining a 98% accuracy rate.
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Assistant Designer
Fownes Brothers LLC
New York, NY
May 2011 - May 2012 (1 year)
● Contributed to the design and development of women's and men’s accessories resulting in a 20%
increase in customer satisfaction.
● Assisted in the creation of technical drawings and detailed specifications for over 100 designs,
enhancing communication with manufacturers and ensuring accuracy in production.
● Conducted comprehensive market and trend research to inform design decisions, contributing to
the development of trend-forward products that successfully met market demands.
● Collaborated with the design team to select fabrics, trims, and colors, aligning with seasonal
themes and sustainability goals.
● Utilized Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create and modify design sketches, increasing
efficiency in the revision process.