Ana Leyva

● Set-up initial Tech Packs and Pattern data to send out overseas.
● Constant communications with overseas production and vendors.
● Assist the Senior Technical Designer in fittings and comments for production.
● Plot Patterns for construction sewing samples.
● Assist in measuring to identify any fit issues.
● Arrange and organize fittings with models.
● Take detailed notes during fittings.
● Keep track of all the patternmaker’s work to be sent out overseas in timely manner.
● Creating technical flats on illustrator.
● Follow up on samples to help maintain delivery.
● Remaining flexible to assist in any requests

● Heavy use of Photoshop and Illustrator to translate hand-sketches for pattern cards.
● Created Art boards and mood boards with direction of the designer.
● Worked along pattern makers and sewing and oversaw sample production.
● Assisted in creating line-sheets.
● Communicated frequently with fabric and trim sources.
● Handled packages to be sent out overseas for production or nation-wide.
● Oversaw the production of dying, fabric sourcing, and sublimation.
● Prepared for Design Meetings with sales.