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Fashion Designer
Koni Son
New York, NY
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About
Hands-on Apparel Designer with 7 years of experience in Design, Patternmaking, and Product Development. Fully technical, strong knowledge in garment construction and excellent communication skills. Proficient in standard office software and design programs. Diverse skill sets covering administrative support, pattern making, textile design, fitting, trend research, and sourcing.
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Education
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Associate in Applied Science Fashion DesignFashion Institute of Technology State University of New York2009
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Bachelor of Cultural Studies American Culture and French CultureSogang University2007
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Experience
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Associate DesignerDonna MorganNew York, NYJun 2014 - Oct 2014 (4 months)• Designed dresses, generated tech packs and oversaw sample development
• Performed multiple design projects for private labels and completed samples with accuracy and punctuality while maintaining low production costs -
Freelance Fashion DesignerAppareline Inc.New York, NYMar 2014 - Jun 2014 (3 months)• Designed junior clothing for private labels and communicated with clients
• Created original print artwork and repeats and updated existing prints -
Freelance Patternmaker/ Design ConsultantImage Pattern Service Inc.New York, NYAug 2013 - Jun 2014 (10 months)• Created patterns, managed fittings and corrected patterns
• Advised design details and fabric choices and provided technical construction advice -
Fashion Designer/ Product Development CoordinatorHeikejarickNew York, NYJun 2011 - Jul 2013 (2 years 1 month)• Designed women’s sportswear and assisted with fabric selection
• Cooperated with local factories on a daily basis and coordinated sampling and production
• Prepared technical sketches, generated line sheets and updated price calculation list
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Assistant DesignerTeri Jon Sports Inc.New York, NYOct 2009 - Oct 2010 (1 year)• Designed day and evening dresses and supervised in-house and overseas sample development
• Created line plan charts, cost sheets, fitting notes and fabric and trim records
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Awards
Scottish Fashion Contest, "City Meets Country, Scotland Means Style"
April 2010
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Skills
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On Coroflot@konison, member since 2009
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Following 1
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Followers 8
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