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Designed line based on concepts and direction from clientDesigned denim, wovens, knits and tees for Spring/Summer 09 Designed hardware and trims and labels for clothing lineCreated graphics and all artwork, CADs and tech packs for clothing line; Squeeze JeansFlat Sketcher for Juniors line Designed denim and wovens styles based on direction from client Designed back pocket artworkFila Mens Lifestyle Designer Designed sportswear and graphic tees for Filas lifestyle componentDeveloped knits, tees and outerwear pieces to go back to sneaker stylesCreated graphic tees for specialty marketCreated CAD artwork, hand and flat sketched concepts and created linelists 2003 Designed graphics with licensed character from Disney, Marvel and DC Comics andcreated CADS and tech packs for book bags and school supplies for children at licensing company

Research domestic markets in order to identify new trends, fabrics and techniquesDesign denim, non-denim pants and shorts, woven shirts, tee shirts, cut and sew knits and outwearDevelop line direction from start to completionPrepare design concept boards and presentation boardsDetailed flat sketchingCreate computer-generated prints, stripes, plaids and color ways using CAD system from concept to final art Design graphics (screens, embroideries, labels, hang tags, hardware)Create complete technical packagesApprove lab dips and pre-productionResponsible for day-to-day follow up with overseas factoriesTravel to Hong Kong and China to factories

Researched domestic markets in order to identify new trends, fabrics and techniquesDesigned denim, woven, knit styles and outwearDesigned accessories and footwear: Hats, bags, belts and sneakersAssisted in fittings with modelsAssisted in the development of new linesInvolved in all aspects of the design processPrepared design concept boards and presentation boardsDetailed flat sketchingCreated computer-generated prints, stripes, plaids and color ways using CAD system from concept to final art Designed graphics (screens, embroideries, labels, hang tags)Created complete technical packagesApproved lab dips and pre-productionResponsible for day-to-day follow up with overseas factories

Design of woven garments Point person for factories for entire production processCommunicated with multiple mills/factories dailySupervised wash development for denim and non denimResponsible for all woven bit loom development and approvalWorked closely with designers on fabric selections per styleMaintained fabric libraryResponsible for approval of all strike offs and salesman samplesApproved washes, lab dips and fits for all wovens, denim, knits, tees and outerwearResponsible for fittings Checked garments to confirm adherence to the specsCreated and adjusted all specs based on adjustments made during fittingCreated complete technical packagesResponsible for sending out technical packages to factory Maintained line lists and CAD’s and work directly with Sales staff to ensure readiness for sales

Illustration and design for Boys T-shirt line