Catherine Chuang Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

-Create comprehensive Design Cards in Illustrator for Gap Girls Sweaters and swimwear (contained detailed construction/spec call-outs, flats/detail sketches, and artwork specifications-Produce detailed Illustrator flat sketches and fully-rendered color CADs for presentation boards-Generate Tech Packs in PLM w/ completed BOM component/artwork/color breakdowns-Research market for inspiration and identify seasonal trends/direction

New York, New York, United States

- Design and Manage seasonal development process of Jones NY Womens sweater collection for Mainline and Off-Price accounts, Design and Launch new sustainable womenswear line b New York (2018)- Yarn R&D - partner w/ yarn vendors and overseas agents to identify and assort yarn collection, request pre-season development knit downs, manage yarn chart for SSY/labdip requests/comments/approvals, and work through modifications to meet margin goals- Research and Shop Market to identify seasonal sweater trends/direction that aligns and enhances seasonal concepts, merch line plan needs, and sales strategy- Create Illustrator sketches, CADS, and comprehensive construction detail sketches and callouts; Present and Maintain design boards and line sheets for sketch/proto reviews and market appointments- Partner with Tech Design and Overseas Offices on initial development thru to final/bulk approval to ensure design vision, fit, and construction are clearly communicated and executed to meet production deadlines- Manage PLM Tech Pack Generation and Maintenance (oversee accuracy and clarity of BOM, new trim development, Proto/SRS requests, and all images within TP (flats, CADs, call-outs, artwork, references, etc.) throughout design process- Collaborate w/ cross-functional teams to facilitate work flow/communication, troubleshoot and offer creative solutions to meet margin, and adhere to calendar deadlines, follow line plan, and react to business needs as they evolve- Manage and Guide Associate Designer through all phases of design process; Partner with CAD artists on creating original artwork and color way pitches

New York, Ny

- Responsible for Designing Chaps Womens Sweater Collection. Contributed to $15M (35%) retail growth of sweater business between 2010-2015- Research and Shop to identify seasonal trends/direction; Create trend booklet for Sales/Merch Team- Manage, Mentor, and Guide the work process and development of Assistant Designer and Design Interns- Develop original swatches, prototypes, and artwork to support seasonal concepts thru local knitters, overseas factories, and CAD service- Partner w/ Tech Design and Overseas Office on initial development to ensure design vision, fit, and construction are clearly communicated and executed (responsible for detailed Illustrator flats, construction and fit/spec call-outs, all yarn and trim info for BOM, and any accompanying artwork, ref swatches/samples)- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to facilitate work flow/communication, meet margin/mark-up goals, ensure timely execution (adhere to calendar), follow line plan needs, and react to business needs as they evolve- Conduct all Sweater Fittings w/ Tech Design team from first proto to final/bulk approval (Missy, Petite, and Womens sizes)- Lead all sweater sketch and proto reviews to Brand President, SVP of Design, and cross-functional teams- Work with overseas agents and yarn vendors in HK on sourcing/developing novelty yarns, stitches, patterns, and tailoring samples- Worked as Associate Sweater Designer for Lauren by Ralph Lauren from 2005-2007, launched new lines Chaps (2005), Lauren Jeans Co. (2006), and American Living (2007 & re-launch 2013)- Honored w/ Presidential Award for launch of Chaps Womenswear (2005), 3rd Fiscal Quarter Creativity Award (2007), Presidential Award for Launch of American Living at JCPenny's (2007), Presidential Award for re-launch of American Living at Macy's (2013), & Legacy Award (2015)

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area