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Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Remote

-Soft & Hard Wovens, Cut & Sew Knits for Womenswear & Juniors-Trend forecasting & current trend analysis-Moodboards, color direction & palettes,-Print direction and approval-Embroidery & special trims development-Collection development-Concept hand sketches-Flat sketches-Tech packs, spec creation & line sheets-Fitting approval, sample review-Supplier communication

Rio De Janeiro

-Responsible for wovens and knits across all categories in solids, prints and embroidery; -Coordinated internal pattern making and sample construction teams for best execution of prototypes; -Approved fit, reviewed samples, and collaborated with technical and production teams to ensure quality standards; -Communicated daily with US team, assistants and designers to align collection needs and to meet deadlines; -Hand sketched ideas of new designs for development aesthetics approval of collections; -Developed digital presentations with mood boards, color charts, sketches and materials; -Created new exclusive trims for each collection with metals, beads, stones, and embroidery; -Researched current and future industry trends online and shopping the market; -Developed line sheets with CAD sketches, colorways and monthly collection planning; -Coordinated look book photoshoots to ensure products are well-presented for final sale.

Rio De Janeiro, Brasil

-Responsible for soft and hard wovens, and sweaters across all categories and fabrications; -Managed overall design process from ideation to pre-production, making sure all deadlines were met; -Conducted research of the market, up and coming fashion trends and analyzed consumer behavior; -Strategized with buying and commercial teams to develop a cohesive collection mix and to create "best sellers"; -Developed color direction charts, mood boards, specs with drawings, measurements, materials and trims; -Sourced fabrics and trims with Asian, Brazilian and European suppliers; -Collaborated in the approval of seasonal prints and selection of base fabrics based on price targets; -Approved fit of all styles, reviewed samples and followed up with suppliers to ensure production quality standards; -Managed and mentored assistants, interns and designers to align collections needs and priorities; -Monitored sales reports to stay up to date with consumer preferences; -Creative and strategic leader responsible for 50% of brands total sales.

Rio De Janeiro, Brasil

-Responsible for the cut & sew knit line (solids, garment wash, tie-dyes, yarn dye stripes, embroidery);-Increased line sales by 20%;-Developed yarn dye stripes and color combos on illustrator;-Successfully developed a high-end pima cotton line in Peru.

Rio De Janeiro, Brasil

-Co-responsible for the cut and sew knits and embroidered wovens line;-Developed yarn dye stripes and color combos using Illustrator;-Created technical spec sheets with trims and layouts for development in Asian factories;-Registered BOM Data in PLM system of all styles and raw materials;;-Monitored wholesale and retail sales by developing product rank by collection.

Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

-Developed bags and accessories products from conception to production with Asian suppliers.-Sourced and developed new fabrics, colors, prints, and trims for the products.-Coordinated the sample development and production processes in Asia.-Negotiated prices for finished products, fabrics, and trims.-Created technical spec sheets with measurements, trims, and layouts for the products.-Monitored sales reports and analyzed the results of the collection to keep up to date with consumer preferences.

New York, United States

-Co-responsible for the juniors cut & sew knits;-Focused on private labels for brands such as JC Penney, Macy's, and Kohls;-Sourced and selected fabrics and trims for the line;-Developed line colorways for the collection;-Maintained daily contact with suppliers to ensure correct and timely development of samples;-Assisted in other responsibilities as needed.

New York, United States

-Responsible for the Juniors cut & sew knits line;-Created technical packages and BOM updates in PLM system.;-Created production packages with colorways and color standards;-Assisted technical designers to ensure proper fit of garments for production stage;-Created prints and screenprint labels;-Developed repeats, colorways and matched colors in Photoshop and Illustrator.

New York, United States

- Participated in inspirational and forecasting research to determine design direction for new collections;- Material sourcing, textile treatment and sewing techniques;- Communicated with factories to assure quality control;- Participated in NY Fashion week preparation and backstage;- Paid internship due to excellent performance;

Bachelor Of Fine Arts, Fashion Design And Marketing

Activities and Societies: - Fashion Show “Strut” (Designed and constructed six looks) - Fashion Show “Fashion Matinee” (Designed.

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