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New York City Metropolitan Area

Wovens and knitwear designer for multiple performance and activewear brands specializing in chic utility and sustainability.

New York, New York, United States

Associate Lounge & Activewear designer for The Levy Group private labels: Simon Miller, BCBG, Sage Collective, Aqua, Kinesis,

New York, New York, United States

-Collaborated with design team in facilitating all aspects of design process from concept to sample production-Developed artwork( sketches, prints and trims) reflective of Tahari brand identity-Created tech packs, BOMs and worksheets for seasonal collections. -Assisted in generating updated line sheets and color cards-Regularly communicated with international and domestic factories in developing seasonal collections-Worked with Sales team in presenting the collection with the updated qualities and standards-Managed logistics with mills and factories to ensure the collection is produced within the delivery schedules

New York, New York, United States

-Researched and developed techniques with the design team to create high-end outerwear collections -Created prints and trims evoking the Dawn Levy identity-Organized shipping and transportation of fabrics and trims-Liaised with marketing team in the creation of advertisements, billboards, website content and social media strategies -Executed advertising campaigns with the marketing team from story board proposals, location scouting, model casting, styling and post-production editing

New York, Ny

-Worked alongside senior designer to research new techniques and trends that support marketing and brand strategies for Avec les Filles, dress divisions under The Levy Group Inc. . -Created and edited artwork based on seasonal market trends and priorities-Contributed in product development through mood board creation and sketching-Generated tech-packs, BOMs and worksheets-Organized and archived fabric and trim library -Organized photoshoots for look books and various marketing startegies

New York, Ny

-Researched archive, runway and market trends relevant to the Betsey Johnson identity-Created design proposals, artwork, prints and mood boards -Sketched new styles and updated existing repeat styles-Coordinated with overseas factories in shipping of samples, fabrics and trims-Worked with design and production teams to ensure accurate information transition -Collaborated with marketing team to create look books and buyer specific proposals

New York, Ny

• Assisted in the creation of marketing and sales decks using Illustrator, InDesign and Excel.

Greater New York City Area

Assisted in preliminary design research, created digital flat sketches in Adobe Illustrator, created tech packs. Pulled/purchased fabrics, develop preliminary concepts, assembled presentation boards and inspirational photo research for meetings. Assisted in the development of knitwear mockups in Illustrator, and textile design in Photoshop.

Greater New York City Area

Curated seasonal merchandise of fine mid-century furniture and objets d’art. Purchased and sold merchandise in-store, at auction, online and via 1stDibs.com. Cultivated and expanded relationships with designers and private clients. Consulted on advertising placement for campaigns including Dior, Gucci, Carolina Herrera, Loewe; editorials for Vogue and W; and set designs by Mary Howard Studio and Stefan Beckman. Managed participation in industry tradeshows including The Armory , Kips Bay Showhouse, The Pier Show, overseeing booth display and design of promotional materials. Liaised with restoration, customization and refurbishment contractors. Directed logistics of consolidated merchandise for domestic and international shipping. Produced and executed all in-store and on-line marketing materials

Greater New York City Area

Consulted with factories on production and delivery schedules; addressed issues requiring immediate corrective strategy. Updated tech packs and seasonal master line sheets. Coordinated delivery schedules of trims, fabrics and garments. Analyzed and tracked all phases of transaction cycle, from initial order to final production. Sourced vendors and negotiated pricing on fabrics, trims and hardware.

Greater New York City Area

Sketched for upcoming collections, updated seasonal mood boards. Assisted with fittings, alterations and tech pack development. Created and updated seasonal master line sheet. Organized accessories, coordinated looks and dressed models backstage and at runways shows.