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Austin, Texas, United States

Create 2D mockups and technical specifications of core jewelry styles for the Fashion teamCommunicate construction and materials of jewelry styles for manufacturingDesign into seasons based on mood, inspiration, and theme

Austin, Texas, United States

Utilize Photoshop and Illustrator to develop mockups for Fine, Sterling, and Men's jewelry styles.Build BOMs of given jewelry styles using PLM software for handoff to manufacturers.Maintain and update assortment sheets to track status of jewelry development per collection.Work cross-functionally with 3D designers and product development teams to gather.

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Provide exceptional customer service through building rapport and curating assistance to customer needs.Close $25k in sales monthly and maintain a data capture rate of +80%.

Austin, Texas, United States

• Trash to Treasure is a sustainable project that aims to divert reusable items from the landfill and redistribute them to UT students and staff
• Divert 6000+ lbs of gently used items from the landfill annually by coordinating large-scale donation drive with UT dorms
• Coordinate monthly pop-up thrift sales to redistributes 4000+ donations into the UT community and brings in $4000+ in sales to fund sustainability projects on campus
• Collaborate with co-lead to manage 80+ team members and volunteers to assist in running project events
• Directs social media account and responsible for increased following and engagement

Austin, Texas, United States

• Assist with daily business functions of a local apparel and fabric merchandiser by cutting fabric, shipping orders, creating swatches, and photographing inventory
• Conduct research and create mock-ups for rebranding project to align shipping materials with brand values and aesthetic

Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark

• Performed research to develop bioplastics for use as alternatives to plastic based products in the textile and apparel industry
• Utilized CAD technology to create embellishments from biomaterial: Fusion 360 modeling software, 3D printing, and laser cutting
• Collaborated with fellow interns to design and construct a zero-waste garment using the developed materials
• Assembled an exhibition to display the final work and to demonstrate the applications of our research

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

• Learned bridal alteration skills: stuffing bustles, tacking lace, and reinforcing beading
• Acquired advanced skills: bridal fittings, Black Tux measurements, and industrial machine sewing
• Assisted guests with fittings, appointment scheduling, and POS checkout

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

• Assisted with Bridal, Bridesmaid, and Black Tux fittings
• Mastered preliminary alteration tasks such as stuffing bustles, tacking lace, reinforcing beading, and steaming gowns for pick-ups

Austin, Texas, United States

• Standardized waste management signage across campus to improve sustainability at UT, specifically with regards to reaching our Zero Waste goal to divert 90% of all materials from the landfill
• Responsibilities included operating a UT electric vehicle, loading and restocking inventory, working with a team to hang waste management signage throughout campus, and participating in weekly check ins

Austin, Texas, United States

• Leased fourteen communities in Austin's West Campus for American Campus Communities
• Generated interest and drove occupancy among prospective tenants through providing tours and navigating options
• Conducted lease retention efforts to secure lease renewals
• Built relationships with residents by conducting monthly community event and regularly resolving conflicts
• Scored perfect 100 on Virtual Tour Shop in 2021

Austin, Texas, United States

• Owned and operated a handcrafted merchandise brand that had a two-week turnaround time
• Generated roughly $1500 from over 250 expedited orders in the first 3 months of operation
• Participated in displaying work and selling inventory at fashion shows and pop ups

Bachelor Of Science, Textiles And Apparel

Bachelor's of Science Textiles and Apparel Major Apparel, Technical, and Functional Design

Bachelor Of Science In Family And Consumer Sciences, Fashion Merchandising

Achieved Dean's list for Fall 2019 and Spring 2020 Completed all university core credits in two semesters prior to successfully.