Mariana Bernardo Whatley Email & Phone Number

• Collaborate with the Design Director on research and forecast to review and design current and new products. • Create patterns and color mockups for design collection planning. Build collection presentations and technical specifications for each product.• Directly communicate with vendors and manufacturers domestically and abroad to coordinate the Lab dip colors for new and existent products and assist them with product development schedules and calendars. • Responsible for data integrity and organization of master library for trims, fabrics, colors and samples.• Work together with product development team, assisting the entire process from initial meeting to the approval of all pre-production samples, ensuring alignment with Shefit’s design vision and appropriate pricing to meet margin requirements.

United States

• Working and studying in a different country and culture has helped me develop professionally and personally. I have been able to: o Improve my communication skills and English-speaking fluency; o Learn how to deal with and resolve difficult situations; ando Learn how to adapt to new environments.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

• Developed and implemented social media marketing strategies to increase followers and drive sales.• Created engaging and original social media content to increase online traffic and attract and retain customers.• Managed online store operations and strategy while providing outstanding customer service to ensure a positive shopping experience and high customer satisfaction.• Created and designed collections and styled personalized outfits according to client preferences.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

• Assisted designer and followed-up on deliverables with vendors throughout the entire design process from conception and pre-production to product development to final styling.• Monitored production calendar and managed pre-production sample tracking and organizing.• Analyzed fashion trends, fabrics and techniques to gain design inspiration and forecast designs and styles that would appeal to consumers.• Assisted with production of collections, including researching and selecting fabrics and styles and sketching concepts for designs.

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

• Researched and purchased fabrics, trims, and supplies for pre-production and production of collections.• Created fit samples, tech packs, and product specifications for various lines.• Collaborated with team members to develop seasonal themes and create new concepts.• Assisted with production and styling for collection photoshoots.

Diploma Of Education, Fashion Merchandising, 4.0

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Fashion/Apparel Design