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New York City Metropolitan Area

Greater New York City Area

• Researched trends by shopping the market and contributed to design research, design and development for Belk’s Brands- Kaari Blue, The Limited, New Directions, Kim Rogers; as well as in-house label Harlow & Rose.• Collaborated with the design team in building seasonal concept boards with new silhouettes, colors and print inspiration as well as updating previous season’s bodies.• Created detailed Tech-Packs via PLM with measurements and detailed sketches to be sent to overseas factories while making sure all deadlines were met.• Communicated with overseas factories on a daily basis: tracked all proto samples as well as oversaw fabric and trim development. • Commented on lab dips and strike offs.• Co-led weekly meetings to manage product cost, chase product and solve development & delivery issues. • Met with buyers in our office to review design, costing & fit of the product as well as ensure on time bulk deliveries.

Greater New York City Area

• Utilized trend research by shopping the market and using forecasting services; created trend boards to help guide the design direction for the season.• Selected key colors for the new season that were in line with predicted trends while still being appropriate for the brand.• Designed capsule collection based on Merchant line plans from concept to completion, as well as incorporated feedback for finalization.• Created detailed garment specs and sent them for sample production overseas.

Greater New York City Area

• Contributed to design research, design and development for each season. • Created and modified print designs, patterns and graphics in Illustrator and Photoshop. • Assembled in-depth design packages and created Tech-Packs and with measurements and detailed sketches to be sent to overseas factories while making sure all deadlines were met.• Communicated with overseas factories on a daily basis: tracked all samples (development, SMS, TOP); tracked and managed lab dips, fabric and trim development process by sending color standards to factories and commenting on submissions.• Created and updated all CADs & line sheets for each season.• Co-led weekly CFT meetings to manage product cost, chase product and solve development & delivery issues. Met with overseas vendors in our office to review design, costing & fit of the product as well as ensure on time bulk deliveries.• Travelled to China factories to build better relationships as well as oversee sample, fabric and trim development as well as ensuring costing and aesthetic goals are achieved. • Reduced garment costs 20% by negotiating prices, while ensuring the execution of design is within quality standards and design aesthetic. • Increased SKU’s from 100-150 per season for the first year, then from 150 to over 200 per season over the second year. By collaborating with Design Director successfully expanded the line by including new garment categories and offering more colorways. • Improved garment quality and fit by conducting garment fittings and commenting on all prototype samples from initial development to bulk.• Created, implemented and maintained libraries with trims, fabrics and lab dip comments/approvals, which previously did not exist. • Managed and taught seasonal design interns to better assist the team. • Trained assistant designers to help them achieve established design and development goals as well as supervise them throughout the design process.

New York, New York

• Oversaw sample-making process by working with in-house pattern makers, cutters and sewers to make sure all deadlines were met.• Met and communicated with fabric and trim vendors to choose new fabrics and trims for upcoming seasons.• Assisted the Designer in creation of tech packs and created specs for custom-made bead and sequin embellishments.• Collaborated with the design team in building seasonal color concept presentation boards.

New York, New York

• Managed bonding process for leather and novelty fabrics.• Collaborated with patternmaker on developing new designs and expanding the line.• Sourced all types of materials including fabrics, trims, hardware and beads while ensuring that it was appropriate with brand aesthetics. • Prepared and arranged design boards, color palettes and fabrics for the new season.• Photographed detailed images of vintage garments and made spec sheets.• Organized and archived celebrity looks from the Red Carpet Events, previous collections. Updated and maintained fabric and trim libraries, model measurements and fit notes.

New York, New York

• Managed quarterly inventory and ensured the accuracy hangtag labels.• Researched seasonal trends and inspiration relevant to the brand aesthetics and market.• Participated in Fashion Week in setting up for runway show and making sure models were dressed in their assigned looks.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fashion Design With Art History Minor, Summa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: - Summa Cum Laude - Honorary member of FIT Dean’s List throughout all four years - Showcased RED EVENING GOWN.

Associate'S Degree, Multimedia Arts