Partner with designer + senior designer on all phases of design, development, + production. Competitively shop market + research emerging trends. Build monthly trend packages that provide concept, silhouette, + print direction to vendor partners. Actualize the design for all cut and sew knit tops, woven tops, bottoms, + outerwear. Execute flat sketches + assemble tech packages for overseas + local production. Prepare fabric+ trim sourcing packages. Work extensively with domestic + foreign vendors on garment development + sourcing. Collaborate with product + buying counterparts to meet sales goals. Handle all post production approvals including lab dips, artwork strike-offs, fabric, etc. Partner with tech design to achieve desired fit. Input all styles + style details into product line management software (PLM).

Assisted designer + senior designer on all phases of design, development, + production. Supported team in developing concept, color + fabric stories for seasonal collections. Createdflat sketches + tech packages following hand off from designer. Executed pitch sheets for customprints/ graphics layout. Acted as a liaison between domestic + foreign partners. Managed + filed daily approvals.

Assisted designer + design director by participating in the design and development of monthly seasonal collections. Created inspiration boards. Managed sample closet + sample tracking. Performed extensive trend research to support concept. Established filing system for approvals.

Co-launched women’s boutique label that was featured in outlets such as Nylon, Elle, Refinery 29, + sold to small scale boutiques in Savannah, Georgia. Chosen as a “New Emerging Designer” for Charlotte fashion week.

Initiated key marketing, merchandising + social media initiatives + executed the follow up ofthese strategies. Increased brand visibility through social media + other communication tools. Assisted designer directly on all aspects of business.