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United States

Austin, Texas, US

-Work directly with the design team assisting with all open product development projects, including all tasks required to bring the product to market-Oversee the technical spec documentation and handle internal communication on behalf of the design team to cross-functional partners-Monitor the production work stream from start to finish. Prepare weekly.

Las Vegas, NV, US

Worked directly with clients and as part of the Creative sales and merchandising team to manage all import collections from concept to bulk production. Worked with Buyers to ensure that the styles were evolving as originally intended. This includes approving color and fabric, commenting on trim and embellishment strike-offs, and also includes reviewing.

• Lead Sportswear Designer for licenses held with Natori Men’s Athleisure/Loungewear, Sleepwear, Tahari Ladies Tops and Geoffrey Beene accounts
• Successfully designed the launch of the first Men’s Athleisure/Loungewear, collection for luxury design house “NATORI” from initial concept to production. Collection launched in department stores Fall 2021. Currently.
• Researched and forged new working relationships with overseas factories for use in product development and production.
• Sole designer working on all fabric and trim development for both licenses. Designed prints, graphics, embroidery layouts, illustrated line sheets and tech packs for factory production and company presentation.
• Reviewed samples and costing with both in house management and sales team upon receipt of information. Negotiated with vendors to reduce costs and came up with alternative sampling procedures to reduce charges.
• Styled looks for print, press, showrooms, and marketing presentations.

Mt Horeb, WI, US

Managed the Product Design lifecycle for Women’s 1st layer, Knits and Sweaters. Gathered and prioritized product, customer requirements, defined the product vision and worked closely with product development team to deliver winning pieces. - Liaised between Design, Merchandising and Production teams for all information regarding product development..

Springfield, MO, US

Served as the lead designer for seasonal market research and trend analysis presentations for the Director of Global Sourcing and Product Development teams- Initiated new garment fit standards and body blocks which created a more accurate fit process.- Seasonally created the aesthetic direction for numerous BPS branded divisions, from initial concept to.

Springfield, MO, US

Design and Production for Natural Reflections and BPS Children's. Communicated with overseas production vendors in development and bulk fabric and trim approvals, washes, fabric qualities, print development and calendar time lines.- Implemented the purchase of an online trend forecasting site that created a more cohesive, structured and informative concept.

Owned and operated boutique specializing in vintage furniture and home furnishings.- Created furniture and home decor from salvaged materials and antiques. Extensive knowledge of paint/stains, distressing, faux finishing, woodwork repair and paint removal techniques - Handled all contracts, payouts and display set ups with incoming consignors- Styled.

New York, New York, US

Designed Women's Woven collection from concept to production.- Forged great working relationships with new vendors to create consistency in seasonal updates to trim libraries. Grew vendor resources from 2 to over 10.- Led efficient and detailed fit sessions that resulted in faster production times.- Created looks with the Vice President of Design for all.

New York, US

Prepared for high level presentation meetings by gathering information and materials, illustrating and designing rough layouts in relation to aesthetic concepts.- Successfully established a fabric organization system to easily access new and vintage textiles, which produced more streamlined and efficient development meetings due to the orderly and.

Learned technical skills from an experienced team and worked closely with the designer to create future collections.- Worked hands on with pattern drafting and couture methods in creating Men’s and Women’s tailored suits, blouses and custom made jeans- Sourced fabrications for collection and special made to order pieces for clients.- Created press book.

- Reworked and finalized Spring Collection looks with designer.- Designed and prepared trims and appliqués for woven and knit pieces.- Styled looks for photo shoots, look books and boutique front windows.- Established a pattern organizational system for all in house collection pieces.

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Fashion/Apparel Design

Fashion Design/ Fine Arts

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Fashion/Apparel Design