in a nut shell-
I am a lover of fine chocolate, fancy tea and all critters furry and scaly. I can't get enough of antiques, vintage clothing, fun textile prints and ironic fashion combinations.
PROFILE-
Experienced apparel industry professional with a broad range of expertise including apparel, graphic and textile design. Ability to work in a fast paced environment while managing multiple lines and keeping a positive attitude in a demanding, trend driven workplace. Possess a strong commitment to a team environment. Experience with ideation, brand creation, silhouette design and color direction.
EMPLOYMENT-
APPAREL, GRAPHIC & TEXTILE DESIGNER AUG 2017- CURRENT FREELANCE- PORTLAND, OR
Creative direction for start up companies, including all aspects of brand personality and color palette.
Custom logos, branding, hangtags and labeling design based on brand aesthetics.
Designs seasonally appropriate apparel and accessories using fabric innovations and implements technical spec packages.
Supervises overseas factories from preliminary sample stage through mass production of apparel and accessories.
Creates website graphics, social media assets, printed promotional materials and photo editing for small businesses.
Designs textile prints and factory ready repeats for children’s sleepwear and woman’s loungewear company.
Designs trend appropriate apparel styles and textile prints based on client’s vision and current market trends.
Conducts and compiles trend research and analysis for clients.
Develops and manages websites using Squarespace, Wix and Shopify.
APPAREL, GRAPHIC & TEXTILE DESIGNER JAN 2012- FEB 2016 PAJAMAGRAM & PAJAMAJEANS- SHELBURNE, VT
Designed seasonally appropriate woven and cut and sew knit styles for men, women, children and pets based on current trends and previous best selling styles.
Created custom textile prints, factory ready repeats and seasonal color palettes.
Conducted trend research though shopping competitive brands and attending trade shows.
Researched compelling fabrications to adapt into new best selling products.
Developed branded gift packaging to enhance the gift receiving experience.
Created custom hangtags and labeling for key styles.
Oversaw lab dips, print strike offs and trim approvals.
Collaborated with Technical Design for fit and approval of new styles as well as improve fits for repeat styles.
Presented quarterly lines to the executive leadership team and staff.
DENIM & WOVEN BOTTOMS DESIGNER JULY 2004- JULY 2011 JONES JEANSWEAR/ THE JONES GROUP- COMMERCE, CA
Designed trend appropriate denim and woven bottom styles including back pocket embroideries and denim washes.
Created seasonal color palettes and custom packaging for new and existing brands.
Analyzed trends by shopping competitive brands, researching street style and overseas shopping trips.
Developed salesman samples with the creation of preliminary technical spec packages.
Approved all sample and production fits, denim wash submits, lab dips and trims.
Collaborated with domestic and overseas factories for the production of sample garments for monthly markets.
Presented monthly lines to sales and executive leadership team before market.
Contributed to the mentoring and growth of design assistants.
Lines included Behold Jeans, GLO Jeans, GLO Jeans for Girls, Material Girl Jeans, True Freedom, Code of Ethics, L.E.I. Juniors, and L.E.I. Mens.
SKILLS-
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
Experienced in brand development, trend research, competitive analysis and product lifecycle management.
Hand illustration and watercolor.
Seasoned seamstress with practical knowledge of garment fitting and pattern making.
Retail Management and Visual Display.
EDUCATION-
AA in Television & Movie Costume Design, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Magna Cum Laude
AA in Fashion Design, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Magna Cum Laude