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Ariel Thompson

Ariel Thompson

Boston,MA

Summary

Dynamic Associate Designer with a proven track record at J.Jill, adept in Adobe Creative Suite and garment construction. Excelled in transforming market research into innovative design concepts, significantly contributing to brand growth. Skilled in collaborating across teams, showcasing exceptional communication and creative problem-solving abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Designer

J.Jill
12.2023 - Current
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, and design inspiration specifically to the Woven Dresses, Woven Tops, and Sleepwear categories.
  • Aid in seasonal concept development with Sr. Vice President of Design and Director of Design.
  • Attend fittings and set-up spec sheets to communicate construction detail to technical designer.
  • Create sketches and technical flat drawings using the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Helped create seasonal product lines to drive brand growth by preparing design presentations for each seasonal development cycle.
  • Developed and maintained deep understanding of current market conditions.


Assistant Designer

J.Jill
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends, fabrics, techniques, and design inspiration specifically to the Woven Tops, Denim, Bottoms, Jackets and Outerwear Categories.
  • Aid in seasonal concept development with Sr. Vice President of Design and Director of Design.
  • Attend fittings and set-up spec sheets to communicate construction detail to technical designer.
  • Create sketches and technical flat drawings using the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Helped create seasonal product lines to drive brand growth by preparing design presentations for each seasonal development cycle.
  • Developed and maintained deep understanding of current market conditions.

Womenswear Design Intern

Eddie Bauer
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
  • Constructed and presented an internship project based on an extensive accumulation of industry knowledge for the future of Fashion Design in the lens of Eddie Bauer.
  • Sit in on knitwear fit sessions.
  • Conduct market research to identify new trends, fabrics, and techniques, conduct labdips, and organize technical packs.
  • Report directly to the Knitwear Designer and assist with any styling and design concepts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
05-2021

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Garment Construction
  • Sketching and Technical Flat Drawing
  • CLO 3D Software
  • Kaledo by Lectra CAD
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • PLM Software
  • Gerber Accumark

Certification

  • Communication and Presentation Series Certificate , J.Jill - May 2024 - Novemember 2024

Timeline

Associate Designer

J.Jill
12.2023 - Current

Assistant Designer

J.Jill
08.2021 - 12.2023

Womenswear Design Intern

Eddie Bauer
06.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design

North Carolina State University

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