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Ashley Verdugo

CO

Summary

Design professional skilled in creating impactful visual solutions and functional designs across various media. Utilizes design principles and software tools to produce compelling product. Proven track record of enhancing brand identity and transforming ideas into compelling designs that align with clients' visions and business goals. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability in dynamic environments, bringing creativity and precision to every project.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer/Product Developer

A Cut Above Uniforms
03.2022 - Current
  • Led the Product Development and Design team by setting goals, guidelines, and deadlines, while efficiently resolving conflicts.
  • Contributed to company growth by onboarding and mentoring new team members, by enhancing their skills and knowledge of internal processes.
  • Played a key role in scaling the company into a multimillion-dollar business through accurate technical sketches, vendor communication, fit sessions, and active participation in design flow meetings to preempt production issues.
  • Created tech packs and spec sheets to ensure precise pricing and construction details.
  • Produced graphic designs, patterns, and digitized embroidery files.
  • Supported fabric, trim, and construction development by liaising with manufacturers and suppliers.
    Led the bulk fabric approval process, ensuring quality and color consistency pre-production and shipment.
    Managed third-party quality control inspections, ensuring audit compliance across fit stages.
  • Helped build customer relationships by designing marketing ads and product catalogs.
    Represented the company at trade shows to secure new supplier partnerships.
  • Assisted in planning and executing the 2024 and 2025 photoshoots.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.

Assistant Merchandiser/Stylist

Banana Republic Factory
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Drove daily sales by merchandising products to highlight details, materials, and styling versatility.
  • Boosted UPT by demonstrating product functionality and styling options.
  • Maintained high store conversion rates through strategic product placement by fabric type and display method.
  • Raised store district ranking from 11th to 4th in three quarters as top-performing stylist, enrolling 890 customers in the Reward Program.
  • Increased Reward Program conversions from 6% to 15% by training new team members on operations and service standards.
  • Built strong cross-functional partnerships with marketing teams and suppliers to support successful project execution.

Sales Supervisor

Michael Kors
08.2019 - 11.2020
  • Created impactful themes, color stories, and displays for Clearance, Shoes, and SLGs, helping surpass previous year’s sales.
  • Advised customers by aligning product knowledge with their preferences and needs.
  • Supported visual storytelling through window display development.
  • Achieved top 98th percentile in customer capture rate.
    Trained new team members to improve UPT and operational efficiency.
  • Upheld brand standards by managing shipments, markdowns, signage, and quality checks.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and effectively.

Sales Associate

Ann Taylor Factory
11.2019 - 09.2020
  • Dressed and created looks for the mannequin displays with eye-catching clientele representation
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Assisted with store visuals by rearranging and displaying the product according to the floor matrix
  • Styled clients according to the event, their lifestyles, and the latest trends while keeping the ideal textiles in mind
  • Fulfilled online orders by tracking/ updating inventory and packaging the products
  • Participated with store inventory preparation and throughout the complete the completion
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Assistant Manager

Rue21
01.2018 - 07.2019
  • Merchandised products according to company vision while upholding customer preferences to increase sales
  • Solely responsible for all merchandising of: Accessories, Cosmetics, Handbags, Lingerie, Fragrance, and Shoes; resulting in a sale increase in each category of 7% compared to LY sales
  • Aware of personal and store metrics to achieve daily goals
  • Drove business through sale strategies while monitored business goals and objectives
  • Created enthusiasm and positivity for a shared goal and vision
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Intern

Arias New York
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Collaborated with the creative designer by researching latest trends while developing a mood board
  • Trained/ familiarized new interns and assistant designers on tracking, collecting, and organizing inventory
  • Assisted with selecting fabric samples and notions while visiting manufactures and trade shows
  • Supported the product packaging and delivery process while navigating the package
  • Repaired and performed alterations on damaged products as necessary while meeting a deadline
  • Participated and managed show casing the collection pieces on the model during photoshoots
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Designer

FLY Boutique
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Conducted trend analysis to align designs with the boutique’s target market preferences.
  • Designed a capsule collection while expanding knowledge of advanced construction techniques.
  • Assisted in organizing the FLY Boutique Fashion Event and promoted attendance among SAI students.
  • Created high-quality design mockups for client approval, reducing revision time.
  • Delivered creative solutions to client challenges, leading to strong satisfaction and repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising, Production, And Design

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, Colorado
05.2018

Fashion Accessory Design, Apparel Design

Florence University of The Arts
Florence, Italy
2017

Skills

  • Adobe creative suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
  • Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Lectra Systems: Kaledo, Kaledo Print, Modaris
  • Optitex: 3-D Prototype and Pattern Making Apparel and Design
  • Layout design
  • Concept development
  • CAD drafting
  • Illustration
  • Design research
  • Project management
  • Photography
  • Presentation design
  • Rough sketching
  • Branding and identity
  • Visual communication
  • Creative design layouts
  • Fashion trends
  • Material selection
  • Model development

Awards

  • Mr. Blackwell scholarship
  • Gilman International Scholarship
  • Partnership Award Scholarship
  • First Generation Scholarship

Timeline

Designer/Product Developer

A Cut Above Uniforms
03.2022 - Current

Assistant Merchandiser/Stylist

Banana Republic Factory
11.2020 - 12.2021

Sales Associate

Ann Taylor Factory
11.2019 - 09.2020

Sales Supervisor

Michael Kors
08.2019 - 11.2020

Assistant Manager

Rue21
01.2018 - 07.2019

Intern

Arias New York
01.2018 - 05.2018

Designer

FLY Boutique
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising, Production, And Design

Colorado State University

Fashion Accessory Design, Apparel Design

Florence University of The Arts

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