Bethany Nicole Kelly
Orlando,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Technical Designer and Patternmaker with extensive experience in softlines apparel development, specializing in pattern drafting, grading, fit evaluation, and tech pack creation. Proficient in PLM systems (Yunique PLM), Gerber AccuMark, CLO 3D, and Adobe Illustrator. Adept at analyzing garment construction for fabric efficiency and cost-effectiveness, optimizing production processes, and ensuring brand consistency. Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams, vendors, and overseas factories to deliver high-quality, production-friendly garments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Costume CAM Specialist 1 | Patternmaker
Walt Disney World Resort
Orlando, FL
06.2011 - Current
- Develop and manage full production tech packs, including grading, BOMs, and fit comments, ensuring accuracy in construction details
- Draft, digitize, and revise patterns using Gerber AccuMark and CLO 3D while optimizing fabric efficiency through marker layout adjustments
- Lead fit sessions with live models and mannequins, analyzing garment construction and making precise fit corrections
- Maintain training documentation to ensure consistency in practices among all team members
- Evaluate and troubleshoot production samples, providing clear feedback to vendors to ensure quality standards are met
- Utilize Yunique PLM to track sample development, maintain technical design documentation, and manage product lifecycle
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain brand consistency in garment fit, make, and quality
- Reviewed over 60+ production samples, ensuring quality control before mass production
- Processed 3,200+ orders as a Patternmaker and Costume CAM Specialist
- Cross-u with Merchandise Technical Design team in 2017, expanding expertise in softlines apparel
Emerging Leader Program – Workroom Manager
Walt Disney World® Resort
Orlando, FL
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Led and managed Millinery, Embroidery, and Fitting teams within Creative Costuming Build Workroom.
- Partnered with workroom management to develop cost estimates for costuming projects.
- Reviewed and approved Maximo orders to ensure efficiency and accuracy in production planning.
Education
BFA - Fashion Design
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, ILSemester in LA - Costuming for Film & TV
Columbia College Chicago
Los Angeles, CASkills
Tech Pack Development (BOMs, fit comments, grading specs)
Pattern Drafting & Grading (Gerber AccuMark, CLO 3D)
Fit Session Management (Live models, mannequins, virtual conferencing)
Fabric & Trim Analysis (Wovens, knits, yield optimization)
PLM Systems (Yunique PLM)
Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop (Flat sketching & corrections)
Production-Focused Garment Construction (Cost & efficiency optimization)
Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration (Factory communication & quality control)
Timeline
Emerging Leader Program – Workroom Manager
Walt Disney World® Resort
04.2015 - 06.2015
Costume CAM Specialist 1 | Patternmaker
Walt Disney World Resort
06.2011 - Current
BFA - Fashion Design
Columbia College Chicago
Semester in LA - Costuming for Film & TV
Columbia College Chicago