Bianca Jeffs
Summary
Skilled designer with versatile working knowledge across multiple categories, with experience in developing original garments, embroideries, trims and engineered surface designs. Recognized for my collaborative spirit, dedication to teamwork, creative talent, and ability to be self-motivated and function well in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Designer - Casual Dresses
Tommy Bahama
05.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-function team to produce both knit and woven dresses for the Tommy Bahama main collection, Island Zone, Australia & wholesale exclusive lines.
- Developed and maintained deep understanding of current market conditions with consistent market research.
- Conducted fittings and revised pieces with adjustments to fit, construction and materials.
- Helped develop fabric, yarn-dye and trim designs for in-progress pieces.
- Developed original embroideries and engineered prints.
- Presented collections to leadership and merchandising teams.
- Creation of Tech Packs in FlexPLM, inclusive of creating BOMs, technical sketches and engineered print/ embroidery layout.
Assistant Designer - Knits and Dresses
Tommy Bahama
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with both the Knit and Dresses design teams to assist in the development of both categories, each representing the two largest product categories within the company.
- Creation of Tech Packs in FlexPLM, inclusive of BOMs and technical sketches.
- Assisted design teams in development of Tommy Bahama main collection, Island Zone, Island Soft for dresses and knits (knit bottoms, 1st & 2nd layer knits) categories.
- Worked as Lab Dip Captain for all fabric dips, yarn dips and trim color development
- Assisted in development of surface designs and trims.
- Created technical sketches using Adobe Illustrator.
- Assisted in fittings for Knits and Dresses.
- Creation brand-specific design concepts via heavy trend & market research.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Zulily - Pixie Lady
12.2020 - 05.2021
Designer
Rya Collection
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Collaborated closely with company founder, Flora Nikrooz-Backer.
- Presented collections in front of buyers at Curve NYC and traveled to work with buyers from Anthropologie, Bloomingdales, TJMaxx, etc.
- Creation of Tech packs using Microsoft Excel, inclusive of construction & measurement pages, technical sketches, BOM and graded specs.
- Conducted fittings and made necessary adjustments to pieces, worked with factory to communicate all changes.
- Utilized Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop to create patterns for original embroideries.
- Communicated with factory directly in order to collaborate on development.
- Prepared concept boards & presentation walls for each seasonal collection.
Assistant Designer
Rya Collection
07.2018 - 12.2019
Design Intern - Intimates and Swim
Araks
02.2018 - 05.2018
Design & Marketing Intern
Danielle Nicole
10.2017 - 10.2017
Design Intern - Women's
Theory LLC
06.2017 - 08.2017
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY2018
Skills
- Adobe and Microsoft Suites
- Multi-tasking and Teamwork
- Trend Expertise
- Technical and hand sketching
- Garment Construction, draping & pattern making
- Tech Pack creation
- PLM systems
- Engineered Print & Embroidery development
Timeline
Associate Designer - Casual Dresses
Tommy Bahama
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Designer - Knits and Dresses
Tommy Bahama
01.2021 - 05.2022
Freelance Graphic Designer
Zulily - Pixie Lady
12.2020 - 05.2021
Designer
Rya Collection
12.2019 - 11.2020
Assistant Designer
Rya Collection
07.2018 - 12.2019
Design Intern - Intimates and Swim
Araks
02.2018 - 05.2018
Design & Marketing Intern
Danielle Nicole
10.2017 - 10.2017
Design Intern - Women's
Theory LLC
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
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