Celia Yatawara
Diamond Bar,CA
Summary
Experienced Fashion Technology Specialist with a focus on 3D modeling and garment production. Skilled in project management and team training, consistently enhancing production quality and efficiency. Committed to fostering collaborative environments and delivering innovative solutions in fast-paced settings.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3D Manager /3D Artist
Avalon Apparel LLC
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Coordinated and managed 3D projects for Target, Walmart, and Stitch Fix accounts, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
- Supervised LA and Shanghai 3D teams, evaluating 3D models and providing constructive feedback to enhance design outcomes.
- Facilitated training sessions on Browzwear and CLO 3D software for team members.
- Design 3D models for development and production stages.
- Create 3D assets, hardware trims and virtual fabrics.
- Implemented 3D training initiative to streamline associate onboarding process.
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
Sample Room Manager
Avalon Apparel LLC
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014 - 06.2021
- Coordinated sample room schedule, supervised sewers and cutters, and managed fabric room to enhance workflow.
- Collaborated with pattern makers to resolve drafting challenges in first sample process, ensuring accurate appearance and fit.
- Review samples upon completion for sewing and fit precision.
- Assisted in pattern drafting to ensure accuracy and alignment with design specifications.
- Resolved daily technical issues to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Manage scheduling of maintenance tasks for equipment in department.
- Collaborate with HR on payroll adjustments.
- Partnered with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and address product and service-related issues.
Remade/Upcycling Project Manager (Contractor)
Suay Sew Shop
Los Angeles, CA
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented viable process for remade goods crafted from down filled material, knit canvas, and denim for Patagonia store-worn wear label.
- Collaborate with Patagonia team on product integrity and fit enhancements as well as pattern corrections.
- Developed production drafts and monitored sampling process for fit accuracy.
- Proposed assembly protocols enhancing sewing techniques for improved product quality.
- Resolved technical problems in sewing and final goods to maintain production flow.
- Led regular meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
Operations Manager
Onwards Inc.
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Oversaw timelines for 10 factories, guaranteeing timely final product delivery.Streamlined processes to enhance schedule compliance and efficiency.
- Oversaw timelines for 10 factories, guaranteeing timely final product delivery.
Streamlined processes to enhance schedule compliance and efficiency. - Resolved production challenges and guided on sewing techniques to meet customer quality standards.
- Coordinated with manufacturers to ensure precision of pattern drafts and compliance with quality standards.
Quality Control Coordinator
Jaclyn Apparel Inc.
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
10.1999 - 12.2001
- Executed inline and final quality checks on various garments.
- Resolved production issues and enhanced sewing techniques to meet stringent quality standards for major retailers including Nordstrom, Kohl's, JCPenney, Sears, Walmart, Target, Macy's, and Bloomingdale's.
- Managed merchandise timelines and facilitated communication with manufacturers to ensure timely goods processing.
- Led team of six inspectors to consistently meet product quality standards.
- Executed pre-production and production sample approvals
Sr. Production floor coordinator
Buster Brown
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
01.1996 - 10.1999
- Supervised and coordinated sewing lines for 150 team members, ensuring effective workflow and adherence to production goals.
- Directed production planning and configured layouts to support production timelines and workflow.
- Collaborated with operators to enhance sewing techniques and methods, resulting in improved quality and consistency.
- Communicated progress to management, facilitating timely adjustments to meet established production targets.
- Coordinate necessary materials and trims for upcoming orders.
Sewing techniques trainer
Fruit of Loom
Villanueva, Honduras
01.1994 - 12.1995
- Led sewing techniques training for 24 employees, enhancing their skills and productivity.
- Coached sewers on techniques to optimize methods and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Mentored staff in machine operation and maintenance, fostering a culture of skill development.
- Evaluated trainee progress through assessments and feedback sessions.
Education
AA - Fashion Technology
LATTC
Los Angeles, CASkills
- 3D Modeling
- Team Leadership
- Process improvement
- Garment Production
- Software Training
- CLO - 3D
- VStitcher
- Pattern Design System - Optitex
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
References
Audrey Guenver, Senior Designer, Avalon LLC, 626-731-2566
Leadership Experience
Coordinated and led 3D project teams for major clients, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Supervised and mentored international 3D teams, enhancing design outcomes through constructive feedback.
Initiated and led training sessions for software tools, improving team proficiency and onboarding efficiency.
Managed sample room operations, optimizing workflow and ensuring precise garment fit and quality.
Developed and implemented production protocols, enhancing product quality and resolving technical challenges.
Communication Skills
Keep an open communication with designers, 3D artists and customers to achieve the best possible outcome on our products. Always ready for team playing! I am driven, focus and organized, always ready to go the extra mile to achieve my goals both personal and professional.
Certification
Target Stores certified CLO 3D Artist
Timeline
3D Manager /3D Artist
Avalon Apparel LLC
06.2021 - Current
Remade/Upcycling Project Manager (Contractor)
Suay Sew Shop
03.2019 - 02.2020
Sample Room Manager
Avalon Apparel LLC
01.2014 - 06.2021
Operations Manager
Onwards Inc.
01.2002 - 01.2004
Quality Control Coordinator
Jaclyn Apparel Inc.
10.1999 - 12.2001
Sr. Production floor coordinator
Buster Brown
01.1996 - 10.1999
Sewing techniques trainer
Fruit of Loom
01.1994 - 12.1995
AA - Fashion Technology
LATTC