Darlene Veltman
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in product development and project coordination. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and manage complex documentation. Expertise in problem-solving and detail-oriented processes, ensuring design consistency and client satisfaction through effective communication.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
QUILT PROJECT COORDINATO
CONNECTING THREADS-LOCAL CRAFTS, LLC
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Coordinated sewn projects by cutting and preparing quilt kits for seamstress’s, tracking projects and documenting pattern updates.
- Actively evaluated and updated processes for smoother work flow and documentation.
- Managed sewing room inventory of raw materials and supplies.
TECHNICAL DESIGN MANAGER
VAST FOCUS INTERNATIONAL
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Freelance designer and product developer for VAST industries.
- Extensive travel in US meeting with customers for design/fit/sample approvals.
- Served as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns and providing updates on project progress.
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER
MERRELL APPAREL
01.2011 - 04.2017
- Established and maintained production kits and line art for men's and women's apparel lines.
- Collaborated with technical pattern makers to sustain blocks and grade rules.
- Managed in-house block library containing 65 silhouettes for design consistency.
TECHNICAL DESIGNER/TRAINING COORDINATOR
COLUMBIA SPORTWEAR
10.1995 - 05.2010
- Contributed to the Outerwear Design team in developing new product.
- Global Corporate Instructor to apparel design and merchandising teams utilizing the Product Data Management (PDM) application and Adobe Illustrator.
- Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
Education
Associate of Arts - APPAREL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
SEATTLE CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Seattle, WASkills
- Problem-solving
- Project coordination
- Time management
- Detail-oriented
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Documentation management
Timeline
QUILT PROJECT COORDINATO
CONNECTING THREADS-LOCAL CRAFTS, LLC
08.2021 - 04.2025
TECHNICAL DESIGN MANAGER
VAST FOCUS INTERNATIONAL
09.2017 - 08.2021
SENIOR PRODUCT DEVELOPER
MERRELL APPAREL
01.2011 - 04.2017
TECHNICAL DESIGNER/TRAINING COORDINATOR
COLUMBIA SPORTWEAR
10.1995 - 05.2010
Associate of Arts - APPAREL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
SEATTLE CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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