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Macy's: For Performance in 2006, For Result in 2009, 2011 Annual
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ELENA CHAUSOV

New York,NY

Summary

Experienced in Adobe Photoshop, holding a certificate and leading the Udemy course "Photoshop for Textile," as well as skilled in NedGraphics and Adobe Illustrator. Demonstrates a keen eye for texture, color, and patterns, with knowledge of trends and fashion philosophy. Proficient in indexing colors and repeats. Excels in collaborative team settings. Skill set aligns well with position requirements.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CAD Designer

Meryl Diamond, Ltd
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with the Design team in researching, designing and developing product from concept through execution, work with factories directly, prepare packages
  • Worked on purchased artworks transferring them to color-separated layout with straight or half-drop repeat using NedGraphics Printing Studio Suite and Adobe Photoshop
  • Created and maintained seasonal palettes including color matching, producing the alternative colorways accordingly

On-line Instructor

UDEMY, Inc.
01.2020 - Current
  • Lead a course 'Photoshop for textile design'
  • Course link: https://www.udemy.com/course/photoshop-for-textile-design/

CAD Designer

THE KASPER GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2023
  • Collaborated with the Design team in researching, designing and developing product from concept through execution for ANNE KLEIN, Kasper Special Market and Kasper Dresses divisions
  • Worked on purchased artworks transferring them to color-separated layout with straight or half-drop repeat using NedGraphics Printing Studio Suite and Adobe Photoshop
  • Developed and implement original prints by delivery date to ensure cohesive merchandise assortment
  • Created and maintained seasonal palettes including color matching, producing the alternative colorways accordingly
  • Created storyboards, tags, logos, images for web pages and other presentation materials using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Senior CAD Designer

ALFRED DUNNER, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Executed print design from concept to final strike off approval for production for Hearts of Palm division. Actively used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Altered purchased prints, created straight and half-drop repeats and color ways
  • Participated in creation of strong seasonal concept: collaborated with design team, worked directly with Design Director, attended print buying presentations
  • Communicated feedbacks on print strike offs to overseas offices to improve colors and engraving, accountable for final outlook of prints.
  • Created images for Hearts of Palm website, tags, line sheets

CAD Designer

MACY’S MERCHANDISING GROUP
01.2005 - 01.2015
  • Executed print design from concept to final package for production for Charter Club division. Used Kaledo (Lectra) and Adobe Photoshop software for repeat and color separation
  • Developed original embellishment layouts and prints (including repeat and colorways) with a focus on current trends using Adobe Illustrator
  • Built and developed seasonal concepts under the direction of the Design VP
  • Collaborated and communicated with key partners throughout the design process, including RTW designers, PD and TD teams, presented designs to Design VP, Design Director and Sales Teams
  • Sustained and organized CAD system server for quick retrieval of information and archival of prints
  • Managed vendor development, follow up with print mills, collaborate on strike-off review
  • Prepared presentations for senior management: mood-boards, trend direction and artwork

Senior Graphic Designer / CAD Artist

JONES NEW YORK INTIMATE
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Create brand-appropriate print designs that reflect the brand’s conceptual creative direction and business strategy
  • Responsible for line sheets, storyboards and catalogs of Sleepwear and Daywear. Actively used NedGraphics, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Worked on model photo-shoots providing retouching, recolor, repositioning and garment draping
  • Created fixture plans to mimic real look of show room
  • Developed my own system of color matching using Action function in Photoshop
  • Supervised design development with overseas vendors, following through until production approval

Education

MS - Engeneering

Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture

Web Design Course - undefined

Parsons School of Design

Fine Art course - undefined

The Art Students’ League of New York

Adobe Creative Suite - undefined

NY Computer Academy

Skills

  • Proficient in Adobe Photoshop
  • Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
  • Proficient in NedGraphics
  • Experienced with Lectra Kaledo software
  • Color selection expertise
  • Conceptual sketching
  • Digital illustration
  • Figure drawing
  • Experience in acrylic painting projects
  • Collaborative teamwork

Certification

  • Certified Adobe Photoshop expert, Adobe

Timeline

CAD Designer

Meryl Diamond, Ltd
01.2023 - Current

On-line Instructor

UDEMY, Inc.
01.2020 - Current

CAD Designer

THE KASPER GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2023

Senior CAD Designer

ALFRED DUNNER, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2018

CAD Designer

MACY’S MERCHANDISING GROUP
01.2005 - 01.2015

Senior Graphic Designer / CAD Artist

JONES NEW YORK INTIMATE
01.2000 - 01.2005

Web Design Course - undefined

Parsons School of Design

Fine Art course - undefined

The Art Students’ League of New York

Adobe Creative Suite - undefined

NY Computer Academy

MS - Engeneering

Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture

Personal Information

Title: Textile Designer / CAD Artist

Macy's: For Performance in 2006, For Result in 2009, 2011 Annual

Award For Performance in 2006,

Award For Result in 2009

Annual Award in 2011

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