EUNHEE CHO
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader in technical design, excelling in fit and pattern making with a proven track record at industry leading apparel brands for enhancing fit consistency across diverse body shapes. Spearheaded innovative block development, leveraging expertise in product development and cross-functional collaboration to elevate product excellence. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and team management, significantly improving development efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Manager - Global Fit Standards and Blocks
Athleta
San Francisco, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Strategize and lead brand fit block development. Established framework for fit hierarchy, fit guardrail foundation for the brand fit excellence, and consistency.
- Spearhead the creation of brand-wise blocks reflecting the brand DNA, aesthetic, and functionality as a performance brand, while keeping the integrity of the design intent.
- Implement the block/new silhouette process at development milestone stages to increase development efficiency and reduce fit iterations.
- Building and establishing size set grading to enhance the customer experience in different sizes and body shapes, such as petite, tall, and plus sizes.
- Managed a team of 3+ by providing guidance, delegating tasks effectively to reach the goals while monitoring performance.
- Conducted vendor and TD training workshop for established block standards, application in seasonal production development, combining with 3D proto validation, and review process.
- Created tool kits for the team, such as block visual library, fit standards, and construction standards on multiple platforms.
Manager of Technical Design
Marmot
Rohnert Park, CA, CA
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented technical design processes to ensure efficient workflow, such as calendar timeline, revamping sizing and grading across all product categories, SOP from concept to production, fit lock, and intent validation throughout the fit process.
- Lead team of designers in creating innovative solutions for complex problems in fit and constructions for outerwear in various activities.
- Directed team market research and competitor analysis to provide guidance on product and new silhouette design decision.
- Mentor and guide the team on building core bodies and properly interpret and translate seasonal design direction into the product line.
Fit Specialist
The North Face Inc.
Alameda , Denver
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Lead and support the TD team in seasonal fit development, efficient evaluation of prototypes with CFT, resulting in executing high-quality garments per the intended design.
- Play a key role in establishing TNF (The North Face) western fit blocks/standards, as well as 3D assets covering both US and EU markets, based on fit analysis, product research, and consumer feedback.
- Responsible for initiating seasonal silhouette/inspiration sample meetings for urban exploration, while guiding aesthetic direction and fit/construction requirements for the season.
- Collaborate with designers from the style development to the production stage by interpreting designs, developing patterns, and TPs according to the designer's vision while ensuring the highest level of quality and fit within the price point and the time frame.
- Monitor and manage the production process per the time and action calendar.
- Provide technical expertise on mini marker and cost reports to assist sourcing team in negotiating cost.
Fit Specialist
Levis Strauss & Co
San Francisco, CA
04.2011 - 04.2014
- Conducted special projects in commuter jackets, Zero waste pattern, 501, trucker jacket, and leggings in various stretch buckets.
- Developed and implemented Curve ID collection, providing custom fit for various body shape customers.
- Responsible for seasonal fit development for women's tops and bottoms in regular and petite sizes.
- Lead the fitting on the live model and communicate any fit/potential production issues to cross-functional team members.
- Guide global partners to follow company standards for fit consistency by 1) communicating technical issues through formulating necessary corrections/modifications on patterns and comments, 2) identifying and troubleshooting issues with active involvement in every step of the production process.
Senior Technical Designer
Sears Holdings Company
Hoffman Estates, IL
06.2005 - 04.2011
- Responsible for young men / all product categories.
- Collaborated with vendors to address fit and production discrepancies through detailed feedback and pattern corrections.
- lead the fitting on the live model and addressed potential production concerns with cross-functional team.
- Created visual library with core bodies to facilitate seasonal development conversation with design and merchant teams.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on building construction standard and trim boards.
Technical Designer
Limited Brands Inc.
Columbus, OH
04.2001 - 05.2005
- Responsible for women's knit tops and knit bottoms.
- Provided technical support throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept through launch.
- Created technical package using various software for product development and manufacturing.
- Led the fitting and partnered with vendors for fit and construction corrections for final approval.
- Monitor sample approval timeline and tracking to meet the delivery date.
Education
Master of Science - Textiles And Clothing
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH03-2001
Skills
- Extensive experience in fit and pattern making
- Leadership in fit and block development aims to establish fit consistency across different body shapes
- Experience in building vendor partnerships
- Cross-functional Partnership Development
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Managing the technical design process from concept to production
- Expertise in sizing, grading, and 2D pattern integration with 3D
- Proficient with multiple software programs: Clo, Browzwear, Gerber, Optitex, Illustrator, and PLM / Centric
Timeline
Sr. Manager - Global Fit Standards and Blocks
Athleta
09.2021 - Current
Manager of Technical Design
Marmot
08.2020 - 09.2021
Fit Specialist
The North Face Inc.
09.2014 - 09.2020
Fit Specialist
Levis Strauss & Co
04.2011 - 04.2014
Senior Technical Designer
Sears Holdings Company
06.2005 - 04.2011
Technical Designer
Limited Brands Inc.
04.2001 - 05.2005
Master of Science - Textiles And Clothing
The Ohio State University
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