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Francesca Brandes

Portland,OR

Summary

Innovative Fashion Design student with a strong background in visual art/design and passion for apparel design. Knowledgeable of industry trends and target markets, with hands-on experience assisting in the production of a high-end fashion collection.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Walker

Hot Diggity Dog-walking & Petsitting
Portland , OR
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Monitored behavior of dogs while walking to ensure safety of both the dog and passerby.
  • Maintained records of each walk including time, distance, duration, notes about the dog's behavior.
  • Interacted with pet owners in a professional manner when discussing their pets' needs and care requirements.

Product Developer

GG Streetwear
Portland , OR
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Engineered and designed garments for the FA2023 clothing line.
  • Determined product specifications and created specification and operation sheets for individual looks.
  • Supported manufacturing and design activities by developing prototypes and final garments.
  • Created and executed on new textiles for the clothing line.
  • Used prototyping equipment.
  • Used creative and innovative thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Met deliverables on a tight timeline.

Retail Sales Associate

TJ's on Powell
Portland , OR
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assisted customers with finding the right product for their needs.
  • Provided product information and answered customer questions.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.

Retail Sales Associate

Macys Department Store
Portland , OR
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Performed cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design

Portland Fashion Institute
08-2024

Bachelor of Science - Studio Art

University of Oregon
Eugene
06.2020

Skills

  • Adobe Suite
  • Garment Construction
  • Patternmaking
  • Prototype Development
  • CAD - Browzwear & Optitex
  • Serger & Industrial Sewing
  • Technical Flat Sketching
  • Computer-Print Design
  • Draping
  • Fashion Illustration

Timeline

Dog Walker

Hot Diggity Dog-walking & Petsitting
08.2023 - 04.2024

Product Developer

GG Streetwear
08.2023 - 10.2023

Retail Sales Associate

TJ's on Powell
05.2021 - 05.2022

Retail Sales Associate

Macys Department Store
01.2015 - 01.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design

Portland Fashion Institute

Bachelor of Science - Studio Art

University of Oregon
Francesca Brandes