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
Eugene06.2020
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
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