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Gina DeAntonio Chebetar

Gina DeAntonio Chebetar

Fashion Designer
Clifton,NJ

Summary

Dynamic Senior Designer with a robust track record in apparel design and trend forecasting. Adept at leading creative teams to enhance brand visibility, successfully developed innovative product lines that drove sales growth. Strong collaboration across departments ensures impactful presentations and cohesive strategies. Committed to excellence and passionate about shaping the future of fashion.

Work History

SENIOR DESIGNER/MERCHANDISER

37 Orchard
NEW YORK
02.2023 - Current
  • Proven track record of success as a comprehensive apparel design specialist.
  • Expertise in developing diverse product lines for Junior, Missy, and Tween.
  • Recognized for ensuring creativity and precision in project tasks.
  • Identified and capitalized on profitable business prospects.
  • Expert in strategizing for start-up growth.
  • Ensured consistent brand representation across multiple design initiatives.
  • Collaborated with management and development teams to prioritize needs.
  • Delivered design presentations to teams, integrating suggested modifications.
  • Created innovative design concepts enhancing company's industry presence.
  • Managed design development and final testing phases for streamlined production.
  • Contributed to creating style guides for branding.
  • Delivered recommendations for new initiatives effectively.
  • Managed multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines and budgets.
  • Guided team designers with creative insights and suggestions.

SENIOR DESIGNER/MERCHANDISER

Almost Famous Clothing
New York
11.2017 - 01.2023
  • Managed and guided six designers along with one technical designer.
  • Collaborated with design, sales, and merchandise teams to align on emerging trends.
  • Oversaw creation of seasonal development schedules.
  • Directed Junior Knit, Woven and Denim, Sportswear, Dresses, and Missy collection initiatives.
  • Spearheaded fashion direction for various seasons within five divisions.
  • Directed color themes, material selections, and emerging trend forecasting.
  • Enhanced overall brand visibility across product lines.
  • Conceptualized innovative virtual PowerPoint presentations during COVID lockdown.
  • Developed dimensional CADs incorporating ghosted photo imagery, fabrications, trims, and pricing to reflect trends.
  • Successfully broadened Walmart business strategy.
  • Delivered impactful presentations significantly benefiting the sales team's performance and expediting retailer decision-making.
  • Implemented strategies that enhanced floor plan utilization, increasing overall sales.
  • Created detailed floor plans incorporating wall and rack signage, hangtags, and packaging.
  • Maintained high level of campaign effectiveness.
  • Create digital concept boards accompanied by trend analysis for retailer presentations.
  • Performed product photography to showcase innovative designs and silhouettes.
  • Maintained proper task management to meet strict deadlines.
  • Fostered collective creativity by refining and uplifting project approaches.
  • Explored current market trends through attendance at design shows.
  • Produced innovative designs and refined concepts to align with marketing goals.
  • Coordinated photo shoots to generate high-quality images for campaigns.
  • Guided junior designers by evaluating their work and recommending enhancements.
  • Attended trade shows to source trends and fabricationsDisney Design Merchandiser of Junior Denim, Sportswear /Dresses
  • Oversaw creation of versatile clothing collections tailored for Disney Theme environments.
  • Created and presented merchandise designs for various Disney divisions.
  • Managed photo shoots, company look books, and website maintenance.
  • Conduced market research in Europe and the US to identify key retail items, colors, silhouettes, and fabrications.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | MERCHANDISER | HEAD DESIGNER

Poof Apparel Group
New York
04.2011 - 11.2017
  • Directed projects to advance product lines across various fashion segments including Junior, Tween, and Missy.
  • Established direction for trends and color palette.
  • Streamlined development for frequently produced key items.
  • Coordinated category oversight across cut and sew, wovens, and sweaters.
  • Researched both international and local markets to identify emerging trends.
  • Facilitated alignment between marketing and product development teams for strategic goals.
  • Emphasized key fashion components like essential items and unique embellishments.
  • Developed and showcased design ideas, including team suggestions.
  • Oversaw development of seasonal look books and tracked trending social media content.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | MERCHANDISER | HEAD DESIGNER

Jones Apparel Group
New York
01.2010 - 04.2011
  • Pioneered development of innovative programs specifically targeting the Juniors and Tweens market for Jones Brand.
  • Oversaw staff of 8 designers and 2 technical designers.
  • Recognized within Jones for troubleshooting complex problems.
  • Started seasonal 'Kick-Off' meetings across divisions to align on essential items.
  • Designed impactful promotional table programs enhancing retail engagement.
  • Implemented innovative 'head to toe' sales strategy encompassing tops, jackets, athleisure, denim bottoms and dresses.
  • Collaborated with design, sales and merchant teams to ensure brand synergy.
  • Designed informative concept presentations paired with current market trend summaries tailored to drive sales.
  • Conducted extensive travel across Hong Kong and mainland China to develop seasonal product lines for market events.
  • Analyzed global retail trends to identify popular silhouettes and fabrics.
  • Explored emerging designs and materials by participating in trade exhibitions.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | HEAD DESIGNER GIRLS

Keystone Apparel Group
01.2009 - 12.2009

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | HEAD DESIGNER GIRLS

Periscope Kids (Division of CJ Apparel)
04.2002 - 01.2009

CREATIVE DIRECTOR / HEAD DESIGNER JUNIORS / GIRLS

Well Made Industries - Trademark
06.1999 - 04.2002

FOUNDING PRINCIPLE | MERCHANDISER | SENIOR DESIGNER GIRLS | TWEENS

Hot Shots/Cats Meow
06.1985 - 04.1998
  • Established start-up company, scaling it to a $22 million enterprise.
  • Facilitated recruitment and onboarding for various departments.
  • Managed group of designers and technical designers.
  • Developed innovative central strategies and managed fashion programs for major retailers.
  • Earned Target Vendor of the Year award three years in succession.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design Apparel Production Management

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York

Master Degree - Childhood Education Birth -6th Grade

Mercy College

Skills

  • Microsoft Suite
  • Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
  • Apparel design
  • Trend forecasting
  • Color selection
  • Design presentations
  • Design development
  • Team leadership
  • Brand representation
  • Design strategy
  • Fashion trends
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Timeline

SENIOR DESIGNER/MERCHANDISER

37 Orchard
02.2023 - Current

SENIOR DESIGNER/MERCHANDISER

Almost Famous Clothing
11.2017 - 01.2023

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | MERCHANDISER | HEAD DESIGNER

Poof Apparel Group
04.2011 - 11.2017

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | MERCHANDISER | HEAD DESIGNER

Jones Apparel Group
01.2010 - 04.2011

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | HEAD DESIGNER GIRLS

Keystone Apparel Group
01.2009 - 12.2009

CREATIVE DIRECTOR | HEAD DESIGNER GIRLS

Periscope Kids (Division of CJ Apparel)
04.2002 - 01.2009

CREATIVE DIRECTOR / HEAD DESIGNER JUNIORS / GIRLS

Well Made Industries - Trademark
06.1999 - 04.2002

FOUNDING PRINCIPLE | MERCHANDISER | SENIOR DESIGNER GIRLS | TWEENS

Hot Shots/Cats Meow
06.1985 - 04.1998

Bachelor of Science - Fashion Design Apparel Production Management

Fashion Institute of Technology

Master Degree - Childhood Education Birth -6th Grade

Mercy College

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