Jefferson Le
Ames
Summary
Passionate and dedicated apparel, merchandising, and design enthusiast with a strong academic background in the field. Eager to leverage my knowledge and creativity to kickstart a career in this dynamic industry. Committed to learning, staying updated with industry trends, and contributing fresh perspectives to design and merchandising teams. Possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a relentless drive to turn my passion into a successful career.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SOE Research Assistant
Iowa State University
02.2023 - Current
Food Service Associate
UnityPoint Hospital
05.2017 - Current
- Help take care of patients' and visitors' needs - Obtained skills in communication - Gained knowledge on how to react to unanticipated situations
Highschool Mentor
Children Family Urban Movement
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Led and taught the Draw the Line/Respect the Line program - Built relationships within the community - Helped lead team-building activities and acquired problem-solving skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel, Merchandising, Design
Iowa State University
Ames, IowaSkills
- Bilingual (Fluent in English and Vietnamese)
- Fashion illustration
- Technical drawing
- Fabric rendering
- Adobe Photoshop & Adobe Illustrator
- SketchUp (3D Design Software)
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Familiarity with fashion industry trends and consumer behavior
Accomplishments
Member of the first-ever cohort: ISU 4U Promise Program August 2018- May 2022
Relevant Courses:
- Apparel Product Development
- Merchandising and Retailing
- Textile Science
- Fashion Trend Analysis
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Fashion Marketing and Promotion
Timeline
SOE Research Assistant
Iowa State University
02.2023 - Current
Food Service Associate
UnityPoint Hospital
05.2017 - Current
Highschool Mentor
Children Family Urban Movement
08.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Apparel, Merchandising, Design
Iowa State University