Jenipher Gabrielle
Germantown,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented Seamstress/ Tailor with strong alterations techniques and application skills. Brings 30 years of sewing machine operating experience to join, gather, hem and decorate articles. Performs alterations to product standards and certifications and assists in solutions to improve efficiencies and troubleshoot and resolve issues.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Talented Seamstresses/Tailor successfully sews items with speed and diligence. Runs diverse machines and uses various stitches to meet specific needs. Alters garments, fashion accessories and home decor items with quality finish.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Embroidery Machine Operator
Lion Brothers Inc
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Set up and operated embroidery machines to produce quality products.
- Threaded needles, loaded patterns onto machines, and adjusted tension settings for each thread color.
- Monitored machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
- Maintained production records of finished goods.
- Inspected completed items for defects and accuracy of stitching.
- Kept work area clean and organized at all times.
- Changed bobbins when necessary during production runs.
- Stopped machines immediately upon noticing any irregularities in their operations.
- Contacted maintenance team for machine repairs or mechanical issues.
Seamstress/Ladies Tailor
Hanover Uniforms
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Sew emblems and epaulet on jackets, shirts and caps Trimmed away excess threads after each stitching session was completed before starting another one.· Perform alterations on jackets, pants and shirts
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines while operating machinery in order to avoid any accidents or injuries.
- Measured and cut fabric for garments according to patterns or customer specifications.
- Altered existing garments by taking in seams, shortening lengths, replacing zippers and buttons.
- Ensured all products were completed accurately and efficiently within established timeframes.
- Maintained cleanliness of the work area including tools, equipment and materials used.
- Selected appropriate thread colors that matched the fabric being used for each garment item.
- Pinned altering folds or marked cloth at seam to indicate alterations in progress.
- Pressed, steamed and hung items to prepare alterations for pick-up.
- Used razor blades to carefully remove stitching to prepare garments for hemming and alterations.
- Monitored machines, diagnosed problems and performed basic corrections to keep equipment operational during shifts.
- Checked fabric for markings and pins to sew together correctly.
- Placed thread spools on spindles, inserted bobbins and threaded ends through machine guides.
- Altered existing garments to fit customers' specifications.
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Independent Contractors
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Assisted clients in the preparation of real estate contracts and other documents related to the sale or purchase of property.
- Conducted market research to identify potential buyers, sellers, properties, and current market trends.
- Advertised properties through multiple online and print platforms while ensuring accuracy of all information provided.
- Developed effective marketing strategies for new listings including brochures, flyers, open houses.
- Negotiated favorable terms with buyers and sellers on behalf of clients.
- Analyzed comparable sales data to provide accurate pricing recommendations for clients.
- Maintained detailed records of all transactions and communications with clients.
- Researched local zoning regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances.
- Attended networking events in order to build professional connections within the industry.
- Educated clients on various aspects of the real estate process including financing options and legal requirements.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from prospective buyers and sellers regarding available properties or services offered by company.
- Monitored progress of deals from start to finish while providing frequent updates to relevant parties.
- Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately prior to submission for approval.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every stage of the transaction.
- Identified areas for improvement within existing processes and procedures related to real estate sales.
- Applied various methods to build client base, including networking, email and social media.
- Compared properties with similar, recently sold properties in neighboring areas to determine comparative market price.
- Advised sellers on making homes more appealing to buyers in competitive marketplace.
- Showed residential properties and explained features, value and benefits of available homes.
- Advertised properties to general public via networking, brochures, ads and multiple listing services to maximize exposure.
- Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
- Facilitated real estate purchases by reviewing listings, accompanying clients to properties and communicating sale conditions.
- Planned and coordinated open house events to move properties.
- Attended progress meetings and cold call sessions to hone lead generation skills.
Independent Beauty Consultant
Mary Kay Products Marketing
04.2014 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase sales of beauty products.
- Conducted product demonstrations to customers in-store, online, and at events.
- Provided personalized advice and consultations on makeup looks for clients.
- Educated customers on the latest trends in cosmetics and skincare.
- Maintained detailed records of customer purchases, preferences, and inquiries.
- Organized promotional events such as makeover sessions, workshops, and seminars.
- Assisted clients with color matching, skin tone selection, and application techniques.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of desired items in store.
- Scheduled appointments for clients based on their individual needs.
- Recommended appropriate products to meet customers' individual needs.
- Showed customers how to apply makeup and other products to achieve desired looks.
- Finalized purchases and processed payments.
- Restocked products from inventory and placed orders for new products when supplies ran low.
- Collected payment from customers and scheduled next appointments.
Theatrical Wardrobe Assistant Tailor
Entertainment Partners
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Organized and maintained wardrobe department documents, including inventory records and rental contracts.
- Assisted with the selection of costumes for productions, ensuring accuracy to period and character.
- Gathered clothing items from suppliers in order to create complete costume sets.
- Coordinated fittings between actors and models and costumers to ensure proper fit of garments.
- Operated sewing machines to stitch fabric together in garment production.
- Repaired garments such as suits, coats, dresses and other apparel.
- Altered clothes for a better fit or specific design requirements.
- Pinned fabric during fittings to identify alterations needed for a perfect fit.
- Followed safety procedures when using sharp tools such as scissors and needles.
- Kept detailed notes on customer measurements to ensure accurate alterations.
- Attached buttons, zippers, hooks and other fasteners onto garments.
- Adjusted and tailored clothing for proper fit.
- Measured customers for size and recorded measurements for use in alterations.
- Altered clothing to fit individual customers and repaired defective garments.
- Completed hems of pants and sleeves according to specifications.
- Removed stitches from garments to be altered by using rippers or razor blades.
- Understood pin arrangements from previous fittings and other professionals to complete changes.
- Created new fabric and finish, print and pattern and trim and expression standards for multiple brands.
- Followed alterations report, repair tags and marks on garments.
- Measured sleeves and pant legs and pin-folded alteration lines.
- Conducted fittings with models and customers and pinned garments for planned alterations.
Education
Real Estate Salesperson License - Real Estate
NYREI
07-2018
Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding
CUNY Adult Continuing Education
09-2012
GED -
CUNY
04-2007
Skills
- Self Motivation
- Textile knowledge
- Hand sewing
- Machine Operation
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Written Communication
Timeline
Industrial Embroidery Machine Operator
Lion Brothers Inc
12.2021 - 05.2024
Seamstress/Ladies Tailor
Hanover Uniforms
07.2021 - 09.2021
Theatrical Wardrobe Assistant Tailor
Entertainment Partners
08.2018 - 10.2018
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Independent Contractors
07.2018 - 07.2021
Independent Beauty Consultant
Mary Kay Products Marketing
04.2014 - 01.2020
Real Estate Salesperson License - Real Estate
NYREI
Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding
CUNY Adult Continuing Education
GED -
CUNY
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