JESSICA SESSIONS
Carmel,NY
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Designer with proficiency in maintaining brand consistency, verifying tech packs, and fostering cross-functional collaboration, delivering impactful design projects aligned with company standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Outerwear Design - Multiple Brands
Haddad Brands
New York, New York
04.2019 - 06.2025
- Designed outerwear collections for Nike, Air Jordan, Lacoste, Levi's, Converse, and Hurley brands.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency across all designs.
- Mentored junior designers to enhance skills in design principles and project execution.
- Analyzed competitor designs to inform creative direction and identify market opportunities.
- Managed complete sampling process from initial concept to final buyer approvals.
- Reviewed designs for accuracy and adherence to brand standards.
- Ensured tech pack accuracy and measurements for precision prior to grading.
Senior Designer Calvin Klein Jeans - Boys
Centric Brands
New York, New York
07.2013 - 02.2019
- Oversaw technical specifications for garment construction and quality standards adherence.
- Created detailed sketches and digital renderings to communicate design concepts effectively.
- Provided technical assistance related to graphic designing processes when necessary.
- Managed fabric selection and sourcing to optimize material quality and sustainability efforts.
Senior Designer Men's Outerwear / Swimwear
Tommy Hilfiger USA
New York, New York
03.1997 - 07.2013
- Responsible for the TH Men's Outerwear and Swimwear seasonal designs.
- Researched market trends to inform design decisions and product development.
- Created technical packages and product specifications to communicate design concepts to manufacturers.
- Incorporated design changes based on feedback from Merchandising and Sales teams.
Designer
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
New York, New York
06.1995 - 03.1997
- Designed Young Men's Knits and Activewear
- Conducted trend research to inform design direction and product development.
- Created detailed technical sketches and specifications for production teams.
- Assisted in preparing visual presentations for internal reviews.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NYSkills
Outerwear design and product development
Technical specifications
Adobe Illustrator proficiency
PLM software (tech packs)
Accomplishments
- Designed the Freestyle Ski uniforms for the Olympic Freestyle Ski Team (Winter Olympics 2006)
- Designed the outerwear uniforms for the Grand Prix Ferrari team, including world famous driver Michael Schumacher
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director Outerwear Design - Multiple Brands
Haddad Brands
04.2019 - 06.2025
Senior Designer Calvin Klein Jeans - Boys
Centric Brands
07.2013 - 02.2019
Senior Designer Men's Outerwear / Swimwear
Tommy Hilfiger USA
03.1997 - 07.2013
Designer
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc
06.1995 - 03.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
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