John Stefura
The Bronx,NY
Summary
An articulate Sr. Technical Designer. Well versed in the engineering of a design collection from initial concept through to the final floor set. Detailed in the construct and architecture for woven and knit garments through sewing, flat pattern, and draping woman's and men's design.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Men's Technical Designer
Free Country
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed preparation of 1st proto through all pre-production and production sample phases for fittings which included specing and pre-live model fits completed on form.
- Conducted all live model fittings, with design department, handling all pinnings, drapes and taking all notes.
- Managed all written corrections completed in Excel technical package.
- Initiated start of Men's Outerwear Fit Block library.
- Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
Technical Designer
Macy's Merchandising Group
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Accomplished and accredited in fitting, correcting patterns for overseas vendor development for Macy's private knit brand JM Collection
- Responsible for garments production development life cycle which included daily maintenance of data in companies PLM system through to final production approvals.
- Accomplished in Missy, Woman's and Petite woven and knit garments.
- Measuring samples, executing construction sew guides and sized gradings.
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proven ability to work well with team members and manage multiple tasks, goal oriented and ability to be flexible in fast paced environments
- Knowledgeable on target customers fits and lifestyle.
Technical Designer
Mainstreet Loungewear
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Managed make and fit of Just Sexy Intimate Apparel Collection for Missy and Woman's plus size categories,
- Streamlined fit process, draped 1st patterns, made pattern corrections direct to factories, responsible for 1st proto approvals to final production grade approval.
- Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
- Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
- Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
Designer
New York & Company, Eva Mendes Collection
02.2013 - 11.2014
- Launched and designed the EM Collection for New York & Company stores.
- Partnered with Eva Mendes, merchandising, sourcing and technical design to secure brand right product
- Created technical packs with all relevant fabric, trim and sketch details for every seasonal collection.
Technical Designer - Consultant
New York & Company
01.2007 - 12.2012
- Provided Technical Design support for all Wear to Work design departments.
- Daily sketching, creating design body boards, attending all fittings and design meetings, tech packing.
- Measuring original design samples and initiating 1st design specs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY01.1990
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Merchandising Management
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY06.1989
Skills
- Supplier Communication
- Pattern Creation
- Fitting Assessments
- Specifications Writing
- Measuring Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Problem Solving
- Product Development
- Manufacturing Processes
- Technical Drawing
- Attention to Detail
- Design Thinking
Timeline
Senior Men's Technical Designer
Free Country
08.2022 - 12.2022
Technical Designer
Macy's Merchandising Group
03.2018 - 02.2020
Technical Designer
Mainstreet Loungewear
03.2016 - 04.2017
Designer
New York & Company, Eva Mendes Collection
02.2013 - 11.2014
Technical Designer - Consultant
New York & Company
01.2007 - 12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Merchandising Management
Fashion Institute of Technology
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