JULIE LATHAM
San Francisco,CA
Summary
I am a San Francisco based creative Fashion Designer/Fashion Stylist/Design Consultant. The collections I have designed have driven huge bottom line results, year after year. My experience is in all product categories and I have a passion for all aspects of design. Fast paced work environments are very comfortable for me as well as supporting design teams in every part of the design process in order to hit deadlines. I also design concepts/collections on a projects basis and offer consulting services. I am currently looking for Freelance Fashion Design, Fashion Stylist, and Design Consulting opportunities in San Francisco, the Bay Area or working remotely.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Julie Latham Designs
Self
11.2015 - Current
- Freelance Fashion Designer
- Gap Inc., Old Navy, Porter Blue, Factory Designer
- Available for in person and remote design support in all departments and categories
- Freelance Fashion Stylist
- Gap Inc., Porter Blue
- Available for fashion styling support for photo shoots
- Design Consulting
- Available for project based design consulting
Head Fashion Designer
Tea Collection
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Head Designer - Boy and Baby Boy in all categories
- Revitalized product lines for increased market share and customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced brand recognition by implementing innovative design strategies and concepts.
- Traveled internationally/domestically on design inspiration trips/concept for each season
- Successfully managed all direct reports/freelance designers with clear communication
- Integral in 40% growth in Boy business and acquiring new customers
Senior Fashion Designer
Gymboree
08.2005 - 11.2013
- Boosted sales by 50% with creating of unique and eye-catching clothing pieces that resonated with target audiences.
- Streamlined design processes, reducing overall project timelines without compromising on quality or innovation.
- Mentored junior designers, creating collaborative and productive working environment for creativity to thrive.
- Oversaw 30 collection launches yearly, coordinating efforts across design, production, and marketing teams to achieve desired results.
Fashion Designer
Target/Mervyns
07.2002 - 08.2005
- Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, guiding development of new collections accordingly.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers, vendors and other industry professionals to stay informed about new developments and resources available.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
- Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication and Organizational Skills
- Garment construction
- Fashion Design and Illustration
- Color theory
- Fashion Trend Forecasting
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- 3D Design Skills
- Miro
Timeline
Julie Latham Designs
Self
11.2015 - Current
Head Fashion Designer
Tea Collection
11.2013 - 11.2015
Senior Fashion Designer
Gymboree
08.2005 - 11.2013
Fashion Designer
Target/Mervyns
07.2002 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design
North Carolina State University