Katelyne Kratofil
Kansas City,,MO
Summary
Innovative Technical Designer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in CAD software, pattern making, and technical specification packages. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments to meet design objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Designer
Mer-Sea & Co
Lenexa, Kansas
08.2024 - Current
- Builds and modifies all elements of garment tech packs, including technical flats, construction details, BOMs, and graded specs.
- Provides both technical and creative insight throughout line planning and ideation phases of development with business owners.
- Conducts fit sessions on live models, as well as dress forms, and meticulously reviews samples for correct specs and construction. Effectively communicates desired improvements with global manufacturing partners.
- Acts as primary liaison between Product Development and Quality Control departments, establishing systems for enhanced inter-department communication and decision-making.
Craft Bartender
The Savoy at 21C
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Analyzed guest preferences and feedback to develop unique, visually appealing cocktails with precise recipes and flavor profiles.
- Executed tasks efficiently under pressure, managing multiple guests while ensuring product quality and accuracy, and communicating with team members.
- Projected product demands from sales data, and forthcoming events, to facilitate effective inventory oversight.
Dining Room Floor Manager
Blue Hills Country Club
Kansas City, Missouri
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitored and organized daily reservation capacities, layouts, and server assignments.
- Led daily pre-shift meetings to educate staff regarding service standards, upcoming event expectations, and relevant club/member information.
- Leveraged staff strengths while equitably delegating tasks and projects.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design And Technology
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Interior Architecture
University of Missouri
Columbia, MOSkills
- Garment construction and fit analysis
- Pattern development
- Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop proficiency
- Tech pack creation
- Creative problem-solving
- Strategic thinking
- Task prioritization
- Deadline-driven
Timeline
Technical Designer
Mer-Sea & Co
08.2024 - Current
Craft Bartender
The Savoy at 21C
04.2023 - 09.2024
Dining Room Floor Manager
Blue Hills Country Club
04.2021 - 04.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design And Technology
Johnson County Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Interior Architecture
University of Missouri
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