Kimberly Williams
Detroit,MI
Summary
Driven by a passion for innovation in fashion, I leveraged my garment construction and effective communication skills at Bella Kurves to lead design projects that consistently met tight deadlines and budget constraints, enhancing brand visibility and team collaboration. My background also includes strategic purchasing decisions at iDiva Plus Boutique, significantly impacting sales trends while showcasing in several fashion productions including New York Fashion Week's Curvy Fashion Week.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Designer
Bella Kurves
09.2014 - Current
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management or to client.
- Created marketing materials, including brochures, flyers and product catalogs to brand standards.
- Leveraged industry knowledge and emerging trends to build innovative messaging and bring design concepts to fruition.
- Reviewed project requirements to plan workflows and evaluate client time and budget constraints.
- Created detailed measurement and construction specifications for design to be executed appropriately by production teams.
- Created and presented design collections to buyers and other industry professionals to generate interest and secure orders.
- Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
Seamstress/Customer Service Representative
The Fashion Station
04.2024 - Current
- Drafted designs and patterns for original garments.
- Determined appropriate repair solution based on garment damage to employ proper tools or equipment.
- Maintained clean and organized work area and verified safe and proper equipment functionality to reduce downtime.
- Applied and replaced decorative sequins, beading and ribbons to enhance and repair garments.
Executive Assistant/Seamstress
Via Mermaids
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Screened calls and emails and initiated actions to respond or direct messages for managers.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking of supplies for continuous availability.
Owner/Fashion Buyer
IDiva Plus Boutique
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends, or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
Instructor (Pharmacy Technician Program)
Dorsey Schools
05.2009 - 09.2010
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Heath Care Administration
Ashford University
San Diego, CABBA - Finance
Howard University
Washington, DCSkills
- Patterning skills
- Garment construction
- Project Leadership
- Hand Sewing
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Specialty designs
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Seamstress/Customer Service Representative
The Fashion Station
04.2024 - Current
Executive Assistant/Seamstress
Via Mermaids
03.2023 - 04.2024
Head Designer
Bella Kurves
09.2014 - Current
Owner/Fashion Buyer
IDiva Plus Boutique
10.2012 - 09.2014
Instructor (Pharmacy Technician Program)
Dorsey Schools
05.2009 - 09.2010
Master of Science - Heath Care Administration
Ashford University
BBA - Finance
Howard University
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