Mandy McLean Couch
Cintas
Las Vegas,NV
19
years of professional experience
Creative Apparel Designer with solid foundation in apparel design, known for delivering innovative and marketable collections. Developed high-quality garments by leveraging trend research and technical design skills. Demonstrated strong abilities in fabric selection and pattern making, ensuring seamless production processes.
Work History
Associate Apparel Designer
9 Years 7 Months- Coordinated with head of design to prepare and implement innovative designs for assigned brands, recommending ideas and illustrations of new trends and fashions.
- Optimized team workflows and resource allocation, beating fiscal goals and securing a 7% year-over-year growth rate.
- Gained in-depth understanding of Yunique PLM and developed training guides for design team to support employee performance.
- Earned positive recognition for coordinating with head of design to prepare and implement innovative design for assigned brands. Provided recommendations for ideas and illustrations of new trends and fashions.
- Conceptualized and developed technical flat sketches (CAD) and created color illustration presentation boards using design software proficiencies.
- Designed innovative apparel collections aligned with brand vision and market trends.
- Maximized profitability by managing cost analysis and negotiating favorable pricing with vendors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and design feasibility.
- Oversaw prototyping processes, providing guidance to junior designers and ensuring timely project completion.
- Developed design specifications and technical packages for production teams, enhancing communication efficiency.
Seamstress I
2 Years- Carried out multiple alterations of apparel that included replacing zippers, adjusting the size of costumes in accordance with the performer's measurements, and sewing hems of costumes using sewing machines.
- Inspected fabrics for flaws and other irregularities and pressed drapery via hand irons or pressing machines.
- Ensured symmetric alignment of fabric patterns prior to tailoring according to designers' specifications.
- Constructed and altered costumes to meet high-quality standards and intricate designs.
- Collaborated with creative teams to ensure alignment of costume design with character vision.
- Utilized advanced sewing techniques and tools to execute complex garment construction efficiently.
- Conducted regular quality checks on finished garments, ensuring adherence to brand specifications.
- Utilized industrial sewing machines to construct high-quality apparel for various productions.
Working Lead & Trainer - Attractions
7 Years- Led training and supervision of employees to ensure efficient operation of attractions while adhering to company policies and guidelines.
- Formulated and updated training guides to boost staff performance and operational effectiveness.
- Analyzed systems and implemented structural changes to improve return rates associated with fastpass trackers.
- Actively responded to all guest issues and offered alternative solutions to resolve concerns in a timely manner.
- Developed and delivered training programs to enhance employee performance and engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess training needs and improve curriculum effectiveness.
- Mentored junior trainers, providing guidance on best practices and instructional strategies.
- Evaluated training outcomes through feedback and assessments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Implemented new training technologies to streamline learning processes and enhance user experience.
- Led initiatives to foster a culture of continuous learning among staff across various departments.
Education
Bachelors of Fine Arts - Fashion Design
- ~Second Place Winner - 2014 Lights! Camera! Fashion! Fashion Show
- ~ Her Universe Fashion Show Finalist 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Gerber PLM - Yunique
Microsoft Office Suite
Fashion sketching
Technical flats
Accomplishments
Cintas "Rookie of the Year" FY23
Timeline
Associate Apparel Designer
Cintas
01.2017 - CurrentRead More
Seamstress I
The Walt Disney Co.
01.2015 - 01.2017Read More
Working Lead & Trainer - Attractions
The Walt Disney Co.
01.2008 - 01.2015Read More
The Art Institute of California
Bachelors of Fine Arts from Fashion Design
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