Maria Del Pilar Busto
Potomac,Maryland
Summary
Reliable team member with strong communication skills ande ability to adjust work for various environments. Handles modifications, requests and feedback from colleagues, clients and vendors in efficient manner, understanding needs of all parties involved. Flexible in adapting work style to fit different projects and juggling multiple assignments within tight deadlines. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Wedding Dress Designer
Box In White
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all marketing materials.
- Streamlined design processes, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
- Created marketing materials, including brochures, flyers and product catalogs to brand standards.
- Guaranteed designs adhere to company brand standards and guidelines.
- Collaborated with clients to address brand imaging and marketing style.
Wedding Dress Designer and Stylist
Box In White
07.2015 - 08.2023
- Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all marketing materials.
- Mentored junior designers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Provided constructive feedback during fittings, helping clients refine their personal style preferences.
- Generated positive word-of-mouth marketing by providing an exceptional customer experience, leading to increased store traffic.
- Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
Professional Fabric Buyer
Telas Del Atelier
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
- Enhanced quality control measures by establishing clear criteria for vendor selection and conducting thorough evaluations of potential partners.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to identify new supply sources that could potentially improve overall procurement efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Hong Kong Design Institute
Hong Kong02.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education
Universidad Nacional De Mar Del Plata
Mar Del Plata, Argentina12.2003
High School Diploma -
Holy Trinity College
Mar Del Plata, Argentina12.1996
Skills
- Design implementation
- Project Management
- Material Selection
- Concept Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Freelance Wedding Dress Designer
Box In White
08.2023 - Current
Wedding Dress Designer and Stylist
Box In White
07.2015 - 08.2023
Professional Fabric Buyer
Telas Del Atelier
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Hong Kong Design Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teacher Education
Universidad Nacional De Mar Del Plata
High School Diploma -
Holy Trinity College
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