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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Marisela Astray

Miami

Summary

Responsible Tailor trained in design, construction, fitting, and alterations. Eager to build career in the field as a dependable and hardworking team member.

Creative professional in garment and fashion design, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in pattern making, fabric selection, and custom fitting that ensure client satisfaction. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, bringing designs to life with precision and creativity.

Multi-talented Tailor adept at creating everything from prom dresses to business suits. Possess creative eye for detail and deep knowledge of fashion and design. Driven to satisfy customers with quality and efficiency.

Motivated Tailor enthusiastic about helping clients feel good in clothing. Expert in consulting with clients to assess individual needs and develop flattering styles.

Established Fashion Designer with reputation for exquisitely designed collections. Familiar with complete product creation life cycle from initial concept to retail sale. Committed to innovation, functionality, and high-quality products.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tailor

Men'Werehouse
Miami
11.2019 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with various photographers to produce and finish photo shoots.
  • Maintained records of stock supplies, orders received and completed jobs.
  • Monitored inventory of materials used in tailoring activities such as thread and interfacing.
  • Adjusted and tailored clothing for proper fit.
  • Followed alterations report, repair tags and marks on garments.
  • Pressed garments and hung in garment bags for customers.
  • Conducted fittings with models and customers and pinned garments for planned alterations.
  • Generated high-quality results quickly and efficiently.
  • Measured customers for size and recorded measurements for use in alterations.
  • Altered clothing to fit individual customers and repaired defective garments.
  • Completed hems of pants and sleeves according to specifications.
  • Measured sleeves and pant legs and pin-folded alteration lines.
  • Completed final fittings before special events.
  • Removed stitches from garments to be altered by using rippers or razor blades.
  • Recorded required alterations and instructions on tags, attaching them to corresponding garments.
  • Maintained customer expectations with open consultations and frequent communication.
  • Adjusted patterns to fit client requirements.
  • Organized and maintained accessories and clothing in shooting area, enabling professionals to find items easily.
  • Designed clothing items based on customer requests and preferences.
  • Repaired garments such as suits, coats, dresses and other apparel.
  • Altered clothes for a better fit or specific design requirements.
  • Operated sewing machines to stitch fabric together in garment production.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Tailor

Jos.A Bank Men's Clothiers
Miami
06.2012 - 10.2019
  • Collaborated closely with various photographers to produce and finish photo shoots.
  • Maintained records of stock supplies, orders received and completed jobs.
  • Monitored inventory of materials used in tailoring activities such as thread and interfacing.
  • Adjusted and tailored clothing for proper fit.
  • Followed alterations report, repair tags and marks on garments.
  • Generated high-quality results quickly and efficiently.
  • Measured customers for size and recorded measurements for use in alterations.
  • Altered clothing to fit individual customers and repaired defective garments.
  • Completed hems of pants and sleeves according to specifications.

Measured sleeves and pant legs and pin-folded alteration lines.

Tailor

Men's Desaigner
Miami
05.2008 - 03.2012
  • Monitored inventory of materials used in tailoring activities such as thread and interfacing.
  • Maintained records of stock supplies, orders received and completed jobs.
  • Adjusted and tailored clothing for proper fit.
  • Followed alterations report, repair tags and marks on garments.
  • Pressed garments and hung in garment bags for customers.
  • Conducted fittings with models and customers and pinned garments for planned alterations.
  • Generated high-quality results quickly and efficiently.
  • Measured customers for size and recorded measurements for use in alterations.
  • Altered clothing to fit individual customers and repaired defective garments.
  • Measured sleeves and pant legs and pin-folded alteration lines.
  • Completed hems of pants and sleeves according to specifications.
  • Inspected garments after completion for any necessary repairs or alterations prior to delivery.
  • Conducted fittings and alterations for customers, ensuring satisfaction with the finished product.
  • Collaborated with designers and fashion teams to ensure all garments met desired specifications.
  • Removed stitches from garments to be altered by using rippers or razor blades.
  • Monitored stock levels of supplies, fabrics, trims and accessories used during production process.
  • Performed complex pattern adjustments based on customer measurements and preferences.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout the day.
  • Recorded required alterations and instructions on tags, attaching them to corresponding garments.
  • Pressed, steamed and hung items to prepare alterations for pick-up.
  • Used razor blades to carefully remove stitching to prepare garments for hemming and alterations.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Education

Associate of Arts - Cut And Sewing

Academy of Art & Krafs
Caibarien Villa Clara Cuba
07-1986

High School Diploma -

Martires De Bolivia
Villa Clara Cuba
07-1984

Skills

  • Garment alteration
  • Sewing machine operation
  • Pattern adjustment
  • Customer fitting consultation
  • Garment pressing
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • High attention to detail
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Sewing
  • Garment fitting
  • Alterations
  • Zipper installation
  • Garment alterations
  • Tailoring garments
  • Fabric inspection
  • Customer fitting
  • Clothing alterations

Certification

Certificado de Corte y Costura dado en la Ciudad de Caibarien en Artes Manuales

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Tailor

Men'Werehouse
11.2019 - Current

Tailor

Jos.A Bank Men's Clothiers
06.2012 - 10.2019

Tailor

Men's Desaigner
05.2008 - 03.2012

Associate of Arts - Cut And Sewing

Academy of Art & Krafs

High School Diploma -

Martires De Bolivia
Marisela Astray