Miranda Carmona
Sherman Oaks,Ca
Summary
Experienced and detail-driven Technical Designer and Patternmaker with over 20 years of expertise in denim, knits, and wovens across contemporary and popular-priced markets. Proven ability to lead fittings, analyze construction, and develop accurate tech packs. Adept in both traditional and digital patternmaking. Strong collaborator with global production teams and mentor to junior designers. Highly adaptable—open to full time, remote, part-time, and hybrid roles.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Technical Designer & Fit Consultant
Various Brands
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with online and DTC fashion brands including Overlord, 12th Tribe and Only Hearts
- Delivered high-quality fit corrections, construction call-outs, and streamlined tech pack development.
- Conducted fittings and pattern adjustments to improve customer satisfaction and reduce returns.
Freelance Technical Designer
Pacific Sunwear (Pac Sun)
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Contributed to the development and production of the young men’s sportswear line.
- Worked in a hybrid capacity, supporting fit evaluation and tech pack accuracy.
Adjunct Instructor
Woodbury University
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Taught advanced patternmaking and technical design principles twice a week.
- Guided students on fit, construction, and digital design practices.
Freelance Fit Tech
12th Tribe
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Helped enhance garment fit and ensured consistent sizing across styles.
- Optimized tech pack delivery for faster production and fewer sampling rounds.
Senior Technical Designer
NYDJ (Not Your Daughter’s Jeans)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led fit, pattern analysis, and garment construction decisions.
- Oversaw all technical aspects of sportswear development.
Senior Technical Designer
Jaya Apparel
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed tech packs and led fittings for contemporary women’s apparel.
- Worked closely with design and production to maintain brand integrity.
Director of Product Development
Desert Blue Jeans
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Directed all phases of development, from concept through production.
- Led denim innovation and established factory standards.
Director of Product Development
Boom Boom Jeans
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Managed production for high-volume lines manufactured in China.
- Focused on cost-effective production without compromising design quality.
Education
B.S.B.A. - Business Administration
University of the East
A.A. - Fashion Design
Slims Fashion and Art School
Skills
- Technical Design
- Fit Analysis
- Fittings
- Grading Standards
- Advanced Patternmaking
- Knits
- Denim
- Fit Comments
- Construction Recommendations
- Tech Pack Creation
- Garment Construction
- Wovens
- Construction Techniques
- Fabrication Call-Outs
- PDM
- PLM
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Team Mentorship
- Training
- Effective Communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Product Development
- Lifecycle Management
- Remote Team Integration
- Data-Driven Fit Analysis
- Spec Analysis
Websites
Additional Highlights
- Authored a book on draping and patternmaking techniques.
- Former adjunct professor with 10+ years of teaching experience.
- Strong mentorship background: helped junior designers grow into senior roles.
- Comfortable in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Availability
Open to remote, hybrid, freelance, full time, or part-time opportunities.
Additional Project Based Roles
- Freelance Technical Designer for: Bailey 44 – Contemporary Sweaters
- Five Four Group – Men’s Subscription Line
- Yeezy (West Brand) – High-End Designer Collection
- Rockstar Denim – Premium Men’s Denim
- Joie & Equipment – Women’s Contemporary Apparel
- O Gorgeous – Online Athleisure Wear
- Lipstick & Prophet – Design & Tech Consulting Firm
Core Competencies
Fit analysis, fittings, and grading standards across all demographics, Advanced patternmaking (manual + digital); expert in knits and denim, Clear, concise fit comments and construction recommendations, Accurate tech pack creation using Excel and software tools, Deep knowledge of garment construction for knits, denim, and wovens, Strategic decision-making on construction techniques to enhance quality and fit, Strong fabrication call-outs to ensure durability and performance, PDM, PLM (Bamboo NGA), and other tech pack platforms, Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop (pattern & spec visualization), Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint (reporting & pack building), Team mentorship and training (10+ years teaching experience), Effective communication with overseas factories and vendors, Cross-functional collaboration with design, development, and production teams, Lifecycle management: concept → fit → production, Remote and hybrid team integration, Data-driven fit and spec analysis to improve product efficiency
Timeline
Freelance Technical Designer
Pacific Sunwear (Pac Sun)
07.2023 - 09.2023
Adjunct Instructor
Woodbury University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Freelance Fit Tech
12th Tribe
02.2022 - 04.2023
Freelance Technical Designer & Fit Consultant
Various Brands
01.2021 - Current
Senior Technical Designer
NYDJ (Not Your Daughter’s Jeans)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Technical Designer
Jaya Apparel
01.2010 - 01.2012
Director of Product Development
Desert Blue Jeans
01.2006 - 01.2010
Director of Product Development
Boom Boom Jeans
01.1999 - 01.2006
B.S.B.A. - Business Administration
University of the East
A.A. - Fashion Design
Slims Fashion and Art School
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