MONICA ZAMORA
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail oriented and organized apparel professional with over 12 years of experience in the fashion industry, specializing in design support, production coordination, and material management. Proven expertise in maintaining trim libraries, managing samples, and updating PLM systems. Adept at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicating with team members.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Developer
Fashion Nova
01.2020 - 06.2024
- Adapted custom designs and high-fashion looks for mass market production, ensuring on time delivery and adherence to quality standards
- Maintained organized records of all design projects including sketches and digital files supporting efficient production workflow
- Selected materials and managed production timelines, ensuring accurate delivery and minimal delays
- Supported merchandising team by creating visual tools and organizing sample handovers for key meetings and sales presentations.
Associate Designer
Forever 21 HQ
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Generated tech packs daily in Adobe Illustrator and Excel with detailed construction call-outs with point of measurements in order to increase first proto sample accuracy
- Maintained weekly line sheets with comprehensive and accurate details of new styles in development
- Organized and maintained design and production records, ensuring consistency in materials and construction across multiple projects.
Assistant Production Coordinator
Forever 21 HQ
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Coordinated the management and movement of samples, ensuring timely availability for merchandising and production teams
- Communicated daily with domestic and oversees vendors to prevent avoidable delays in production
- Updated PLM system for retail changes, cost changes and extension dates
- Evaluated and approved trims, colors and lab dips, ensuring compliance with quality standards and on time delivery.
Assistant Designer, Patternmaker
Pretty Pistol Clothing LLC
03.2012 - 03.2014
- Assisted in the design and production of seasonal collections, ensuring adherence to design aesthetics and cost efficiency
- Developed first patterns and conducted quality inspections to maintain high production standards
- Supported pre-production quality control and fittings, ensuring smooth transition from design to production.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Fashion Design -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CASkills
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Product line development
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Material Selection
Trend forecasting
Garment construction
Data-driven decision-making
Technical problem solving
Degrees
AA, Fashion Design, LATTC
Timeline
Product Developer
Fashion Nova
01.2020 - 06.2024
Associate Designer
Forever 21 HQ
01.2018 - 01.2020
Assistant Production Coordinator
Forever 21 HQ
07.2014 - 01.2018
Assistant Designer, Patternmaker
Pretty Pistol Clothing LLC
03.2012 - 03.2014
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Fashion Design -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
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