Olga Velasco
Austin
Summary
Strategic and results driven Accessories Product Developer with over 7 years of experience in project management and development operations. Expert in bridging the gap between design and manufacturing through technical CAD drafting and PLM optimization. Proven ability to leverage digital tools to modernize legacy workflows, enhancing cross functional efficiency and ensuring the delivery of high quality products.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Operations Associate
Consuela
09.2023 - Current
- Systems Transformation: Spearheaded the optimization of the PLM system, implementing advanced tools to digitize the development calendar and create a "single source of reference" for all accurate product data.
- Workflow Efficiency: Collaborated with cross-functional leads to transition manual tracking into the PLM environment, significantly reducing communication silos and redundant data entry.
- Process Mapping: Implemented new standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the Development team, ensuring more efficient handoffs between design, development, and production.
- Strategic Sourcing: Manage dual-sourcing initiatives to diversify the International supply chain and qualify new factory partners to mitigate production risks.
Product Development Associate / Specialist
Consuela
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Technical CAD & Tech Packs: Utilized Adobe Illustrator to create technical CADs, translating design concepts into comprehensive Tech Packs with detailed construction callouts for factory execution.
- Prototype Excellence: Directed the sample review process, providing technical feedback and construction comments to factories to ensure design intent and quality standards were met.
- Data Integrity: Owned the creation of seasonal line sheets and SKU/UPC architecture, ensuring seamless data flow from development to the warehouse.
Development and Market Coordinator
Consuela
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Logistics Leadership: Managed inventory and sample logistics for three national showrooms, ensuring brand consistent displays for seasonal market weeks.
- Interdepartmental Coordination: Synchronized with Sales and Marketing to ensure prototype availability for seasonal photoshoots and wholesale presentations.
Production and Development Assistant
Consuela
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Technical Support: Assisted in the drafting of initial Tech Packs and managed the master development sample chart for upcoming seasons.
- Cross-Border Collaboration: Partnered closely with factory development teams in Mexico to facilitate the material and sample making process, providing bilingual support to resolve technical queries and maintain development timelines.
Assistant Technical Designer (Jewelry & Footwear)
Brittany Nicole, LLC
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Created original cowboy boot embroidery and western jewelry designs, hand sketched concepts and translating them into Illustrator vector artwork for production ready technical use.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fashion And Business Management
The Art Institute
Austin, TX12-2016
Skills
- Product Development: Material & Textile Sourcing, Prototype Review, Sample Lifecycle, Costing Support
- Operations: PLM Implementation & Optimization, Process Mapping, Vendor Relations, Dual Sourcing Strategy
- Technical Design: Technical CAD Development, Tech Pack Creation, BOM Management, Construction Specification
Certification
- Project Management, Google - May 2025
Timeline
Development Operations Associate
Consuela
09.2023 - Current
Product Development Associate / Specialist
Consuela
09.2021 - 09.2023
Development and Market Coordinator
Consuela
02.2020 - 09.2021
Production and Development Assistant
Consuela
02.2017 - 02.2020
Assistant Technical Designer (Jewelry & Footwear)
Brittany Nicole, LLC
01.2016 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Fashion And Business Management
The Art Institute