Highly motivated professional with a proven ability to manage all stages of product development, from concept to completion. Specialized in Womens, Juniors, Swimwear, and Outerwear.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Designer
Perry Ellis International
Doral, FL
11.2018 - Current
Responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing the ladies Original Penguin tennis and golf as well as Grand Slam tennis line
Create technical packages for production and conduct fittings with model during production stages of garments.
Analyze fashion trends to design collections that meet market demands.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on fabric prints, product development, and 3D cads.
Sportswear and Swimwear Designer
Acid Nyc
03.2016 - Current
Designed and developed apparel for both men and women
Conceptualized and produced digital print designs using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Utilized Adobe Illustrator to produce intricate sketches and tech packs
Engaged closely with factory teams in the creation of samples and final products, providing detailed fit comments.
Women’s Outerwear Designer
The Levy Group
07.2015 - 03.2016
Designed and developed the Women's Line for Betsey Johnson Outerwear
Developed comprehensive tech packs and sketches using tools like Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Web PDM.
Developed the color palette, sourced fabrics, and trims
Communicated with factories during the development and production process.
Girls and Juniors Designer Outerwear and Swimwear Designer
Q4 Designs
05.2013 - 08.2015
Designed and developed girl's and junior’s outerwear line, including Catherine Malandrino, Steve Madden Girls, Madden Girls, Weatherproof, Seven for All Mankind, Diesel Kids Outerwear.
Created detailed tech packs and sketches utilizing Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
Collaborated with graphic designer to create prints, trims and graphics by developing color palette
Participate in fittings, proto revisions, and all relevant updates required.
Girls Designer
Free Country
02.2011 - 05.2013
Designed and developed a stylish and functional Tween Outerwear line
Develop color palette, prints, trims, and some graphics
Created detailed tech packs and sketches using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Coordinated with factories in sample development and provided fit feedback during production.
Freelance (Various companies)
02.2009 - 02.2011
Led product development projects encompassing the stages of sketching, designing, identifying color palettes, and conducting market research.
Illustrated bodies through Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software.
Created detailed tech packs and combo sheets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design Major- BFA
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
05.2001
Skills
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Technical sketches
Multitasking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Product Development
Attention to Detail
Ned Graphics programs
Affiliations
I own a small vintage business where I sell a curated women's collections from the Victorian period to the 1990s.
Timeline
Designer
Perry Ellis International
11.2018 - Current
Sportswear and Swimwear Designer
Acid Nyc
03.2016 - Current
Women’s Outerwear Designer
The Levy Group
07.2015 - 03.2016
Girls and Juniors Designer Outerwear and Swimwear Designer
Q4 Designs
05.2013 - 08.2015
Girls Designer
Free Country
02.2011 - 05.2013
Freelance (Various companies)
02.2009 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design Major- BFA
Fashion Institute of Technology
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