Patricia Huezo
New York,USA
Summary
Professional designer with experience in apparel collections creation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in creative design, sketching, PLM, and trend analysis. Valued for reliability, creativity, and results-driven approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Apparel Designer- Menswear
LEE - 05 GROUP
03.2023 - Current
- Developed seasonal designs for Woven Apparel collections, ensuring alignment with Lee's brand identity and target market.
- Collaborated with Production, Factories, cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity, quality standards, and timely production during development stages and production.
- Created detailed technical sketches and specifications to guide production teams in garment creation, including Tech Packs on PLM.
Apparel Designer- Bottoms- Menswear- Freelancer
O5 GROUP
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed Tech Packs, Sketches and CADs for Dress Pants for a diverse brand such as: Company81, Eddie Bauer, Tahari & Modern Culture.
- Managed timelines and project milestones to ensure on-time delivery of design projects.
Apparel Print Designer
TALBOTS
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Designed seasonal prints and patterns that captured the brand's aesthetic while appealing to target demographics.
- Worked closely with product development teams to align print designs with garment construction and functionality.
- Created detailed technical specifications for print production, facilitating clear communication with manufacturing partners.
Senior CAD Graphics & Textiles Designer
Sears Holding Corporation
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Led team of designers to create intricate Woven and Print patterns for apparel collections, enhancing visual appeal and brand alignment for Menswear brands: Roebuck & Co, Amplify, Route 66, Structure, and Outdoor Life.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design concepts met production feasibility and market trends.
- Trained junior designers on software tools and design techniques, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Apparel & Textiles Designer
Sears Holding Corporation
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Designed diverse print / patterns, woven yarn dyes, dobby and knits for ready to wear Menswear brands and swimwear
- Conducted trend forecasting research to anticipate market shifts and adapt designs accordingly.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all product lines.
- Teamed with new leadership in San Francisco Office to implement new design processes,
CAD Textiles Designer- Womenswear
Sears Holding Corporation
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Developed innovative designs for Laura Scott Brand's collections, focusing on contemporary trends and consumer preferences, following seasonal palette and direction.
- Created trendy concept boards and presentation boards.
- Created detailed technical sketches and print patterns to guide production teams in the garment manufacturing process.
Associate Graphics Designer-Womenswear
Sears Holding Corporation
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Designed print patterns, embroideries, for Jaclyn Smith Brand following seasonal palette and creative direction.
- Executed detailed sketches for garment production, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Fashion Design Internship
OSCAR DE LA RENTA
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Assisted in the development of seasonal design concepts for Bridal Spring Collection 2013, and ready to wear Spring-Summer Collection 2014, enhancing brand aesthetic and market relevance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY05-2013
BBA - Marketing
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-2006
Skills
- Apparel Line Development
- Adobe photoshop, Illustrator
- PLM-Beproduct
- Sketching
- Color theory & Trend forecasting
- Kaledo & Ned Graphics
- Problem-solving
- Time management, Teamwork & Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
Websites
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Apparel Designer- Menswear
LEE - 05 GROUP
03.2023 - Current
Apparel Designer- Bottoms- Menswear- Freelancer
O5 GROUP
02.2022 - 02.2023
Apparel Print Designer
TALBOTS
10.2019 - 01.2023
Senior CAD Graphics & Textiles Designer
Sears Holding Corporation
04.2017 - 01.2019
Apparel & Textiles Designer
Sears Holding Corporation
02.2016 - 03.2017
CAD Textiles Designer- Womenswear
Sears Holding Corporation
09.2014 - 01.2016
Associate Graphics Designer-Womenswear
Sears Holding Corporation
09.2013 - 08.2014
Fashion Design Internship
OSCAR DE LA RENTA
04.2013 - 06.2013
Associate of Arts - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Technology
BBA - Marketing
Harding University