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PAULA NICOLETTI

Olalla,WA

Summary

Hardworking Technical Designer well-versed in managing specifications and developing basic patterns. Skilled in working with suppliers and coordinating prototypes. Ready to bring 30 years' experience in the field to a challenging new role with growth potential. Adept at solving problems with design, production and marketing by applying apparel knowledge and technical strengths to diverse issues. Experienced in conducting fittings, coordinating documentation and checking product quality. Versatile Technical Designer committed to collaborating with merchandisers, manufacturers and designers to create high-quality products. Skillful in using Adobe Creative Suite, PLM, Microsoft office Suite, & Gerber Pattern & Marker Maker Suites to develop technical illustrations and conducting technical analysis of garments, including fit, aesthetics and construction. Quality-oriented professional offering 30 years of experience in fashion manufacturing industry. Ambitious individual crafting innovative, trend-forward garments for array of styles. Possesses deep understanding of fashion industry with strong technical skills and eye for fine detail. Creator of high-quality pieces utilizing comprehensive planning process to guide garment construction. Creative design professional offering 30 years of experience in fashion design and apparel production. Proven history of successful collaboration with clients, brand managers and executives to deliver seasonal lines and specialized projects. Identifies target markets and deliver on emerging trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Technical Designer

Nordstrom
02.2018 - 06.2020
  • Create and manage spec packages, detail sketches, patterns, fit blocks, and sample construction while maintaining design integrity and ready for production
  • Establish pattern fit blocks and new construction techniques in order to achieve new engineering while maintaining brand consistency through out outerwear collections through development and into production
  • Communicate product updates and corrections to overseas and domestic vendor partners while ensuring all deadlines are met.
  • Created basic blocks patterns and associated specs.
  • Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
  • Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
  • Prepared specifications for prototypes and communicated with suppliers about fabrics.
  • Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
  • Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Developed seasonal and brand style guides to promote organization.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Senior Designer/Product Developer/Master Colorist

Cutter & Buck
08.2017 - 01.2019
  • Collaborate with merchandising team to design new collections to meet sales needs
  • Work closely with production and overseas partners to ensure proper product execution and increase efficiency in production
  • Create original designs, develop new products, manage spec packages, detail sketches, patterns, fit blocks, and sample construction while maintaining design integrity from conception through production
  • Establish pattern fit blocks and new construction techniques while maintaining brand consistency and cohesion throughout collections from design, development, and through production
  • Communicate product updates and corrections to overseas and domestic vendor partners while ensuring all deadlines are met.
  • Reviewed products and updates to meet company quality standards, schedule production and work-in-progress tracking and reports.
  • Collaborated with manufacturers, operations leaders and sales teammates to ascertain production details.
  • Reviewed products and updates for company quality standards compliance.
  • Scheduled production and work-in-progress tracking and reports.
  • Developed apparel and accessories from design conceptualization to client delivery.
  • Worked closely with sales, operations and manufacturers to deliver quality outdoor and active apparel production.
  • Accurately created organizational structures.
  • Traveled to manufacturing facilities to evaluate product creation and point out potential issues.
  • Researched and identified best-fit materials for new products.
  • Collaborated with team of engineers to develop new products.
  • Created visuals and renderings communicating product design concepts.
  • Identified changes in project scope and modified job schedule accordingly.
  • Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features.
  • Analyzed user feedback and implemented changes to product design.
  • Documented each step in product's design process for use in manuals.
  • Wrote comprehensive user manuals for new products and additional technical documentation.
  • Reviewed products and updates to meet company quality standards, schedule production and work-in-progress tracking and reports
  • Collaborated with manufacturers, operations leaders and sales teammates to ascertain production details
  • Reviewed products and updates for company quality standards compliance
  • Assessed competitors products and designs to compare projects
  • Scheduled production and work-in-progress tracking and reports
  • Devised brand and product strategies to drive client satisfaction
  • Managed supply chains while sourcing material
  • Worked closely with sales, operations and manufacturers to deliver quality outdoor apparel and accessory production
  • Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features

Senior Technical Designer

Coal Headwear
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Collaborate with design and production teams to maintain design integrity and fit while managing production timeline
  • Create and maintain specs while effectively communicating construction and fit corrections to domestic and overseas partners
  • Prepare all samples and specs to evaluate and maintain consistent fit, construction & workmanship
  • Generate and manage tracking documents to ensure sample approval to meet all production deadlines.

Senior Outerwear Technical Designer

REI Private Brands
03.2014 - 11.2016
  • Partner and collaborate with design, production, and overseas partners to ensure product execution and increase efficiency in production
  • Create and manage spec packages, detail sketches, patterns, fit blocks, and sample construction while maintaining design integrity and ready for production
  • Establish pattern fit blocks and new construction techniques in order to achieve new engineering while maintaining brand consistency through out outerwear collections through development and into production
  • Communicate product updates and corrections to overseas and domestic vendor partners while ensuring all deadlines are met.
  • Created basic blocks patterns and associated specs.
  • Worked closely with designers, production staff and merchandising team members.
  • Maintained fit consistency across all brand items.
  • Prepared specifications for prototypes and communicated with suppliers about fabrics.
  • Attended fittings, documented comments for changes and sent final corrections to vendors.
  • Oversaw production fashion line from concept to completion.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
  • Developed seasonal and brand style guides to promote organization.
  • Developed exciting seasonal merchandise assortments to improve category diversity.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Technical Design Manager

Marmot Mountain
02.2010 - 04.2015
  • Manage team to develop outerwear from design hand offs to production
  • Build and manage operational manuals, processes, & methods to onboard vendor partners to maintain quality standards & create efficiency in production
  • Organize team’s workflow and delegate tasks to meet all development and production deadlines
  • Establish all fit block patterns, create patterns, and standardize grade rules to maintain brands fit consistency
  • Maintain communication with factories to ensure construction quality standards are met
  • Create design sketches to communicate construction details to overseas and domestic vendor partners
  • Work closely with design to Drive for innovation and champion improvement through technical design, construction detail, and fit to elevate brand identity
  • Create and update spec packages and ready for production while working under demanding time lines.

Senior Designer

Many Belles Down
10.2008 - 02.2010
  • Design women’s clothing while performing lap dip approvals, color swatches, flat sketch, presentation boards, layouts, computer designs, and fitting
  • Lead design team to create and launch a start up women’s contemporary clothing line
  • Create original textile designs and worked with printers to insure accuracy and quality of prints
  • Manage and approve all styles from development process through production
  • Build and maintain schedules and timelines to meet deadlines
  • Create look books, line sheets, and imagery for sales and merchandising
  • Coordinate trade show logistics, booth design, construction, and manage sales team.

Assistant Designer

K2 Snowboards
11.2000 - 08.2005
  • Conduct trend and market research, implemented flat sketch, and create visual line plane for each season
  • Create and maintain outerwear design sketches, development spec packages through to finalizing for production
  • Design, fit, and reviewed styles, assist with selecting materials and trims to bring design to completion
  • Maintain and correct all spec packages for outerwear and soft goods
  • Style garments and assist with photo shoots for catalogs, marketing tools, and website.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design, Arts, Manufacturing

Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA
06.2008

Skills

  • Highly motivated, strong team player with ability to build interpersonal relationships
  • Excellent understanding of creative process and product to excel business performance, and very detail oriented
  • Influence supplier’s manufacturing through processes, and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations
  • Highly organized with strong management and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task and prioritize projects to meet all deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal skills to effectively communicate with domestic and overseas partners
  • Technical Skills
  • Extensive knowledge of
  • Word, Excel, Power Point, Illustrator, Photoshop, Enovia, Flex PLM, Opti Tex PDS, PAD, Gerber, and Marker Maker
  • Highly detail oriented with ability to execute specs and technical sketches to communicate design detail and ready for production
  • Strong knowledge and ability to create patterns digitally and by hand, fit, grade, and construct garments to industry standards
  • Extensive knowledge of fabric construction, finishes, dye and print processes, and in-depth knowledge of outerwear apparel manufacturing process
  • Ability to conduct seasonal research, forecasting, and creating visual displays to create cohesive collection while aligning with brand direction

Timeline

Senior Technical Designer

Nordstrom
02.2018 - 06.2020

Senior Designer/Product Developer/Master Colorist

Cutter & Buck
08.2017 - 01.2019

Senior Technical Designer

Coal Headwear
03.2016 - 03.2017

Senior Outerwear Technical Designer

REI Private Brands
03.2014 - 11.2016

Technical Design Manager

Marmot Mountain
02.2010 - 04.2015

Senior Designer

Many Belles Down
10.2008 - 02.2010

Assistant Designer

K2 Snowboards
11.2000 - 08.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Apparel Design, Arts, Manufacturing

Seattle Central Community College

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