Saleemah Muhammad
Washington,DC
Summary
Adept at transforming fabric into high-quality garments and accessories, I leveraged my expertise in garment construction and alterations at the fashion factory to enhance client satisfaction significantly. My adaptability and commitment to excellence fostered strong client relationships and a reputation for precision. Skilled in both hand sewing techniques and teamwork, I consistently delivered products that exceeded expectations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wig Maker/ Stylist
Hair Collection
06.2019 - 11.2024
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by supporting team members and assisting with tasks as necessary.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fashion trends and industry news, ensuring relevant styling suggestions for clients.
- Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Provided excellent customer service by attentively listening to client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Generated positive word-of-mouth marketing by providing an exceptional customer experience, leading to increased store traffic.
- Organized successful in-store events to promote new product lines and engage potential clients.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
- Mixed pigments and used proper techniques to achieve desired color.
- Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
Seamstress
Fashion Factory
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Altered and hemmed Type and Type garments to create custom-fitted styles.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various sewing tasks, including garment repairs, alterations, or custom clothing creation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and precise sewing services for various types of garments.
- Maintained clean and organized work area and verified safe and proper equipment functionality to reduce downtime.
- Cut fabric accurately for garment construction as per requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills and attention to detail in every project undertaken.
- Ensured accurate measurements were taken for each client''s project, resulting in well-fitting final products that required minimal adjustments.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Consistently adhered to company safety protocols while operating sewing equipment, minimizing workplace accidents and ensuring the well-being of team members.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Inspected finished garments to address flaws and verify adherence to quality standards.
- Upheld high standards of craftsmanship by consistently producing high-quality garments that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Trained new seamstresses on company procedures and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
- Constructed well-tailored dresses, trousers and jackets with precise attention to detail.
Education
Certificate - Fashion Design
Miriam Fashion College
Telaviv, Israel06.2017
Skills
- Hand sewing techniques
- Fabric cutting
- Alterations expertise
- Fitting adjustments
- Zipper installation
- Seam finishing
- Hemming techniques
- Patterning skills
- Stitching repairs
- Pleating methods
- Garment construction
- Patternmaking
- Serger machine use
- Custom clothing creation
- Upholstery sewing
- Embroidery techniques
- Fabric selection
- Garment repair
- Sewing machine operation
- Pattern drafting
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
Timeline
Wig Maker/ Stylist
Hair Collection
06.2019 - 11.2024
Seamstress
Fashion Factory
12.2016 - 12.2018
Certificate - Fashion Design
Miriam Fashion College
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