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So-Young Son

Rego Park

Summary

Textile Designer specializing in unique fabric patterns and color schemes for various market segments. Expertise in textile manufacturing processes, strong sketching abilities, and proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Proven track record of solving complex design challenges and enhancing product lines, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Textile Designer

Ramallah Trading Co. Inc.
New York
08.2025 - Current
  • Designed custom textile products for clients, specializing in pet and home decor items.
  • Researched market trends to inspire innovative designs and concepts.
  • Developed detailed technical specifications to guide production processes.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
  • Prepared and delivered artwork files along with color standards to overseas offices for sample development.

Textile Designer

Arlee Home and Pet
New York
09.2017 - 07.2025
  • Collaborated with design director to develop innovative design concepts and ideas.
  • Created colorways and new designs while implementing necessary adjustments.
  • Rendered pet bed for presentation, showcasing design capabilities.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines.

Textile Designer

Chinafortune
New York
11.2013 - 09.2017
  • Collaborated with design director to develop innovative design concepts and ideas.
  • Created detailed technical specifications for production processes.
  • Mentored junior designers in textile design techniques and tools.
  • Created colorways and new designs, implementing necessary changes to enhance aesthetics.
  • Rendered rooms for presentations, showcasing design concepts effectively.

Print Designer (Oscar De La Renta)

Carole Hochman
New York
06.2010 - 10.2013
  • Developed innovative design concepts in collaboration with design director.
  • Designed seasonal print collections to align with brand vision and target audience.
  • Created new designs and colorways, effectively adapting to design changes.
  • Executed fresh concepts for sleepwear in close partnership with design team.
  • Reviewed samples to uphold design integrity and ensure brand standards.

Textile Designer

Victoria Classics
Edison
09.2006 - 06.2010
  • Worked on colorways, new designs, and any changes in design.
  • Room rendered for the presentation.
  • Researched market trends to inspire new designs and concepts.
  • Created detailed technical specifications for production processes.
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines.

Cad Designer

Hollander Home Fashion
New York
05.2005 - 08.2006
  • Worked on colorways, new designs, and any changes in design
  • Room renderings for the presentation.
  • Prepared a presentation board for meetings.
  • Printing CAD clothes for CAD bed samples.

Cad Designer

Dan River Inc.
New York
02.2003 - 05.2005
  • Collaborated with stylist to develop colorways and implement design modifications.
  • Scanned completed artwork for designers to ensure accurate digital representation.
  • Rendered room layouts for presentation enhancements.

Education

Master of Science - Textile Design with a focus on Print

Philadelphia University - Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science
Philadelphia
12.2002

Bachelor of Fine Art - Ceramics

Pennsylvania State University – College of Arts And Architecture
Philadelphia, PA
05.1998

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Digital textile design
  • Textile printing techniques
  • Textile design expertise
  • Nedgraphics (Easy coloring pro, Design & repeat pro, Color reduction & cleaning pro, Simulating printed pro, Storyboard & cataloguing and Easy mapped pro)

Timeline

Textile Designer

Ramallah Trading Co. Inc.
08.2025 - Current

Textile Designer

Arlee Home and Pet
09.2017 - 07.2025

Textile Designer

Chinafortune
11.2013 - 09.2017

Print Designer (Oscar De La Renta)

Carole Hochman
06.2010 - 10.2013

Textile Designer

Victoria Classics
09.2006 - 06.2010

Cad Designer

Hollander Home Fashion
05.2005 - 08.2006

Cad Designer

Dan River Inc.
02.2003 - 05.2005

Master of Science - Textile Design with a focus on Print

Philadelphia University - Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science

Bachelor of Fine Art - Ceramics

Pennsylvania State University – College of Arts And Architecture