Tracy Asare

• Guided students in clothing construction, sewing techniques, pattern usage, and garment assembly during classroom activities to enhance practical skills.
• Assist students with clothing construction, sewing techniques, pattern usage, and garment assembly during classroom activities.
• Assisted instructor with classroom preparation, demonstrations, and troubleshooting sewing challenges to ensure smooth learning experiences.
• Support the instructor with classroom preparation, demonstrations, and troubleshooting sewing-related challenges.
• Facilitated effective communication with students, fostering a supportive, collaborative learning environment.

Apparel Industry Board, Inc. (AIBI)

• Drafted pattern and constructed pleated shirt for portfolio project, showcased on runway at fashion show.
• Collaborated with fashion designer Stephen St. James on garment construction, alterations, fittings, and design studio production tasks to support innovative design processes.
• Completed garment preparation and alterations in advance of a fashion show.
• Acquired hands-on experience in hand sewing, pattern preparation, draping, fabric selection, corset construction, and garment finishing, enhancing technical skills in fashion design.
• Developed precision and patience through detailed construction work, including sewing half-inch pleats in satin fabric for a separate skirt project.
• Assisted backstage at two professional fashion shows, helping dress models and supporting garment preparation and runway coordination.
• Observed professional client interactions and studio practices while learning how designers translate creative concepts into finished garments.