Troy Kennedy
Brooklyn
Summary
Skilled Worker learns new processes quickly and adapts to customer and company needs. Hardworking, focused, and diligent with good people and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Application Specialist | Fabric Printer
EFI
07.2026 - Current
- Developed training materials and conducted sessions for end-users on application functionalities.
- Ran and maintained industrial scale textile printer, kept company standards working with colors to successfully execute samples and custom work on textiles.
- Researched dyes on fashion fabrics in a industrial digital printing setting, contributed important work to the company
- Worked face to face with clients in demo room and sales shows in order to educate on printers and close deals.
Printing Technician
PromoCentric
04.2026 - Current
- DTF Printer Technician specializing in apparel graphic preparation and high-precision print production using Adobe Illustrator.
- Fully trained on advanced, newly implemented DTF printing systems, serving as a key operator in maintaining workflow continuity and output quality.
- Responsible for file optimization, color accuracy, and troubleshooting complex print processes, playing a central role in driving efficient, scalable production across the business.
Small Clothing Business Owner
Self Employed Web
01.2025 - Current
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients.
- Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
DTF Team Lead
PromoCentric
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Led cross-functional teams to execute strategic marketing campaigns and enhance brand visibility.
- Streamlined project workflows to improve efficiency and reduce turnaround times for deliverables.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
Apparel Production Specialist
PromoCentric
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Oversaw daily production operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in reduced downtime and increased output consistency.
Waiter/Head Bartender/Line Cook
Ninety Nine Restaurants
01.2021 - 07.2025
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
- Cultivated an environment that fostered teamwork among staff members.
- Conducted onboarding sessions to orientate new staff members about company policies and procedures.
Wedding Dress Seamster
Ana Hernandez Bridal
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Managed the daily operations of alterations department, including customer service and production.
- Helped with original designs for Wedding Gowns, ensuring that the product was in line with current trends.
- Measured and cut fabrics according to patterns and specifications.
Lead Sales Key Holder
Zumiez
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations of sales floor, including customer service, merchandising and stock replenishment.
- Developed strategies to maximize store profits and increase sales volume.
- Trained new staff members on product knowledge, sales techniques and customer service skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Textile, Merchandising And Design
University Of Rhode Island
South Kingston12 2024
High School Diploma -
Andover High School
Andover, MA6 2020
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design Focus
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI12.2024
Skills
- Creative vision
- Pattern making
- Fashion design
- Tailoring expertise
- Fashion marketing
- Sewing techniques
Accomplishments
- Voted audience favorite design of the 2024 Spring Splash fashion show.
- Deans list every semester of college.
- Academic Excellence Scholarship.
- Excellence in Film and Video award for high school.
Timeline
Application Specialist | Fabric Printer
EFI
07.2026 - Current
Printing Technician
PromoCentric
04.2026 - Current
DTF Team Lead
PromoCentric
12.2025 - 04.2026
Apparel Production Specialist
PromoCentric
09.2025 - 03.2026
Small Clothing Business Owner
Self Employed Web
01.2025 - Current
Wedding Dress Seamster
Ana Hernandez Bridal
06.2024 - 09.2024
Waiter/Head Bartender/Line Cook
Ninety Nine Restaurants
01.2021 - 07.2025
Lead Sales Key Holder
Zumiez
06.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Andover High School
Bachelor of Science - Textile, Merchandising And Design
University Of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design Focus
University of Rhode Island