PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
I am a Menswear and Womenswear designer with 9 years of industry experience. I have designed for multiple product categories with a focus on strong price/value relationships. I am experienced in CLO 3D, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, PLM, growing direct reports and building relationships with cross functional teams.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Designer- Menswear/All Categories
UNTUCKit, July 2022 – Present
- Manages design development of cut&sew, sweaters, outerwear, sport coats, over shirts, bottoms and accessories
- Researches and identifies trend direction to expand the brand DNA
- Works closely with the Merchants to development assortment strategies
- Partners closely with cross functional teams (Product Development, Production, Technical Design) on sample development, pre-production fittings and overall process improvement for enterprise growth
Senior Designer- RTW- Blouses, Dresses, Skirts
INC, Macys, July 2020 – July 2022
- Managed design development of woven blouses, dresses and skirts as well as knit dresses and skirts
- Researched and identified trend direction to create innovative and relevant product
- Spearheaded CLO 3D for the brand
- Created and presented presentation boards for internal teams and buyers
- Partnered with industry influencers and creates exclusive drops
- Worked with the technical design team on sample development and pre-production fittings
- Created product with strong price/value relationships to reach target requirements
- Developed direct report by providing learning opportunities and exposure to strategies
- Traveled internationally for research and development
Senior Designer – Men’s
Alfani Sportswear, Macys, February 2020- July 2020
- Managed design development of the total brand (woven shirts, knits, sweaters, bottoms and outerwear)
- Researches and identifies trend direction and collection concepts to create innovative and relevant product
- Collaborates with Senior Director to create color stories and concepts
- Found innovative ways to utilize CLO for sample reduction and development agility
- Creates and presents presentation boards for internal teams and buyers
- Works with the technical design team on sample development and pre-production fittings
- Creates product with strong price/value relationships to reach target requirements
- Develops direct reports by providing learning opportunities and exposure to strategies
Designer- Men’s- Knits and Sweaters
Alfani Sportswear, Macys, February 2019- February 2020
- Managed design development of sweaters and cut and sew knits
- Attended mill and vendor meetings each season including travel to Asia
- Followed up with overseas vendors on a daily basis regarding tech packs, style updates, new developments, and lab dip/strike off and knit down comments
- Developed direct report by providing learning opportunities and exposure to company strategies
Associate Designer- Men’s- Wovens
Clubroom Sportswear, Macys, August 2017- February 2019
- Responsible for designing and developing all woven shirts
- Assists Designer with development of outerwear, bottom and swimwear programs
- Works closely with overseas and domestic vendors on fabric and style development
- Owns all color and trim approvals from development to production
Assistant Designer- Men’s- Knits and Sweaters
Alfani Sportswear, Macys, September 2016- August 2017
- Responsible for designing and developing all cut and sew knits
- Works closely with overseas and domestic vendors on fabric and style development
- Attends trade shows and works with domestic swatch vendors for fabric innovation and brand evolution
Assistant Designer- Men’s- Wovens
Alfani Sportswear, Macys, June 2015- September 2016
- Assists Designer with designing and developing all woven shirts
- Works closely with overseas and domestic vendors on fabric and style development
- Attends trade shows and works with domestic swatch vendors for fabric innovation and brand evolution
Stylist- RTW
Polo Ralph Lauren Flagship, August 2014- June 2015
Intern- Men’s Collection
Micheal Kors, September 2012- April 2013