About Me
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I am a fashion designer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. My work is inspired by the world around me and current issues in the industry, such as sustainability and representation. I am a well-rounded designer who can design any clothing category, but I specialize in activewear. I have experience working in domestic manufacturing, specifically with factory efficiency, quality control, product development, product photography, and sourcing. I am well-versed in tech packs and product development. I work with Adobe Illustrator and Excel regularly and enjoy digital rendering.
I love what I do and hope to share my creativity with the world.
Check out my curriculum vitae below to learn more about my education and work experience!
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Experience & Expertise
March 2022 - Present
Product Developer
B o a t h o u s e S p o r t s
Managed product development process for four company revenue streams (Boathouse Retail, Team Custom, Private Label, Wholesale)
Researched current trends in color, material, and silhouette
Designed new products and graphics for all company lines
Oversaw garment information documentation for over 600 styles
Product Sourcing and Quality Control
Sourced new materials for retail, team, and private label lines
Actively communicated with 10+ vendors on material development, quality, specifications, and lab dips
Quality checked and tested over 700,00 yards of various fabrics since 2022
Documented and updated all material-related information
Reorganized over 300 vendor samples and fabric headers
Technical Design and Pattern making
Developed over 50 technical packages, including detailed CAD sketches and measurement charts
Led fittings and advise on fit adjustments, construction details, and pattern needs
Prepared pattern files for new styles and made adjustments to over 30 pattern files based on fittings and customer needs
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline the pattern process, resulting in improved documentation and project completion time
Industrial Engineering and Production Efficiency
Performed and analyzed 20+ sewing time studies of garments
Analyzed individual departments and identified ways to increase efficiency and improve production capacity
Adjusted sewing line layouts to increase group production by 20%
Monitored and documented sewer performance and skill sets, cutting line adjustment times in half
Summer 2021, December 2021
Summer Production Intern
G K E l i t e S p o r t s w e a r
Assist in the production of the 2020 Olympic Gymnastics Competition Leotards (Place American Flag on sleeves, inspect pattern pieces and paperwork before and after production, deliver to next department)
Move product along production line and to next department in production process (Embroidery, Inspection, Heat Transfer, etc.)
Check orders in and out of sewing department
Review paperwork and tech packs before and after product sewing
Assist machine operators (replace needles, repair faulty product)
August 2018 - May 2022
Education
JEFFERSON (PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY + THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY), PHILADELPHIA, PA
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Design
May 2022
Major GPA: 3.94
Relevant Coursework: Pattern Development I & II,
Fashion Illustration, CAD, 20th Century Designers
April 2019
American Academy University, Paris France
Study Abroad Short Course
2021
Holdiay Window Designer
J o a n S h e p p
Collaborate with a team to develop and install the Joan Shepp 2021 Holiday Window
Use concept development skills to create an aesthetic for a holiday window
Digitally render initial window design
Professionally present design idea to owners of Joan Shepp and team
Source all materials used in display design
Physically install the display with a team
2017- 2021
Retail Team Member
J o A n n F a b r i c s a n d C r a f t s
Professional support liaison who acted as the first method of contact for clientele
Aided in production education and location
Present
Technical Skills
- Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom)
Microsoft Office Suite
Social Media and Content Management
Hand and digital rendering
Technical Flats and Tech pack
Pattern making (Flat patterning, LECTRA MODARIS)
Present
Workplace Skills
Able to explain complex concepts in a clear and concise manner with all departments and vendors
Enhanced attention to detail and material quality
Clear and detailed note-taking and documentation skills
Able to read tech packs and communicate garment details in a factory setting
Identify bottlenecks in production processes and present solutions to improve efficiency using LEAN concepts and practices
2020 - 2022
Leadership and Activities
D e s i g n e r s S u p p o r t i n g D e s i g n e r s , F o u n d e r
Designers Supporting Designers is a support system for all undergraduate design students who needs assistance, support, or guidance. The club connects all class years together for a heightened and engaging exerperience in the different design programs.
2019 - 2022
Leadership and Activities
U l t i m a t e F r i s b e e , W o m e n ' s C a p t a i n , P R
Organize practices and help instruct new players
on techniques of the game
Oversee operations of fundraising events and
board meetings
Develop and maintain social media and online
platforms to market events, fundraisers, and team
activities
2018 - 2020
Student Employee
J e f f e r s o n C a m p u s B o o k s t o r e
Aid customers and students on materials, technology, and school products
Replenish merchandise products and manage product placement
Summer/Fall 2021
Student Employee
F a s h i o n D e p a r t m e n t S t u d i o A s s i s t a n t
Clean studio and perform routine machine maintenance
Guide students in finding materials; answer project-related questions
Aid professors in maintaining class materials